Category: adventure travel

Backpacking and hiking are two of the most thrilling choices in outdoor activities. These sports are being chosen by more and more people every year as a means of relaxation and physical fitness. Even families are getting in to the backpacking and hiking action. But, for the newer backpacking or hiking person, there are a few items that are required to stay safe and secure while backpacking.

The suns rays. The sun can be very damaging to many parts of the body. When backpacking or hiking, the sun can be in contact with the skin and eyes the entire day spent walking. Sunscreen that is waterproof and of an SPF of 30 or more can provide just enough protection for the skin. The eyes, on the other hand, are the body parts left unprotected. Including a pair or two of sunglasses in every pack will help to make the trip easy to see and safer for the eyes.

Safety First. Many people forget about safety when backpacking or hiking, but there can be problems and when there are, a whistle can help. Depending on where you are backpacking or hiking, a whistle with no “pea” (the small ball in the center) may be the best choice. If the backpacking or hiking is taking place during cold months, the “pea” could freeze. Along those same lines, a plastic whistle will be sure to never stick to your lips in the cold.

Surf, turf and endless fun in the sun. That’s what a vacation in California is made of. This world-renown hot spot has earned the reputation as one of the country’s best party places, and the perfect locale to satisfy your thirst for adventure.

If you’re a thrill seeker looking for action, you can choose from a number of travel companies offering California adventure tours. Package deals are readily available and reasonably priced, with themes and activities to suit all sorts of travelers. Are you “California Dreaming”? Book an adventure tour! Here are details on several popular options:

Backcountry Found

If you want to take excitement to new heights, try a mountain or rock-climbing excursion with Backcountry Found. This company provides California adventure tours that are a true escape from the hassles of everyday life. You will be worlds away from your urban lifestyle, developing a new awareness of the natural world around you and a new respect for conservation. At the same time, you’ll also find yourself on a journey of self-discovery. Backcountry Found provides professional guides who will take you to some of the best rock climbing sites in America, including those located near their operation in San Francisco, California.

The World Outdoors

This name really does say it all! The World Outdoors is a California adventure tour company catering to multi-sport adventures. The World Outdoors originally pioneered their adventure tours concept in Colorado, and then branched into California. Having evolved from the initial biking, hiking and rafting combo packages, The World Outdoors tours now incorporate full multi-sport adventure opportunities.

Hiking provides millions of people with a great deal of pleasure and a sense of adventure each year and 99% of the time it is anything but dangerous. However, people do get lost and have accidents every now and a again and it can become a dangerous activity very quickly if you are not prepared.

Here we look at are just 4 simple safety tips to ensure that your hiking trips don’t get you into difficulty.

Safety Tip No1 – Take a partner of friend along.

There’s really no need to worry about setting off by yourself if you are going for a short hike in a nearby area on easy terrain, but, if you are heading out into heavily forested wilderness areas with winding trails and steep canyons then the possibility of getting lost or suffering an injury becomes very real and you should think carefully about whether it is sensible to head out alone.

Taking a partner along has many advantages, especially if that individual is a seasoned hiker. Obviously, ‘two heads are better than one’ and if you do become lost or run into difficulty you’re far less likely to panic if you have somebody with you to help solve the problem.

Safety Tip No 2 – Ensure that someone knows where you’re going.