Solo with bears

Article Abstract:

A man describes his two-day solo backpacking adventure in Alaska's Chugach State Park. He traveled on the 27-mile Crow Pass Trail, which is prime bear habitat. He describes his fear of grizzlies, also known as brown bears, and how a stream crossing proved more treacherous than the threat of bears.

Personal narratives, Behavior, Description and travel, Natural history, Grizzly bear, Alaska, Backpacking, Chugach National Forest, Alaska

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Get out!

Article Abstract:

Work and other responsibilities can derail hiking plans, so it is important to set goals and stick to dates for hiking. Other tips include joining a hiking club, making a list of equipment and supplies, and searching the Internet for relevant Web sites.

Planning, Hiking

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How time flies

Article Abstract:

Excerpts from issues of Backpacker dating from 1973 to the present are presented. Fashions of the Seventies, backpacking gear, gasoline prices, trail news, endangered species and other topics are discussed.

History, Backpacker (Periodical)

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