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Top news of the week: 14.01.2023.

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@DirtbagHikerBlg shared
On Jan 12, 2023
Taking too many photos? There's no such thing! Now, as for the dad jokes 🤷 The Bad Hiking Habits We're Keeping in 2023 https://t.co/0N6zsvJkr9 https://t.co/BhNul00DcK
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The Bad Hiking Habits We’re Keeping in 2023

The Bad Hiking Habits We’re Keeping in 2023

There's no "wrong" way to hike, and this year, we're proving it.

@besthike shared
On Jan 11, 2023
RT @BackpackerMag: California's Sierra is experiencing unusually heavy snowfall so far this winter. That's good news for skiers and drought-impacted residents. But for Pacific Crest Trail hikers, it could spell trouble this spring. https://t.co/e3u7hb0KmH
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California’s High Snowpack Could Spell Trouble for Pacific Crest Trail Hikers

California’s High Snowpack Could Spell Trouble for Pacific Crest Trail Hikers

With the snowpack double the average so far, thru-hikers could face tougher travel in the mountains and more dangerous river crossings this year.

@visitmtrainier shared
On Jan 13, 2023
RT @MountRainierNPS: DYK? Starting 1/18 you can join rangers for a guided walk of the Trail of the Shadows in Longmire every Wed. Snowshoe & hike the trail on your own anytime. Find more ranger-led programs at https://t.co/5k0g9oSTLZ -kl
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Mount Rainier

Mount Rainier

Program Days & Times Afternoon Ranger Programs Join our Interpretive Rangers for talks, walks, or "Pop-Up" programs in the plaza just outside the Jackson Visitor Center at …

@BackpackerMag shared
On Jan 12, 2023
Stop with the "Darwin Awards" stuff: Hikers who die in accidents deserve our compassion, whatever their mistakes. https://t.co/YUCkUAEBU5
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When Hikers Die, Why Are We So Quick to Judge?

When Hikers Die, Why Are We So Quick to Judge?

After fatal accidents on the trail, there are always a handful of hikers ready to tear apart the victims' choices—or even suggest they deserved their fate. What would it take to get us to ...

@DirtbagHikerBlg shared
On Jan 11, 2023
Second hiker to die in Joshua Tree National Park this year identified https://t.co/f47jkxuoV4 https://t.co/7AaYx13qkQ
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Second hiker to die in Joshua Tree National Park this year identified

Second hiker to die in Joshua Tree National Park this year identified

This marks the second death at the park this week alone, matching all of last year's deaths.

@besthike shared
On Jan 12, 2023
Hiking Hawaii’s Awa Awapuhi Trail, Kauai. VIDEO https://t.co/j9gIBIiAqz
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Everything To Know About Hiking Hawaii’s Awa Awapuhi Trail

Everything To Know About Hiking Hawaii’s Awa Awapuhi Trail

For the best views of the Napali Coast you can get on foot.

@modernhiker shared
On Jan 10, 2023
Since it seems like a lot of folks are heading out to water-focused hikes in this dangerous weather, now may be a good time to remind yourself of some basic waterfall safety tips: https://t.co/M6HXgeTL4J
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Safety Tips For Waterfall Hikes

Safety Tips For Waterfall Hikes

Waterfalls are popular hiking destinations -- and for good reason! But you should keep a few things in mind when you're exploring them.

@DirtbagHikerBlg shared
On Jan 14, 2023
This 2,360-mile hiking trail will pass through 15 national parks across the UK https://t.co/nqGoIwzNJY https://t.co/FsLgA7gyRV
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This 2,360-mile hiking trail will pass through 15 national parks across the UK

This 2,360-mile hiking trail will pass through 15 national parks across the UK

The route will stretch from Dartmoor all the way up to Scotland’s Cairngorms.