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One of the most remarkable aspects of our journey was the ever-changing landscapes. From dense forests to open vistas, from cascading waterfalls to towering peaks, each day brought new wonders to behold. The transition from the lush Enchanted Forest to the expansive Tyume River basin felt like stepping into a different world altogether, a testament to the incredible diversity of the Eastern Cape's natural beauty.

To lighten your food load and still get the calories and nutrition you need to maintain your stamina on the trail, aim for nutritious foods that are high in calories relative to weight and volume. Choose foods that provide at least 100 calories per ounceā€”125 calories or more per ounce is even better.

You can take most foods backpacking, but itā€™s best to stick with foods that are portable, lightweight, and not too bulky. Fortunately, there are ways to take backpacking versions of your favorite mealā€”from burrito bowlsĀ toĀ tuna noodle casseroleā€”whether you dehydrate the meal at home,Ā buy ready-to-eat dehydrated mealsĀ that only require adding hot water, or assemble your meal from a mixture of fresh and dry ingredients.Ā 

The idea of camping can intimidate some people. But the truth is, camping is not only one of the easiest outdoor activities to do, but itā€™s also one of the most widely loved. Its simple charms are addictive: crackling fires, fresh air, the exchange of stories with close friends, and all the sā€™mores your inner-fifth-grader-heart could want.

Bikepacking is essentially having multi-day, self-supported adventures on your bike. Typically, this would involve being more off-road than on-road and would feature some kind of lightweight camping, whether thatā€™s in a small, lightweight tent, or an even lighter bivvy bag and tarp set up.

South Africa is known to be a land of diverse landscapes and breathtaking vistas; an expansive playground capable of satisfying even the most die-hard travelerā€™s wanderlust. And what better way to explore this raw, unadulterated terrain than by foot? Hmm, but where to start? Well, here are South Africaā€™s 16 most beautiful hiking trails; let the Instagramming begin.

The appeal of getting out into green spaces and exploring on foot is obvious so for the last few months Iā€™ve been building up my fitness with regular runs and learning the basics of trail running. Iā€™m definitely still a novice with a lot to learn, but I have picked up a few things over the last few months that Iā€™ll share in this beginnerā€™s

Thereā€™s a difference between simple cleaning and disinfecting. Cleaning removes dirt, germs, and impurities using soap and water. This step doesnā€™t kill germs, it simply removes them which helps lower their numbers and thus the risk of infection. Use soap and water to regularly clean surfaces. Be sure to pay extra attention to high-touch surfaces like tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, faucets and sinks.

Back then, the list included a map, compass, sunglasses and sunscreen, extra clothing, headlamp/flashlight, first-aid supplies, fire starter, matches, knife, and extra food. Over the years, the list has evolved to a ā€œsystemsā€ approach rather than including individual items. Hereā€™s what it looks like today:

On a backpacking trip, youā€™ll be responsible for carrying all the gear, making all the decisions, and figuring out whatā€™s making that creepy noise in the middle of the night. While a solo trip can certainly be challenging, it will also give you a chance to get outside your comfort zone and find out what youā€™re capable of.

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