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Tips for Cold Weather Hiking

Tips for Cold Weather Hiking

Hiking in the cold weather months can be breathtakingly beautiful, especially in the backcountry of Idaho. Our beautiful mountain ranges make for amazing photo shoots and incredible views in the winter time and cold weather months. Hiking is a great activity, but it also can be dangerous in the cold weather months. Here is how to stay warm and safe:

winter hiking tipsDress Appropriately

Dress yourself in layers, and make sure to bring a backpack with extra clothing in case of an emergency. When hiking, you are usually sweating.  The best thing to do is to not wear huge winter coats because overheating can be extremely dangerous because this can cause hypothermia if the moisture has nowhere to escape. Dressing in layers will allow you the chance to take off any layer if you need to.

Keep Your Water Bottle Warm

Always bring enough water to last the entire hiking adventure or trip. But remember, it’s better to have warm water than frozen water in the colder months. Keep your water bottle in a foam sleeve, so that the water doesn’t freeze in the cold temperatures. You can also keep it on the inside of your jacket.

Cover Up Your Skin

This is important in colder temperatures, especially freezing temps because when your skin is exposed to the air, you’re susceptible to frost bite in those exposed areas. Wear fleece gloves, wool socks, face mask, and a winter hat or headband. Make sure your feet are dry with wool socks, but make sure they aren’t too tight in the boots. This will cut off circulation. Bring an extra pair of socks just in case.

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Silver Spur Outfitters & Lodge is your complete guide to the Idaho back country. We offer trail rides and pack trips for hunting and outdoor adventures. If you’re thinking of getting away for the weekend, whether you’re a hunter or just an outdoor enthusiast, we can help you out. Contact Silver Spur Outfitters & Lodge at 208-842-2417.

Backpacking Techniques for First Timers

Backpacking Techniques for First Timers

When it comes to backpacking, there is more preparation that goes into planning the trip, as well as executing it. Unlike the average camper, a backpacker has to carry all of their gear on their back while hiking to different camping locations. In general, backpacking is a tougher task than just setting up one camp… Continue Reading

A Well-Prepared Backpacking Trip

A Well-Prepared Backpacking Trip

If you’re an avid outdoors person, you’ll know the joys of exploring the wilderness when it comes to hiking, camping, and doing outdoor activities. The world is filled with beautiful places to explore and enjoy. Backpacking is a little more intense because you have to be well-prepared and plan for an intense camping trip. Backpacking… Continue Reading

Here are Some of the Top Hiking Boots

Here are Some of the Top Hiking Boots

If you’re an avid hiker, or you’re looking to start climbing into the hiking scene, it’s extremely important to have the right footwear to attack those Idaho mountains with. You want to make sure you have protection and comfortability while on those rough trails. Here are some of the best boots for hiking: Danner Mountain… Continue Reading

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