Although it's now officially spring, there is still a high level of avalanche danger in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, and especially in the ravines around Mt. Washington. I have a few friends that will be hiking in this area in the next...
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Two years ago, I switched all of the spare batteries I keep in my emergency gear repair kit from alkaline batteries to lithium batteries. I did this to reduce my ultralight pack weight since lithium batteries are 1/2 to 1/3 as light as alkaline...
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Winter can be a dangerous time to hike or camp in the backcountry, but with planning and proper preparation, a winter hike can be a safe and enjoyable experience. Please keep the following in mind when planning an outing:
For safety, never hike alone...
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