I have bug spray, sunscreen, backpack, water bottle, clothes, first aid kit, walking pole, and rain poncho. What I need is a compass, bear spray, whistle, and jackknife.
Mind you, where I will be hiking has footpaths, maybe even sidewalks. I may not be wilderness hiking, but I will be wilderness ready. Besides, weight when walking is good exercise. 😎
Footwear. I buy new to me on Poshmark by setting a maximum price for a watch and wait that can take months before I buy. I began sandal hunting in late February early March. To my surprise, and delight, I found a pair of Keen hiking sandals, perfect fit, super comfortable and within the set budget.
A compass is the next purchase. I will by a new one.
So, it is beginning to feel like summer to me. What is next requires reading and researching locations. If I really really want to immerse myself in an outdoor experience, then I can pitch a tent in the backyard. 🤣
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This is one of those subjects that feels that I’ve posted this before.
A suggestion, if you have a bad knee, is to get a really good knee support and wear it. The RC has to wear one when he's doing much walking, just for the additional support. I'm sure you already know this but throwing it out there, just in case.
ReplyDeleteThank you Maryanne!
DeleteI have a knee brace that I think I wore once. I will wear it now when out and about.
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