Backpacker Preparation and Checklist - What You Need Before You Travel

Make sure you have seen a travel doctor at least 3-6months before your trip as with a lot of vaccinations you need them over three courses with a month’s gap in-between.

Remember to take your vaccination book with you travelling as it may be needed as there are different types of vaccines for different diseases so if the worst was to happen the doctors will know what you have had.

You will need a good quality backpack for your trip. About 60 litres should be sufficient as you do not want your pack to be too large as you do have to have this with you constantly and if it is too big you will have problems when getting on buses and trains etc.

Along with your backpack you will also need to take a day pack. This is a very useful piece of equipment. If you have any valuables you can keep them in your daypack whilst on bus/train journeys and know that they are safer with you than hidden away with your backpack.

Shorts – Shorts are essential if you’re going to warmer climates. Again only around 2 pairs will be fine as you do not want to overload your backpack. Boy’s the best thing for you is just to have swimming shorts then you’re always ready to take a dip wherever you are.

Hiking boots – If you are going to go hiking then taking your own pair maybe beneficial. A good pair which will last in the tropical forests and monsoons will be ideal.

Towels – I also think to take 2 towels. One for the Beach and one for showers. You can never rely on your hostel/guesthouse to supply a towel so it’s best to have your own. Try to get lightweight ones that should dry quickly. You don’t want a wet towel in your backpack with all your other clothes.

First aid Kit – A good well stocked first aid kit is essential for any trip. You never know when you may need this. Also some needles and syringes would be good to have as you know that in case you need an injection that the needles will be clean.

Deet/Mosquito Spray – Keep them mozzies away with some repellent.

Mosquito net – You may not use it very often but trust me when you do need it you will be happy as Larry that you brought one.

Toiletries – Shampoo, deodorant etc, you can by these when you are travelling but it’s good to bring some with you to start.

Passport sized photos – when crossing borders and obtaining visas you usually always need at least 2 passport photos. Take a good supply with you as it will save you searching around to try and find somewhere last minute.

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Select From a Range of Camping Tents for an Exciting Weekend Trip

Selecting a Roof top Tent

The package is small but you will find a lot of space inside. Tents in various fabrics are available for your selection. Carbon fiber and fiberglass models are lightweight and the operation is simple allowing instant deployment. The carbon fibre variety is very tough and ideal for any trip. All tents invariably look alike; however, you have to consider a few tips before buying. Examine the hinges, they should be robust, thick and of stainless steel. Select a tent with a thick foam mattress and durable zips. A flysheet of superior-quality is vital as also a wooden base for the tent. Zippered shutters and mosquito netting are must-haves. Finally, check the ladder of the tent before you make the final decision.

Look Out for a Sturdy Camper Trailer

Camping out is exciting and adventurous; those who are fond of it will buy a camper trailer that is not difficult to fix. Trailer tents and folding tents have become very popular because of the ease of fixing. YKK zippers are excellent and durable. The locks should be on top of the doors. For simple and easy operation elasticised toggles are useful. Storage pockets and carry-bags to pack the canvas and poles provide convenience. Most camp trailers come with a long warranty period; ensure this before purchasing.

Types of Camping Tents

Camping tents come in different shapes and sizes; A-frame tents are the most common type that appears like a prism. The other type is a pyramid tent which has the same shape; this has a main pole at the centre. Although there may be some inconveniences of having a central pole, this type of pyramid is lightweight and hence easy to cart along. Hoop tents are different, in that they have parallel hoops that hold the fabric and the number of hoops varies from tent to tent. 

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Extreme Cold Camping

Someone once called me crazy for camping in Idaho when it was -25 degrees out. I called them a joker. In other words, some people get a thrill out of extreme cold camping. Before you go, remember these precautions to stay safe.

Bring a bag made for your camping conditions. An excellent sleeping bag is never more important than when the temperature is below zero. I once tried to use my 15 degree bag as a simple -5 degree bag. I am positive I almost died that night. Before the night was through I had used my belay parka, 3 beanies, two pairs of pants and my down boots, and still was not warm. It seemed like my sleeping bag wasn't even warming me. Lying there, freezing rather than sleeping, I told myself never to make that mistake again. Before buying a new bag, I built a foam insert bag and a down cover to extend the range of my bag, this was a good option in a tight budget situation, but has nothing on my ultra warm bag.

Remember you can go home. I have insisted so many times that I could survive in the

cold, even without the proper neccessities. No one is going to blame you when you come

home and it is -20, but they just might if you get frostbite on your nose, or fingers and toes like I have. Trust me it is not worth saying that you are that tough.

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Why You Need A Waterproof Canopy As Part Of Your Camping Gear

Taking along a waterproof canopy on your next camping trip is a good idea. The canopy can be used for several different applications that will make the experience all the more enjoyable. In fact, you will wonder how you ever got along without one.  

Designated Kitchen Area  

One of the fun things about camping is the ability to cook outside. In order to make sure the camp site is organized and you can cook even if a little rain moves into the area, set up a waterproof canopy for the cooking area. You can easily set up the grill, position the cooler and even place a small table that is ideal for food preparation. If the canopy is large enough, you can even leave room for a couple of camping chairs to make the space a little cozier.  

For maximum benefit, invest in a canopy that comes with detachable screens. These can easily be snapped into place if mosquitoes become a nuisance. Assuming you are camping at grounds set aside for the purpose rather than in the forest, you can also zip up the screens at the end of the day and rest assured your kitchen will be ready for use first thing in the morning.  

Play Area for the Kids  

If you have young children along for the camping expedition, the waterproof canopy can serve as the designated play area. Accent the canopy with some type of comfortable cover for the ground, then let the kids enjoy their toys. The construction of the canopy makes it easy for the adults to watch the children and respond if one begins to wander off. Consider taking along an air mattress so the kids can have an afternoon nap in the play area rather than having to retire to the more confined space in the family tent. 

When choosing the right canopy for your camping trip, make sure the device will be large enough to serve the purposes you have in mind. Also make sure the frame can be assembled with a minimum of effort. Since the goal of a camping trip is to get away from the fast pace of everyday living, you don't want to spend a lot of your time putting together the camp site. If everything can be set up in less than an hour, that will leave more time to enjoy the sights, take in some fishing and allow yourself the luxury of not doing anything on a set schedule.

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Benefits of Sling Backpacks for Your Back

Backpacks are extremely popular due to the fact that they allow you an easy means to carry many things while keeping your hands free for anything else you might need them for. Most backpacks are quite roomy which encourages you to put as much into them as they will hold. Doing this can create a hazard for your back, and has been the source of many back problems in young children.

For your safety, it is important to remember not to overload backpacks with heavy items whose weight could unknowingly hurt your back. If you need an easy transporting option for several heavy items, consider investing in a backpack with wheels. This way you can roll heavy backpacks to where you are going instead of putting all that weight onto your back and shoulders.

The combined weight of items placed in a backpack is not the only thing that can pose a threat to back health. It is important to pay attention to the style of backpack you choose to use for yourself or your children. There are certain backpack styles that can be harmful to your body regardless of how many books or things you put in them. Some backpack styles are better choices than others are when it comes to protecting your back from possible strain and injuries that can result from carrying even lighter loads incorrectly.

Sling backpacks are a great choice for your back than many other types of backpacks. A sling backpack allows you to effortlessly shift your backpack from behind your back to the side of your hips or to your front, to give your back a rest. Since you can keep shifting the sling backpack without having to stop and remove the backpack and replace where you want it, you can prevent your back, hips, or stomach muscles from becoming overly strained and tired while still walking towards where you need to be.

Sling backpacks are widely available online and through many retail outlets and local stores. Sling backpacks can come in many exciting colors and styles that appeal to young children, teens, adults, and even grandparents. Many sling backpacks also have added features that expand their versatility and popularity. Sling backpacks are making impressing strides in popularity as you can see them being used in elementary, middle, and high schools, on college campuses, at the office, on the sidelines at soccer games, and on the streets, as many people like the hands-free carrying of multiple items that backpacks offer them.

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Backpack Styles: Which is best for you?（2）

If you are intending an all-out expedition lasting a week or more, then you should consider a full pack, which are backpacks that have room for all the gear you'll need to survive in the woods for weeks. Most full packs have either an internal or an external frame, and can offer as much as 6,000 cubic inches of packing space. A full pack backpack like the High Peak Katmandu 70 + 10 Internal Frame Backpack may offer features like a full rain cover including hood to keep you and your gear dry in wet weather. Look for additional features like a bottom zipper to allow access to the bottom of the main compartment and multiple places to attach other gear on the outer backpack.

How does it fit?

Adjustable straps are all well and good, but some backpacks are a better fit than others. A backpack that does not fit comfortably can leave you with an aching back, or tire you out to the point where you have to quit hiking early. Some points to watch out for include:

How much packing space do you need?

What can you fit into 1,000 cubic inches? How about 5,000 cubic inches? In general, the following rules of thumb apply:

If you are selecting a pack for day trips or around the town use, then you should be fine with a day pack that has a capacity of up to 1,500 cubic inches. Kids' backpacks can be proportionally smaller.

If you plan on taking weekend trips or doing light backpacking and hiking, then you may want a backpack that's substantially larger. A capacity of 1,750 to 3,000 cubic inches will provide plenty of packing room for clothes and gear for one person on a weekend camping trip.

If you are carrying gear for more than one person, or for an extended trip, look for a full pack with over 3,000 cubic inches of packing space. A full pack with an external frame will distribute weight evenly and make your backpacking trip a pleasure.

Inspired by vintage hunting gear, This hiking pack focuses heavily on timeless

combined fabrics and retro distressed design. The hiking rucksacks combined

with rugged cotton canvas, waxed canvas, distressed cowhide and pigskin.

We designed it with an easy collar stud closure, meaning it can be opened and

closed without fastening buckles. It's also equipped with two exterior side

pockets, a exterior front pocket, a interior zip pocket and two interior slip

pockets. So it's extremely functional and tough.

Whether you are a women or a men, this hiking pack is an ideal choice for you.

Don't forget to take it around you when go to school, climbing, hiking.

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Backpack Styles: Which is best for you?（1）

Whether you are an avid trekker or a student whose longest hike is across your college's campus, the backpack style that you choose can, quite literally, make or break your back. If you are in the market for a new backpack you will find yourself faced with hundreds of choices and styles. Between internal frames and external frames, padded straps and cubic inches of packing space, there is a lot more to consider than simply the aesthetic appeal of a backpack. The question is how do you decide which backpack is the best backpack style for you?

The best way to determine which backpack to buy is to ask yourself a series of questions to narrow down your choices.

Why do you need a backpack?

The first question that you need to answer is why you need a backpack in the first place? How will you use it? A backpack that would be used to carry all of your belongings on a trek across Europe should offer far different features than one that is used to carry diapers and formula for your daily runs around town. Likewise, if you are heading out on a long distance trip through mountainous terrain or the woods, you could benefit greatly from bringing along a pack that can carry a lot of equipment comfortably without being too heavy.

A day packis meant for light trekking, when carrying a lot of gear and weight is not an issue. If your main use for a backpack is to haul stuff around with you for use during the day, then a day pack like the Travel Gear Ur Gear Backpack will work just fine. The DadGear Basic Black Diaper Backpack is a daypack with special features designed specifically for parents toting along an infant or toddler. Other daypacks are designed with students in mind and offer features like outside pockets for MP3 players and cell phones.

A pack like the High Peak Black Diamond Backpack is the ideal compromise between a lightweight day pack and a full pack meant for longer expeditions. The High Peak Black Diamond features over 1,500 cubic inches of packing space, foam-padded shoulder straps and a chest and hip belt to help keep the pack attached to where it belongs on your body. It also includes hiking features like holders for a shovel, ice axe and snowboard. While it does not have an internal frame, it does feature a removable aluminum support bar to give the backpack additional strength. Finally, it is compatible with hydration systems for packing along filtered water and making it easy to access while trekking.

Decent vintage hiking packs to recall the good memory.

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Tactical Backpacks: Must-haves for the Active Police Force

Police officers are required to carry plenty of equipment especially during field operations as part of their job, said equipment of which are best carried in backpacks. But not just any backpack, however, because conventional backpacks are unsatisfactory for the demands of the job – only tactical backpacks will do for police officers on the job!

What are tactical packs in the first place? These are part of the standard load-bearing equipment of military soldiers and police officers used to carry extra weapons and ammunition, food rations, medical supplies, tents and sleeping gear, and extra clothes, among other important items necessary for survival in the field.

To say that tactical backpacks are must-haves for police officers is an understatement indeed. Here are a few reasons why police officers should have their individual tactical packs while on the job of serving and protecting their fellowmen in their official capacity.

Larger Space

Tactical backpacks are also designed with as many pockets and compartments as possible because of the wide variety of items that must be placed inside. As previously mentioned, these backpacks are designed to carry everything that a police officer – or a civilian using it for camping or travelling, for that matter – will require on the job especially during tactical missions. Thus, the more space provided by the backpack, the better for the purpose intended.

Where conventional backpacks only have a single large compartment and a few pockets in the front and sides, tactical packs are chockfull of compartments and pockets necessary for packing everything except for the kitchen sink, so to speak.

With all these features of tactical backpacks, it's no wonder that even non-police officers are buying these bags for their own uses

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Backpacking Around The World: What You Don't Need To Take

Picture the scene: you've just stepped off a ten hour bus ride that you were assured would take 3 hours. You're hot, you have dust in your eyes, your bottled water is down to the last warm plastic-flavoured drips and you're craving some food that doesn't look like a skewered insect. Behold! You spot a hostel gleaming at the end of the lane so you adorn your trusted backpack and head towards that paradise of beds, cool beer and delicious curry. You have 2 choices

Your backpack contains at least one of the following: the plug for the plug-less bath in the land of showers, a fleece just in case Asia's climate takes a historical plummet, a thick jumper based on the same reasoning, a pair of hard core trekking shoes when you've been prancing over mountains in your 1 dollar flip flops, a 2.5 kg iron chain and lock (waterproof variety) to protect your backpack in all eventualities. You get the picture. You struggle a few steps but the shouts of the tuk tuk touts prove too tempting for the lift to the hostel, even if you know it's at the 'special' touristica price.

You carry a simple roll of toilet paper for those doubtless bouts of traveller-tummy, a guide book for some handy advice, spare undies, toothbush and paste, a scarf-it's multi-purpose, shampoo, cash and passport. The essentials. And you're away...at the hostel in no time, a cool shower, a clean bed and a cool beer in your hand. You know it makes sense

It has the comfiest straps of the bunch, and a goggle pocket with a separate

lens pouch for covering your bases when it comes to vision in the backcountry.

It has the comfiest straps of the bunch, and a goggle pocket with a separate

lens pouch for covering your bases when it comes to vision in the backcountry.

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Looking Camping Tent for 1-2 Person

You go on foot or by bicycle or motorcycle on the road and you get up every night in a different place, then a light tent you quickly design desirable. Hikers are best served by tents of 2-3 kg. These are usually made of polyamide (nylon) or polyester reinforced with rip stop (diamond reinforced wire). Both synthetic materials are lightweight, strong, durable, and washable and dry quickly. You can easily store a few days without the wet cloth there suffer. Drawbacks of these materials are the condensation, sensitivity to UV radiation (coatings that may occur), and the stretching of the fabric when it is wet (in particular, nylon).

For cyclists and canoeists are tents of 3-6 kg the most appropriate. Camping tents are made of polyamide, polyester, cotton or light weight of the mixed polyester cotton. Cotton breathes better, is more resistant to UV radiation but dries slowly and is not washable. Polyester Cotton is its characteristics between polyester and cotton

Stick arc Tents are by their shape often broader. Moreover, there are no poles in the tent or the entrance. A place for luggage and an awning over the entrance can be useful against the ingress of rain. When tents of synthetic material for adequate ventilation to prevent condensation. If the tent is in two sheaths, you can distribute the weight.

Setting up the tent

The lightweight cam (bivouac) tent and the bow stick (umbrella) tent are both easy to set up. A no tent usually has something more shaving lines and pegs, but a bow stick tent takes some more time to implement the sticks through the slots or the inner tent to hang it. There are also so-called pop-up tents who himself up, a few pegs in the ground and ready. Folding is just a trick. Some tents can hang the inner tent in bad weather or degrade without being wet. When cheap note that there are adequate ventilation in the tent.

You go by car on holiday and swap your regular pitch? Then it is important that the setting does not take too long and the tent provides ample sleeping, living, and luggage. Possibly the need tents have headroom. The tent should be able to all weather conditions (rain and extreme wind or sunlight). There is plenty of choice in medium called pyramid tents

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Exercise Safety Tips For Kids

Exercise is one of the keys to good health and good body. This is the reason why wellness experts and even medical authorities recommend exercising. There are many benefits that you can get when you exercise; a few to mention are toned muscles and increase circulation of the blood in the body. However, exercise activities like any other activities should be done with safety precautions. Approximately more than 3 million kids experience injuries when exercising. These exercise activities vary from stretching to outdoor activities like running and bike riding. In order to avoid injuries and have healthy body, here are some exercise safety tips for kids that can serve as guide when exercising or involving in any form of rigorous exercise.

Running exercise safety tip for kids. This is one of the most important exercise safety tips for kid. Kids or anybody of any age should not just run to start the activity. Prior to running, the body must be warm-up and stretching exercises should be performed. This is to prepare the body for the physical activity. Likewise, kids should also cool down after each activity.

Riding the bicycle. Bike riding is one of the most favorite activities of the kids to exercise. Not only you do exercise but you also enjoy the activity while you travel from one place to another. Yet, riding the bicycle should be done properly. Wearing elbow and knee pads, and a helmet will protect the kids against potential injuries if kids accidentally fall off or have collision.

Engaging in sports. All sports have their own safety measures. This ranges from the gears that should be worn to the type of equipment that should be used. As one of the exercise safety tips for kids, it is essential that proper gear should be worn. Correct clothing such as helmets and knee and elbow pads will be able to minimize the damage caused by the accident. Aside from the gears, the equipment utilized should also be inspected especially in the parks like swings, monkey bars, teeter-totters, and other stationary equipments which kids frequently uses.

Supervision of the kids. Kids should be supervised in their physical activities; whether exercises or plainly playing at the playground. This will make assistance on hand to them in case of injuries. Moreover, the presence of sports doctor will be very great.

Exercising is one of the fun activities kids can engage with. However, there are some situations that kids may tend to overlook potential hazards and dangers ahead of them, therefore it is highly important that these kids are supervised and knowledgeable how to protect themselves against injuries.

Armed with these exercise safety tips for kids, you can assure that kids are safe and at the same time have healthy bodies.

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Children's scooter can initiate a trend of fitness amongst kids

If fitness is the objective, then a 3 wheel kick scooter could be the best mobility scooter you are searching for. If you are searching for your kids or for yourself, there are various sizes and styles with a few options for the motions that they make. When you settle on a last choice, you might as well think about your height, weight, age and current fitness level. Keep in mind that an untrained individual who is attempting something beyond his capacities might be in real threat of injuring himself.

Your height will have some impact on the scooter you choose. The handlebars ought to be at the correct height so you don't need to strain to reach them or bend over to do so. You ought to have the ability to agreeably reach them with the goal that you can have correct control over the scooter. For some models, you apply brake with the help of grips on the handlebar, which makes it much more vital to have the ability to reach them. The way that you push the kick scooter might also be significant to think about. Usually these use a kicking motion to get the scooter off, but there are those that permit you to kick from the side. An alternate choice is the sort that uses a scissor motion with your feet on two pedal-like sheets. These are an incredible fitness choice for normal adults.

With such a variety of youngsters tipping the scales, it is essential to find an approach to get them up and off the lounge chair and go out. If you can't engage them in a speedy round of baseball, you could have the ability to get them outside to play on children scooters painted with their favourite colour or design. You can entice them with things like a truly cool helmet or the guarantee that you are set to ride on yours too, making it a family venture. It could be the best thing to have the ability to say that you are all moving out on 3 wheel scooters. So, if you are concerned regarding the fitness of your kids, get them a brand new scooter and encourage them to have a safe ride every day for at least half an hour.

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Teach your child how to ride children scooter safely

Most children are very fond of scooter. They just love to show off their acrobatic skill while riding. Flips and various other tricks are amazing to watch but there always remains safety concerns, especially if the riders are not well-equipped with safety gears. Many youngsters don't prefer to put on safety gears like helmet, knee and elbow pads. Because, they tend to think they wouldn't look smart if they wear these protective equipment. However, it is highly dangerous to perform various tricks without putting on necessary gears. Even professional stunt men also opine that safety is the very first priority and it applies for children scooter riding as well.

What gears should one wear?

Any accident that arises from children scooter rider can affect various parts of the body. But, head injury is considered as the most fatal among all types of injuries. Hence, all riders need to protect their heads and helmet is a must for that reason. While purchasing a helmet riders need to ensure that it fits them properly. Ideally, there should be a gap of few centimeters between the forehead and the brim of the helmet. They should also pay heed to the position and fitting of the helmet straps. The straps shouldn't be loose and allow helmet to move. The ideal position of these straps would be across the backside of lower jaw and throat.

Regardless of whether a rider is keen to perform flips or not a helmet is a must. Elbow and knee caps are not mandatory but skilled riders are better off availing them. The outer part of these pads are made of different protective materials or plastic. There is a deep layer of foam inside the pad to shield riders from getting hurt. Those who are not habituated to wear these gears will initially find them very uncomfortable. And some riders may also find that these protective gears are limiting their movements. However, once these same riders get the hang of wearing these gears they will feel uncomfortable without them. Riders those who like to flaunt their scooter skills are also advisable to put on wrist guards because while performing various twists and turns their wrists can get hurt as well.

Keep a close eye on the condition of children scooters

The locks of the children scooter are needs to be checked to ensure they are working fine

Wheels of the scooter need to be wiped dry if they get wet and children should also lubricate them to ensure smooth riding

Wheels and bearings have to be replaced if and when they worn out

Aside from these measures young riders should also be aware of the road condition and situations while riding. While crossing streets, they should stop and push their scooters across and they should also be mindful of the bumps, sands, or other elements on the road that can cause riders to fall due to lack of control.

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