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What injuries have you sustained hiking or trekking?

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That's an easy one to answer! I have two, and both are somewhat related. The first was a few years ago when I spent 3 weeks hiking through the Swiss Alps. Hiking in Switzerland is a joy. read more

Bottom right you can send the wad of tissue I was using to protect my poor footsies. Other than that it was a great hiking holiday and I thoroughly recommend Switzerland for hiking. Just remember to pack lots of tissues! The other injury I've had while hiking was just a month ago. It also involves the same hiking boots in a way. read more

This means Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. If you think the injury is minor and you have the time, just quit for the afternoon for a rest. Add ice if you have it, or cold/cool water from a stream or other source is great. Wrap the injury with some kind of cloth, and elevate it. Only do this for your journey back. read more

To properly introduce someone to the outdoors you must make their experience as positive as possible. And while precaution is the best treatment for common hiking injuries, sometimes a blister or twisted ankle is inevitable. read more

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