Solo hiking/camping
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I guess I'm used to more remote/bigger wilderness where it would be hard for me to imagine coming across another person, let alone a person intent on hurting me while backpacking/hiking.
Honestly, this is also a function of gender. Even in remote areas, it's always a concern for me and most women I know.0 -
JenAndSome wrote: »I've done this a few times, never had any problems. Know your limits - ie how far you can hike in and out. Bring ample supplies including some emergency electrolyte powder, and some sugary snacks for use in the event that you bonk. Wear convertible clothes in case you need to lose or add a layer for weather. Make a firm plan and be sure to check in with the park rangers about the length of your stay, more or less where you intend on staying, and which trails you intend to use to get there.
EDIT/ADDITION: Android and iPhone both have GPS beacon apps. I'd definitely get one, and let the rangers know you have it. If something happens and they need to find you, they will appreciate it.
Thanks. I will look into beacon apps.
Road ID has recently rolled out an app.
It tracks your location by GPS once you've started an activity and it sends a link to specified contacts.
It also alerts specified contacts if you stay stationary for too long.
Regardless of what app you get, I highly suggest a Road ID bracelet (or similar ID band) in case you go down - mountain, road, etc. Handy item to have.0 -
There seem to be 2 camps here: 1 that is giving advice regarding wilderness preparedness and 1 giving advice regarding crime prevention. It's interesting to see the trends about people's priorities. I guess I'm used to more remote/bigger wilderness where it would be hard for me to imagine coming across another person, let alone a person intent on hurting me while backpacking/hiking.
Yeah, I live in New Mexico and we have a lot of un-populated and/or sparsely populated wilderness, desert, and mountains. Much of the state is without cell coverage unless you are in or around a city or town and right on the interstate...even some highways that crisscross the state have blackout areas.
I wouldn't be remotely worried about crime or other people, I'd be first and foremost worried about falling or injuring myself and nobody finding me for weeks or months or ever. Secondary concern for me would be wild animals, in particular bears, wolves, and coyotes. I've gone on week long hiking trips where I haven't seen a single soul other than my partner.
Also, for day stuff it's important to let people know where you're going and anticipated return. Just returned from a couple nights camping in my camper this weekend...the family and I and some buddies headed up this forest road we often camp off and it's usually fairly un-traveled...maybe see a couple cars drive by per day. My buddy brought up his dirt bike and took off. He didn't really say where he was going, but gave us an estimated time of return. I let about 30 minutes go past when he told me and hopped in the jeep. It had been snowing and whatnot so I could follow his tracks...sure enough, he had lost the bike in the mud and was attempting to hike back to camp...about 10 miles.0 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »There seem to be 2 camps here: 1 that is giving advice regarding wilderness preparedness and 1 giving advice regarding crime prevention. It's interesting to see the trends about people's priorities. I guess I'm used to more remote/bigger wilderness where it would be hard for me to imagine coming across another person, let alone a person intent on hurting me while backpacking/hiking.
Yeah, I live in New Mexico and we have a lot of un-populated and/or sparsely populated wilderness, desert, and mountains. Much of the state is without cell coverage unless you are in or around a city or town and right on the interstate...even some highways that crisscross the state have blackout areas.
I wouldn't be remotely worried about crime or other people, I'd be first and foremost worried about falling or injuring myself and nobody finding me for weeks or months or ever. Secondary concern for me would be wild animals, in particular bears, wolves, and coyotes. I've gone on week long hiking trips where I haven't seen a single soul other than my partner.
Also, for day stuff it's important to let people know where you're going and anticipated return. Just returned from a couple nights camping in my camper this weekend...the family and I and some buddies headed up this forest road we often camp off and it's usually fairly un-traveled...maybe see a couple cars drive by per day. My buddy brought up his dirt bike and took off. He didn't really say where he was going, but gave us an estimated time of return. I let about 30 minutes go past when he told me and hopped in the jeep. It had been snowing and whatnot so I could follow his tracks...sure enough, he had lost the bike in the mud and was attempting to hike back to camp...about 10 miles.
cosign
telling someone where you are going and how long you expect to be gone is CRITICAL.
I used to ride alone a lot- but I left a note- and or would leave a message with my parents cells/work.
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I love solo hiking and backpacking. It's nice to be all alone out in the wilderness for a few days.
As others have said, make sure someone knows where you're going and when you're due back. Also make sure your gear and skills (navigation, staying dry, how to use your gear...) are up to snuff. You should be fine. People do get hurt in the backcountry, but not as often as you might think. Here in Colorado millions of people go hiking every year and only a few run into problems. Most of those can be avoided with proper planning and skills. You're probably in a lot more danger walking down the street alone than you are hiking alone.0 -
JenAndSome wrote: »I am constantly surrounded by people and I really just want to be outside and be alone. Am I nuts?
Not nuts at all. This is the main reason my fiance & I hike. We have a dog, so sometimes (a lot of the time) our 'walks' end up being solo hikes. We've never done anything more than 5 miles, and I try to stick to trails I've been on before or that are in areas that get a lot of traffic.
I guess I am in the wilderness preparedness camp. (No pun intended.) We hike in North Jersey & the Hudson Valley, so sometimes our hikes are just in swaths of protected woodlands surrounded by neighborhoods (not exactly wilderness, but things can go wrong just as easily). I almost always bring a pack. In my opinion if I don't need a pack it's not a hike.
It's equipped with safety essentials like a whistle, a pocket knife, lighters, and most importantly first aid- alcohol swabs, band aids, gauze and tape for big blow outs, ACE bandage- that kind of thing. I usually have dry socks in there too and pack extra layers based on the weather. I may not always bring food but there are usually HandleBars in my bag and a baggie of dog food.
Even when I do hike alone someone always knows where we are. I try to make sure my phone is charged and that I don't blow through battery taking photos. I have the Glympse app that would allow me to send my location to my fiance in a pinch.0 -
Register at the trailhead or with family etc, be aware, be a prepared and smart outdoor adventurer, and if at all possible have a way to communicate. Cell phones do not work everywhere, but I personally do not skip going to places where they don't... In those cases maybe avoid totally deserted areas.
My favourite trips when I was younger were winter back country ski touring treks, solo, on New Years Eve. While most were getting drunk or whatever, is it skiing in pristine snow in the moonlight. Amazing memories.
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Even if I am in the most remote parts of my state (WY), I ALWAYS carry a weapon (firearm) with me for those "what if" scenarios. Granted, I have not had to use one before outside of hunting, but I would rather have one and not need it than the other way around. If you were to carry a small pack, I would recommend a knife, a tarp, water filtration (iodine tabs, or a life straw), matches, mirror, rope, space blanket, compass, and some Clif Bars. If you get lost, just remember to STOP...Stop, Think, Observe, and Plan. Don't panic, and compose yourself before you make any rash decisions. If all else fails, find a water source and follow it downstream, you will find civilization eventually. I have spent A LOT of nights in the back country, and have been lucky enough to never get lost. If you are not comfortable with being off of the beaten path, I am sure there are some established hiking trails near where you live.0
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Feel free to go hiking and camping alone to your hearts content. That's what the experience is really supposed to be all about in the first place.
Things to keep in mind before you go, since you will need to be self sufficient the entire time. These are presented in no particular order. Though all of them are important to keep in mind at all times. This may be a long read. All these things have served me well as I always camp/hike alone.
1. Learn more than just basic First-Aid and pack a well equipped First-Aid Kit (another poster listed a small but useful part of that kit). Check with your local Red Cross for classes. You will need to be able to take care of more than just basic scrapes and cuts. Even on the easiest routes major injuries have occurred, I can attest to that as a Wilderness First Responder. The size and scope of your First-Aid Kit will vary in size depending on how long you plan to be out and away from civilization.
2. Check and Track the weather for your intended route for several days in advance of your trip. Regardless of what the weather report says pack for the worst contingencies. Remember weathermen get paid very good money to be wrong more than they are right. Despite good weather reports I have been on routes that ended up being covered with snow the third day in and was glad I brought warm clothes with me. I have also been caught in torrential downpours that were not predicted. Some trails/routes are notorious for weather that changes without warning or create their own weather due to elevation and location.
3. Ask your local Camping Store (Not a big chain store) if they have classes on map reading and land navigation. Learn to read a paper map, use a compass and a GPS device. Even on a simple day hike it is easy to get lost. Not every Local, State or National Park has easily identifiable or very well marked trails. You need to know how to get back to your vehicle should you find yourself off your intended trail.
4. It sounds as if you are already doing this, but learn all you can about local wildlife in the area you intend to Hike/Camp. Prepare accordingly for all of them as best possible. Most large animals are easy, it is the smaller ones like reptiles and even plant life that can be difficult. Again, check with your local Camping Store for information or search the internet for the Wildlife indigenous to the area and study how to identify them, avoid them, protect yourself from them and treat yourself should you actually come into contact with them. This is especially important when it comes to Ticks. Always check yourself thoroughly for them and when you get back to civilization have a friend check you in places that are impossible for you to check on your own.
5. Always take more food and water than you think you will need. If it is a day hike take at least 2 extra days of supplies. If going on multiple day trips it may not be possible to take enough water, so learn how to use/repair/maintain a water filter and bring it with you. Also learn what plants are edible in the area you intend to be.
6. Plan your route and leave a copy with friends/family before you leave. Set an itinerary of where you expect to be and when, even for a day trip. Keep in mind that you will cover a mile on the trail at roughly half the pace you can walk that same mile in and around town. The more elevation loss/gain the trail has the slower your pace will be. Especially as you add the weight of a pack loaded with supplies. To help maintain a steady pace and prevent injury, especially on uneven terrain I would recommend a good pair of trekking poles.
7. Learn how to make improvised shelters of various types for different weather conditions. Again, check with your local Camping Store. If they don't have a class on this they may know of a person that has good credentials to teach you those skills. Included in this training should also be methods for learning to trap/snare small animals for survival food. This should also include fishing without traditional gear.
8. Learn how to start a fire without matches or a lighter. Just because you have a lighter or matches does not guarantee that they will work when you most need them. You can do this in your own backyard by doing some reading about the subject. Though having someone show you and then observe you until you are doing it right is a more effective measure.
9. You already have firearm for self protection at home. Improve on that training by taking additional self-defense classes and getting in as much range time as you can. Supplement that with taking a hunters safety course so you understand what is required to take down a wild animal for both self-defense and for survival food. Not all Local, State and National Parks allow firearms while you are in their jurisdiction. Research the rules and regulations of each area you intend to go to make sure you are not breaking any laws. Also, take a self defense course from a reputable school that teaches you how to defend yourself without a firearm, pepper spray, knife or baton.
10. Find a good all purpose knife. Learn how to sharpen it properly and most importantly keep with you at all times regardless of the length of hiking/camping trip you plan on taking. It will prove to be one of your most useful pieces of equipment in your kit.
11. When it comes to gear such as tents, sleeping bags, cook stoves etc. You do not have to start our with most expensive gear out there. You also do not have to buy it all at once. Hiking and camping will eventually be a somewhat expensive hobby. In the beginning you can start with good used gear and replace it with better gear as you can afford it. Read reviews about any gear you are interested in adding to your kit. If someone is selling a piece of gear at to good of a price, odds are it is not the best gear to have. Other times it is because it is a much older model of the product and the owner wants to upgrade yet still get some return on their investment.
12. When it comes to packs of any kind, day packs or large multi-day packs make fit and comfort one of your top priorities. Try on as many as you possibly can from as many makers as you can. Then buy the best one you can afford at the time. If your pack is not fit properly and is not comfortable you will soon abandon your pursuit of enjoying the outdoors.
13. When it comes to multi-day trips it is best to do all cooking/cleaning (to include personal hygiene) and storing of food a good distance away from where you plan on sleeping, regardless if you are in bear country or not. Call ahead to talk to Park Rangers or Read the Parks Regulations online concerning food storage requirements for that park. You may have to rent bear resistant containers from the Park or a local store prior to being allowed into the back country. Parks that have a large bear population may even require you to take their on-site course for bear safety. Yellowstone and Denali National Parks just to name a couple examples.
Some of the best times I have had were sitting in the wilderness alone, surrounded by nothing but nature and my own thoughts. This may sound like a daunting list to learn, in some ways it is. You do not have to learn all of this at once. Though as you start to push yourself further away from civilization the more of this you will need to know in order to return safely to your friends and family. Good luck and enjoy nature as it was meant to be enjoyed.
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I didn't see anywhere that you said your general area or location, so it's really hard to say anything but general advice.
I would suggest that you pack everything as if you were going to stay for a couple days. Then go one third in and set up camp, have lunch and a nap, then pack it up and hike out and home. That makes two thirds, with an extra third for a safety margin. Take note of things you took that were wasted weight and other things you wanted but didn't have.
Just the act of setting up camp can be a real eye opener. How long it takes and how long before sundown you want to be settled in.0 -
A sat phone is probably a good idea for this. Look into them. They can be pricey, but they're invaluable in a pinch, especially in remote areas. Also, bear spray. (Living in Alaska has made me hyperaware!)0
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Why not do something you enjoy? There's nothing wrong with being alone, doing an activity alone, etc.
Be prepared for emergencies (first aid kit, bear spray, self-defense tool & training), let people know where
you're going, when you plan to be back, call in once in a while if you can.
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Um, how about an effective self-protection tool instead?gothchiq wrote:Just take precautions. Make sure you have a cell phone and are in a location where it will work.
Carry one of those flip-out batons and pepper spray, and a loud whistle.
Pepper spray doesn't deter everyone (in fact, military & police train to fight through it), a baton puts the victim in
close proximity to the attacker (and takes training & practice to use effectively), and the whistle won't do a thing
unless there's someone else around _and_ that person is willing to be involved in your problem.
Not sure where OP lives, but every US state either follows the Constitution & recognizes the civil right to self-
defense, or has some provision for getting a license to carry.
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National parks follow the rule of the state they're in.need wrote:If hiking in city, state or national parks be sure to check regulations before packing a pistol.
Unlocked firearms are often prohibited.
Most states treat someone's tent or camper or hotel room the same as their home.
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I discovered this late one night when I found myself sitting awake on the couch because I didn't want to try to godp wrote:Benadryl does additional duty as a frontline antiemetic
to bed only to wake up to puke. I was out of motion sickness pills, so looked through my drug reference manual
& voila! Benedryl I had in spades. Worked like a charm.
Peppermint candies & ginger (either candied or as tea) work great too.
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The stated purpose was to get away from people.jonny wrote:are there any groups you could join of like minded people for camping0 -
Totally inspired by this. I'd never even consider it, as a woman who has only done drunk group camping and one serious group canoe trip. But I might at least go on a solo day hike, now Hope it works out! 0
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COSPAS/SARSAT EPIRB (marine) / PLB Personal Locator Beacons (land) 406MHz devices (with 121MHz local homing) can be useful in notifying authorities that you are in trouble at a certain location, but that's it. World wide coverage, probably more reliable than other systems. No subscription fee system. Register device and go.
Satellite telephone providers have their own system; you'd be able to make calls as well as utilize their emergency location tool. These also come with a subscription fee system.
Guides of larger groups tend to have these sorts of systems, sometimes one of each. I've never carried one when going solo but back then prices and availability weren't the same as today. Would I carry a $250 US device to be rescued, never used for anything else? Dunno. If I didn't, I'd plan my trip such that I wasn't heading into a totally isolated area, much like I do when I do trail running in the local mountains.0 -
You sound as though you don't have a lot of experience with camping and/or hiking. My advice would be for your first handful of times out, to camp no more than a mile or two from an established trailhead or campground. If it's a popular trail or park, you'll probably see more people than perhaps you wished but you'll have the security of help being relatively close by. You should think of it as practice runs. Just some of the basic things: setting up a tent, dressing for the weather, gathering firewood, finding water, dealing with sudden changes in weather and temperature, orienteering, how to actually use the various camping tools you brought along, etc. All good things to get some seasoning on while being close enough to your vehicle so that if something goes wrong, you can get back safely and learn to hopefully do better the next time out.
These are things you want to have confidence in being able to do when truly away from civilization...not finding out after you're 30 miles deep into the wilderness that setting up that tent or starting that fire isn't as easy as it seemed in that Youtube video or while you practiced in your back yard. Nature is pretty unforgiving. You just have to be prepared. Things will go wrong and you have to be able to improvise.
Also try to do some camping during storms. There is no better way to find out how you're equipment will hold up to rain/wind than to be using it when those things are present. Again, not something you want to find out too late.
Water is critical. Never leave until you have a workable plan on being able to carry and replenish your water as you go on long hikes.0 -
Thanks everyone. Just to answer a few questions, I am in South Central Indiana and the trail is located right here. There should be full cell coverage the whole time. It is a well established marked trail with designated camping areas located in a state forest. I do have experience hiking and camping, I have just never done it alone. I would do a couple of smaller single night trips on a smaller trail prior to doing the larger trail I would eventually like to do which is about 40 miles. It may be a while before I can do that one because, like I said, I don't get a lot of free time. I'm not asking if it's okay to do, really. I am mostly trying to get insight from other people who do solo trips because I don't personally know anyone who does this.0
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JenAndSome wrote: »Does anyone else ever do this and have any advice or tips for me if I do decide to take a few days off to go play in the woods?
I say do whatever you're comfortable with. Unless it's a crime-ridden area, I can't see where taking a short hike near a lake is a big deal. If you're new to this, just slowly increase the time you're out alone as you get comfortable with it. If you've not backpacked before, see if you can find someone who will take you, or perhaps a local sporting goods store has an evening session on camping. Also look for groups for women and the outdoors. They can be very helpful.
If you're going alone, make sure you tell someone your route, and when you'll be back. Check in with them in the middle if you can.
If we all avoided things that might hurt us, we'd all live in padded rooms wearing bubble-wrap suits, never venturing anywhere.
Have fun!!
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Exactly. . . I couldn't imagine hiking somewhere would I'd have to worry about anything "other" than nature and the elements. I mean, isn't that the whole point?There seem to be 2 camps here: 1 that is giving advice regarding wilderness preparedness and 1 giving advice regarding crime prevention. It's interesting to see the trends about people's priorities. I guess I'm used to more remote/bigger wilderness where it would be hard for me to imagine coming across another person, let alone a person intent on hurting me while backpacking/hiking.
The most adversarial engagement I ever had was a guy trying to sell me buds on the Appalachian trail
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I also have the desire to do some solo hiking and backpacking. I would love to walk some more of the Appalachian trail. On vacation I have done a few day hikes of the trail (Smokey Mountains and Shenandoah national park).
Some of what is stopping me is:
-The ultra light gear is expensive. I could easily spend over $1000 on gear.
-I have only done day hikes. I don't live near the Appalachian trail. Planning a backpacking trip and not living close seems a bit overwhelming. I would defiantly have to try something closer first.
-I don't know how well I would do away from running water & electricity for more than a couple days. I would stink horribly after 2 days of hiking and not showering.
-I think I would be OK with digging a hole and burying my poop. I am not sure how I feel about carrying around used toilet paper until I can properly dispose of it (sorry probably TMI).
-I don't think I am properly prepared to deal with a medical emergency and being by myself.
If you do an overnight trip please report back! I would love to know how it goes.0 -
I can't believe I didn't mention headlamps in my first post! I have a brighter one on my wishlist but we keep these for emergencies. (I have a small Maglite in there as well.) And we've used them. A 3 hour hike turned into a 5 hour hike navigating all the blow downs from Hurricane Sandy. Another +1 for bringing a dog, as he did an amazing job keeping us on the trail in the dark.
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I camp alone nearly every weekend from May through November. Common sense will get you a long way in regards to safety. I think the most important items you will need are bug spray and sunscreen. I carry CCW always when grocery shopping or going to the mall, and almost never when going fishing or camping. I guess people are my number one safety priority. I would just say have a plan and have someone else who knows it, be it the Rangers/wardens or a friend. Situational awareness is nice but worrying all of the time would wreck the experience for me. Have fun.0
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a friend could make it fun too..0
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Michael190lbs wrote: »a friend could make it fun too..
Or defeat the purpose and get on my ever loving last nerve. I can't think of many people I'd want to spend a few days alone with at all really.
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JenAndSome wrote: »Michael190lbs wrote: »a friend could make it fun too..
Or defeat the purpose and get on my ever loving last nerve. I can't think of many people I'd want to spend a few days alone with at all really.
You'd be surprised. I have a very good friend I go riding (motorcycling) and hiking with occasionally- we chit chat- sure- but there are many good long stretches of silence. It's all okay.
but ultimately if you don't want to be with anyone- then don't go with someone- just make sure people can figure out where you'er SUPPOSED to be and in what time frame/window you're supposed to be there.0 -
@JenAndSome Don't let the naysayers or those who are not quite supportive stop you. If nobody ever tried something they didn't know a lot about. Well, I guess we would all still be stuck in the UK. Take your time, read books about the subject, find mentors to teach you what you don't know or want to have a better understanding of. It sounds like you want to learn to be more self reliant in more ways than you are currently. Good for you. Follow your dream and just like the goal you set here at MFP set this as a goal for your life.
At some point in the far future you may need to investigate the need for a PLB or SAT Phone. For your stated goals right now, you are a long way from needing those devices. The tri-state area of Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky have a lot of great places to explore. Go explore them at a comfortable pace. I can't even recall all of the places I used to camp/hike in those states as I grew up. Heading out using just a tarp, an old sleeping bag all strapped to the back of my Schwinn. I learned at a young age and mostly on my own and with the support of my parents. A different age, when free range kids were the norm, not the exception.0 -
DesertGunR wrote: »@JenAndSome Don't let the naysayers or those who are not quite supportive stop you. If nobody ever tried something they didn't know a lot about. Well, I guess we would all still be stuck in the UK. Take your time, read books about the subject, find mentors to teach you what you don't know or want to have a better understanding of. It sounds like you want to learn to be more self reliant in more ways than you are currently. Good for you. Follow your dream and just like the goal you set here at MFP set this as a goal for your life.
At some point in the far future you may need to investigate the need for a PLB or SAT Phone. For your stated goals right now, you are a long way from needing those devices. The tri-state area of Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky have a lot of great places to explore. Go explore them at a comfortable pace. I can't even recall all of the places I used to camp/hike in those states as I grew up. Heading out using just a tarp, an old sleeping bag all strapped to the back of my Schwinn. I learned at a young age and mostly on my own and with the support of my parents. A different age, when free range kids were the norm, not the exception.
Thank you. It's a good thing I am hardwired to not let others get me down. I appreciate the concern even if some of it comes in the form of total patronization. I know that I need to be careful, be prepared, be aware of my surroundings. I plan on speaking with others who have hiked this trail and getting as much advice as they have to give. I am very much a planner and I think it's going to be a great time.0 -
JenAndSome wrote: »Michael190lbs wrote: »a friend could make it fun too..
Or defeat the purpose and get on my ever loving last nerve. I can't think of many people I'd want to spend a few days alone with at all really.
You'd be surprised. I have a very good friend I go riding (motorcycling) and hiking with occasionally- we chit chat- sure- but there are many good long stretches of silence. It's all okay.
but ultimately if you don't want to be with anyone- then don't go with someone- just make sure people can figure out where you'er SUPPOSED to be and in what time frame/window you're supposed to be there.
It would be great if I could find someone like that. You are very lucky. Unfortunately none of my friends are on the same track I am when it comes to life right now and I work too much to go out looking for new groups of people to be around.0 -
+1cwolfman13 wrote: »I personally wouldn't recommend packing into the forest without a "buddy". I wouldn't think twice about a short walk or day hike so long as someone knew where I was going and when I'd be back...but hiking into the wilderness for miles and days is not something I would do without accompaniment.
There is a lot of awesomeness deep in the woods...and there's a whole lot of *kitten* that can go wrong to regardless of how self-sufficient you are.
I love hiking, and I love solitude, but till I still have kids to raise I never do hikes alone.
Here is a story of a strong women who did a lot of serious hiking:The elder of two sisters, she grew up in a poor family in the midsize industrial city of Omsk in western Siberia. After the Soviet Union broke up, her parents opened a shop importing shoes from Moscow. Her father had been in the Red Army and had won medals for service at Chernobyl. At 12, Matrosova was saving money from a lemonade stand to pay for school supplies. She studied finance at the Omsk State Transport University, and in 2002, at 20, got a work-study visa to the U.S. She’d arranged a job at a restaurant in Montauk, N.Y., at the eastern tip of Long Island, where she fell in with Lily Kirejenkova, a Lithuanian work-study visitor. Later that summer they moved to Chicago together and found jobs in a nightclub. One rainy night at 2 a.m., when they were crowded into a one-bedroom apartment with four other people and it was too hot to sleep, Matrosova said, “Come on, let’s go dance in the rain!”
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After hiring a lawyer to extend her visa, she saved money working as a waitress and hostess. She took courses at a Chicago community college and then enrolled at DePaul University. She studied finance, marketing, and accounting and graduated magna cum laude in 2006. With her new degree, she landed a job at J.P. Morgan and went to New York for a six-week training program, where she met Farhoodi, a witty, prudent private wealth manager.
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In 2008 she moved into his apartment in West Palm Beach, Fla. They were married a year later. Matrosova’s job helping manage the billion-dollar portfolio of S. Daniel Abraham, founder of Slim-Fast weight-loss products, left her time for long lunches. She resumed her kodokan judo practice. As part of her training she would bike 26 miles, round-trip, to the dojo in Hypoluxo.
http://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2015-trader-in-the-wild/
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To all the people that are discouraging her, trying to scare her and anyone else from this goal. Please do us all a favor and never, ever, ever step outside again. Lock yourself in your bedroom, remove all the furniture, cover all your walls, the floor, ceiling and windows with thick mattress', wear a full coverage helmet, elbow, knee, shoulder pads and stop eating or drinking anything that you did not personally make yourself, to include water. Actually it would be safer for you if you stopped eating and drinking all together because that is very dangerous too.
Because the last I checked waking up in the morning is dangerous whether you decide to leave your house or not. There are a F#%k ton of statistics to prove that. Check actuary tables for causes of death and you will find far more day to day activities a whole lot more likely to kill you than going on a camping/hiking trip alone.
Life is all about taking calculated risks that you're comfortable with, pushing yourself to the next level, learning new things and above being able to find peace with yourself in all things that you do. This is obviously something she wants in order to try to find a way to bring some peace in her life. I am sure if I looked into your lives I could find something that is considered dangerous enough that I should discourage you from doing. I wouldn't do that to you and neither should you to her.
Thank you and yes you're right I am a raging _______!0
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