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Trail sign in the Lake District

What to do if you encounter a horse on the trail

By Julia Clarke published

Knowing what to do if you encounter a horse on the trail is an important safety consideration for any hiker or runner setting out on a shared use path

Wildlife Encounters
Flooding in Zion National Park

Why are flash floods so dangerous? Avoiding rising water on a desert hike

By Julia Clarke published

Why are flash floods so dangerous? We explain a common desert danger, how to avoid one and what to do if you find yourself in rapidly rising waters

Hiking
A stream with mountains in the background

Can you drink water from a stream? Finding safe water sources in the wild

By Julia Clarke last updated

Can you drink water from a stream? We examine some common dangers of drinking from natural water sources like streams and explain how to find safe water in the wild

Nutrition & Hydration
Lower Falls at Golden Creek Falls in British Columbia

Hikers use turbans to save man from drowning in a dangerous rockpool

By Julia Clarke published

Five men made a rope from their turbans to haul a hiker to safety who had slipped and fallen into a waterfall pool at a popular British Columbia hiking spot

Hiking
Hiking couple high fiving

How to plan a hike: 7 tips for successful, stress-free days on the trails

By Kieran Cunningham last updated

Make sure your hikes are hassle-free and go off without a hitch by learning how to plan a hike like a pro

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