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Latest about summer hiking

Columbia Skien Valley Cargo Hiking Trousers review: lightweight hiking and camping pants with in-built pest protection

By Pat Kinsella published

Part of Columbia’s new Insect Shield collection, these well-vented summer strides see off mosquitoes and protect your legs from the sun

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Fires, floods and lightning strikes: 5 summer weather hazards hikers need to know about

By Julia Clarke published

Summer isn’t all warm weather and sunshine – if you’re hiking, you’ll want to know about these five hazards

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Smiling man carrying chihuahua on shoulder

Consider carrying your dog when hiking to avoid burned paws, suggest Park Rangers

By Cat Ellis published

Rangers at Yosemite have responded to several incidents where dogs have suffered blisters from hot asphalt

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USA, Maine, Mt. Desert Island, AHikers atop Gorham Mountain, Acadia National park

When is hiking season?

By Julia Clarke published

We explain what is meant by hiking season, which time of year is considered best for hiking, and what to expect and plan for during each season on the trail

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