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adiosbasecamp
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Q14. #hikerchat Would you hire a local guide/operator or try to hike on your own? How would you prepare for an emergency?

TETONsports
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replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp A14: Depends on the case. Some instances we have and it was awesome to hear all about the area and h… https://t.co/dMod9zey4p

TheSoCalHiker
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replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp A14:Carry an InReach Explorer. A local guide might be nice depending on the adventure. So far they’v… https://t.co/THRmvLH3HD

bushwhackingfoo

replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp A14. Independent minded as I am, I'd probably go out on my own. Carry a PLB or phone, plus bring the… https://t.co/8KFPa7GQdZ

t_jh2009
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replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp A14) If I was aboard I'd go with a local guide since I wouldn't know all of the laws and regulations of the area. #HikerChat

Mrs_Roadrunner
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replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp a14 i never have, but if in another country i think it would be a wise thing to do #hikerchat

TaigaAdventures
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replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp A14. Sometimes utilizing local companies is a lot less stressful. They always know secret spots as well. #hikerchat

CanadianVoyage
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replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp @TETONsports A14. On our own. For emergencies we always have our @inReachCanada #Explorer #hikerchat

DryGuyHQ
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replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp A14: Depends on where/what! Some guided tours are actually amazing & so worth it #hikerchat

Todd_the_Hiker

replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp #HikerChat A14. Very much depends on the destination.

NakMakFeegle

replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp A14 I prefer to hike on my own, but depending on the locale I might hire a guide if I couldn't speak the language. #hikerchat

billbrokob

replying to @adiosbasecamp @adiosbasecamp A14: Have never had a guide but I can see the value for some folks and some areas #hikerchat