Balance in the Outdoors

Shawninthewild

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4 - I love to walk and take in the sights so a small section of the park could easily take 2-3 days. First visits are the tourist elements but I keep an eye out for the lesser known - if they look awesome then it's a return trip #Parkchat

naturetechfam

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute #parkchat A4 we have small kids so we learn a lot from trial and error. But for now we are happy with keeping it simple and fun. We know as they get bigger we can adventure further! 😍

WildWithinHer

A4. I tend to be more conservative--I know what I like and stick to it. Mr. Adventure encourages me to stretch a bit, and I usually enjoy it. No disasters so far, knock wood. #ParkChat

KerriAnnHale

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4: I just try and get out there and do it. #ParkChat

Bernardine

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4 The trails in our parks are usually well rated for difficulty which doesn't mean I always grasp my current conditioning and haven't pushed it too far. #ParkChat

bushwhackingfoo

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4: I spend most of my time in the lowlands of the #Adirondacks, so I pretty much know that almost everything is within my ability. That is, as long as I keep my old body in decent shape. #ParkChat

louisbink

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute a4 - After returning from a summit hike @MtStHelensNVM - two days of "shake-leg" I had to recover from was learning the hard way. 😭😂 #ParkChat

InnerCompass

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4) After my ankle injury I've had to slow way down and learn that experiencing a park doesn't mean that you have to be miles from a road. I've learned to enjoy more scenic drives and short, flat hikes. #parkchat

RCGibby73

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4: Know your surroundings and conditions along with your own health. The later bit me the hard way last summer when I had to bail on a hike after one night. But we still did 15 miles out and back! #ParkChat

kermode

A4 #ParkChat Solid research in advance does wonders. When I ended up with blisters that nixed hiking and backcountry camping plans for Glacier NP, I knew enough about the park to make the most of the trip. And I still get to go back.

coasthikergirl

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4 #parkchat I guess I’ve been pretty lucky. I did get stuck unprepared in some late-season snow on a trail while visiting Banff NP. It was my first ever overnight hike in the Rockies

tthrash

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4. Add it all up: T\the driving time, the time for the hike, bear in mind what you did the day before, what you want to do tomorrow, and be reasonable. Lots of park time coming on my July road trip. Won't go nuts hiking every day of it. #parkchat

t_jh2009

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4) That's where my mobility issues come in handy, the choices of things to do is a lot less than it is for most people. #ParkChat

beckyjlomax

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4 I like to be sure to include some experience that pushes the envelope for me when visiting national parks. But then tack on some easier hikes, too. #ParkChat

billbrokob

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4: Oh Pshaw! If you are not in over your head you are wading! #ParkChat Insert warning label and disclaimer here

unconpeace

A4 Apparently, taking on 4 Catskill peaks in one day was too much. Anything less than that I can do #ParkChat

Stars252525

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4 I always ask myself a ? or two. Am I close enough to electricity for my asthma nebulizer in case of emergency? Is this trail too hard? #ParkChat

OutdoorAdv360

A4: I try to review the trails online to see what elevetaion they begin at and gain/change of elevation, distance versus its trail difficulty. I am not afraid to go hard, high and long. My kids and wife have limits. #ParkChat

Todd_the_Hiker

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute @Shawninthewild A4. To most people our idea of a fun vacation...backpacking 42 miles across @PicturedRocksNL...is extreme, but if you know your limits, plan accordingly, and prepare properly you'll be fine! #ParkChat

akkingon

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute @Shawninthewild A4: Know your limits: Be flexible and open to different options. #ParkChat

TheDetourEffect

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute @Shawninthewild A4 #ParkChat If overall it feels like it would just be more anxiety-producing than fun, I don’t do it. Like I know all levels of hikers do Angels Landing but I really have no desire, I’d prob give myself a panic attack on that chain part 😬

Backpackjohn1

RT @akkingon: @Wild_Tribute @Shawninthewild A4: Know your limits: Be flexible and open to different options. #ParkChat https://t.co/1nKoBE6…

JohnMDouglass1

RT @beckyjlomax: @Wild_Tribute A4 I like to be sure to include some experience that pushes the envelope for me when visiting national parks…

EverybodysNPs

replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A4: we pushed our kids @YosemiteNPS. They did their first strenuous long hike up Mist Trail to Nevada Falls and down John Muir Trail. So proud of them, but it was tough. And we got to see @beckyjlomax at the top! We skipped mountain climbing course though. Next time. #ParkChat