Essentials For Hikers Both Novice And Experienced

Experienced hikers find 500 miles of trails in Shenandoah National Park. Some are short, suitable for a day-hike. There is a 101-mile long trail running through the entire length of the park, which is a part of the well-known Appalachian Trail.

These trails are marked with blazes of paint on trees to indicate the type of trail it is. These forest traffic signs are white (Appalachian Trail), yellow (hikers and equestriennes), blue to indicate hikers only and unblazed trees mark all the nature trails for hikers.

For longer hikes, you need supplies, just in case. Consider taking a 3-day supply of water packets, food packets, matches and emergency shelter. Perhaps a flashlight, pocket stove and a rope tent should also be taken along. You can find lightweight warmth in space blankets and reusable rain ponchos. A compass is useful if the hiker knows how to use it.

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