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How much does a full/empty jetboil canister weigh?
Awarded Jul 2, 2023 at 17:05
How is hygiene possible with ocean water only?
Awarded Feb 10, 2023 at 22:05
How to safely mark a rope
Awarded Nov 30, 2022 at 5:40
Why would one choose to use a Harvey map rather than an Ordnance Survey map?
Awarded Aug 3, 2022 at 8:20
Hot coffee brewing solutions for deep woods camping
Awarded Dec 17, 2021 at 5:50
What exactly is so wrong with playing music on trails?
Awarded Nov 8, 2021 at 8:19
A bird is stuck flying in circles in my room. How to make it fly away?
Awarded Oct 22, 2021 at 17:36
Sleeping in unheated outbuilding for a prolonged period
Awarded Oct 16, 2021 at 20:22
This long, skinny plant caused red bumps on my son's knee within minutes. Is it poisonous?
Awarded Sep 17, 2021 at 20:21
How can I improve my footwork while rock-climbing?
Awarded Aug 26, 2021 at 19:11
Learning to fall when leading: what is good fall technique?
Awarded Aug 26, 2021 at 19:04
Can a kid ever dive too deep while snorkeling and breath-hold diving?
Awarded Aug 9, 2021 at 21:11
Reacting to a bee attack
Awarded Jul 29, 2021 at 17:35
What are some things to keep in mind when stealth camping?
Awarded Jul 21, 2021 at 6:51
Is it okay to “free solo” in popular climbing spots?
Awarded Jul 13, 2021 at 13:07
Trumpeting while backpacking?
Awarded Jul 5, 2021 at 16:16
How can you prevent kids getting lost at night while camping?
Awarded Jul 1, 2021 at 23:18
Why did the wolf-pack withdraw from attacking me?
Awarded Jun 27, 2021 at 11:34
Are wheelchairs allowed in US Wilderness Areas?
Awarded Jun 16, 2021 at 8:30
Had to drink untreated water: Any immediate action to avoid getting sick?
Awarded Jun 4, 2021 at 4:27
Is it significantly faster to hike along a river bank?
Awarded Jun 4, 2021 at 3:26
Is my tent pole a lightning rod?
Awarded May 3, 2021 at 12:42
What's the problem with burying toilet paper?
Awarded Apr 15, 2021 at 19:59
Is it possible to sunburn through clothing?
Awarded Mar 30, 2021 at 22:55
What hazardous wildlife is there in the UK?
Awarded Feb 9, 2021 at 4:41
Is color blindness a significant obstacle to bird watching?
Awarded Feb 8, 2021 at 5:11
Can you boil an egg in dirty water?
Awarded Dec 4, 2020 at 9:04
What kind of mementos, if any, am I allowed to collect from State and National parks in small quantities?
Awarded Sep 10, 2020 at 8:47
Is it realistic to teach yourself rock climbing?
Awarded Aug 18, 2020 at 14:10
Is it possible to hike over 30km per day?
Awarded Jul 31, 2020 at 18:18
Which side of an emergency blanket should I use?
Awarded Jun 24, 2020 at 15:27
Am I packing too much for a 2-3 day hike in the forests?
Awarded May 30, 2020 at 20:41
As of 2019, why do mountaineering courses still teach how to use a paper map?
Awarded Apr 21, 2020 at 21:19
When sailing, how do I rescue a man overboard?
Awarded Apr 16, 2020 at 3:35
What is wrong with the rabbit living under my shed?
Awarded Apr 10, 2020 at 7:20
What are the differences between a $25 sleeping bag and a $440 sleeping bag if they have the same temp rating?
Awarded Mar 27, 2020 at 20:30
Jumping off of a cliff into water - survival tips
Awarded Feb 20, 2020 at 11:35
What advantage does the what3words coordinate system have over other, traditional systems?
Awarded Jan 17, 2020 at 15:15
Are there any natural materials found in the wild that can be used as an effective sunscreen?
Awarded Nov 6, 2019 at 11:45
How likely are you to be injured by falling shot from a game shoot?
Awarded Nov 2, 2019 at 16:55
Is sleeping on the ground in cold weather better than on an air mattress?
Awarded Oct 3, 2019 at 8:00
Why is there such a singular place for bird watching?
Awarded Sep 30, 2019 at 12:15
Ideal and Minimal Rope Diameter for Lead Climbing
Awarded Sep 22, 2019 at 16:15
Other than good shoes and a stick, what are some ways to preserve your knees on long hikes?
Awarded Sep 16, 2019 at 20:40
Most practical knots for hitching a line to an object while keeping the bitter end as tight as possible, without sag?
Awarded Aug 22, 2019 at 16:20
Sleeping solo in a double sleeping bag
Awarded Aug 20, 2019 at 10:40
How do people drown while wearing a life jacket?
Awarded Aug 5, 2019 at 1:55
Impact of throwing away fruit waste on a peak > 3200 m above a glacier
Awarded Jul 24, 2019 at 11:40
Why are people so worried about Giardia?
Awarded Jul 12, 2019 at 20:40
In a survival situation, should I drink unpurified water?
Awarded Jul 12, 2019 at 20:40
How to transport personal belongings while swimming long distance?
Awarded Jul 10, 2019 at 5:30
Can any waterborne pathogens survive boiling?
Awarded Jul 2, 2019 at 1:55
What to look for in a durable, 3-season sleeping bag?
Awarded Jul 2, 2019 at 1:55
What do I need to look for in good, quality hiking boots?
Awarded Jul 2, 2019 at 1:55
Do polarized sunglasses protect against snow blindness?
Awarded Jul 2, 2019 at 1:40
What is the difference between external and internal-frame packs?
Awarded Jul 2, 2019 at 1:40
Is it OK to throw pebbles and stones in streams, waterfalls, ponds, etc.?
Awarded Jul 1, 2019 at 2:40
What are common climbing techniques for strongly overhanging walls and roofs?
Awarded Jun 12, 2019 at 16:40
Keeping the things interesting in a small climbing gym
Awarded Jun 12, 2019 at 16:40
Why is it bad to use your whole foot in rock climbing
Awarded Jun 11, 2019 at 8:25
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