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Tuesday 15th December 2009 at 11:54:59 AM
Rank: Fanny Packer
#Posts: 1
#Points: 1
I just dont really know when i will be able to do something like this so I want to take advantage of the opportunity...
Monday 5th March 2012 at 8:31:44 PM
Rank: Day Packer
#Posts: 22
#Points: 22
1)Start a conditioning program, which includes day hiking, to ready your body for a long hike. You'll need to be in excellent physical condition for your hiking adventure. Begin your conditioning at least six weeks in advance of your planned long hike.
2)Sign up for a class in long distance hiking. These courses teach economical packing, first aid and survival skills as well as climbing methods.
3)Research the trail you've selected by acquiring recent information from the conservation authority that maintains the trail. If you're hiking on private property or uncharted trails that are not maintained, you do so at your own risk. Get a topographical map of the area if you can, so you can plan "escape routes" should you need to drastically change course.
4)Plan your water rations. One half gallon a day is the recommended water intake for regular activity levels, so bring more than that, since you'll need it to stay hydrated during your workout.
5)Pack plenty of lightweight foods with high nutritional content, allowing for about 2,000 calories a day in food intake. Take along freeze-dried meals, freeze-dried fruits and veggies, pasta, dried beans to make into paste, powdered milk and crackers with low sodium.
6)Keep the weight of your pack to a minimum by bringing only the absolute necessities. Leave non-essentials, like razors and shampoo, behind.
7)Bring a camping tent or a hammock(both available), sleeping bag and portable stove with you while you go on shorter "build-up" hikes. This will help you get used to carrying the additional weight.
And more info. pls link:http://www.ehow.com/how_2188947_prepare-long-hike.html
Good luck and enjoy hiking.