The Hiking Club

Every year more and more people head into the great outdoors to enjoy the beauty of the countryside with the help of their local hiking club.

Hikers come from every corner of the world and there are literally thousands of local hiking clubs to choose from, although searching for "hiking" will not always bring up the results you are looking for. For example, in England you are more likely to come across "hill walking" or simply "walking" clubs, while Australians tend to use the term "bush walking" and New Zealanders "tramping".

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More strenuous forms of hiking, perhaps in mountainous regions, is often referred to as "trekking" and longer outings including overnight camping stops on the trail is usually called "backpacking".

No matter what terminology is used hiking is one of those activities that you can enjoy entirely alone, getting away from the trials and tribulations of everyday life, or with other family members or a group of friends and fellow enthusiasts of all ages and ability levels.

If you've never tried hiking then now is an excellent time to start. It's a very inexpensive pastime for the beginner and all you really need to get started is some basic equipment, including such things as a good pair of shoes or boots. Just how much gear you decide to kit yourself out with very much up to you but today you will find a huge range of equipment available from backpacks and tents to specialist men's and women's clothing and footwear in all the colors of the rainbow and at every price range.

For the beginner though a map, compass, simple backpack, windproof jacket and a comfortable pair of waterproof boots is really all you need to get started.

Our aim here at The Hiking Club is provide you with all the basic information you need to get you ready for that first hike covering everything from how to use a map and compass, getting yourself fit and basic first aid to finding the right shoes or boots so that you can get out and about and enjoy some of the world's most beautiful countryside.

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Dealing With Blisters While Hiking. The real secret to dealing with blisters lies in avoiding them in the first place and that means the right selection of both hiking boots and socks. Read More

An Introduction To Using A Compass When Hiking. Despite advances in technology and the introduction of GPS navigation systems, hikers are well advised to master the skills of using a map and compass. Read More

An Introduction To Using Maps When Hiking. For both experienced and novice hikers a basic understanding of maps and the ability to read a map is essential for safety. Read More

Navigation Using GPS Devices When Hiking. Even if you believe in hiking by the sun and stars or a traditional map and compass, taking a GPS navigation system along with you can provide considerable peace of mind against the day when you inevitably get yourself lost. Read More

Hiking To Divisadero In Mexico. Hiking around Divisadero in the Copper Canyon region of the Sierra Tarahumara in Mexico provides the hiker with both a challenging hike and some spectacular views. Read More

Yosemite Hiking Trips. Yosemite hiking trips will take you through some of the beautiful countryside to be seen anywhere in the United States. Read More

Yellowstone Hiking Trails. Yellowstone is the oldest national park in the United State and includes some wonderful hiking trails allowing you to enjoy the sights of Old Faithful, herds of buffalo and some of the most magnificent scenery you will see anywhere.Read More

Hiking In Grand Canyon. Hiking in Grand Canyon is an experience which a hiker simply must not miss. It is no accident that the canyon has been referred to as the eighth wonder of the world and the memories you will take with you from your visit will last a lifetime. Read More

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