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Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Preparing for a local, weekend hike on a budget

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Whether getting away for a day or a long weekend, look no further than your own back yard. Within fifty miles of any city or town, there are trails and little wildernesses to hike and enjoy. If you prefer shorter hikes or are just getting into or back into hiking, local trails provide an economical trip that require very little expense or equipment. Those with more hiking experience and a larger budget may wish to travel a few more miles, but the trip is worth the fare. For any hike, stick with the basics: good hiking shoes, plenty of water, insect repellent, small first aid kit, cushioned...

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