# @squirrelmusttravel on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CuV4KmWP6e7
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/7889625-squirrelmusttravel-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-07-06T04:05:56.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Evan & Angela Miller / Adventure Travel (@squirrelmusttravel) — https://gondola.cc/squirrelmusttravel

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Read this BEFORE attempting a Bucket List hike ⤵️
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Number 4 may be the most important 😬…
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Experiencing a stunning blue lake is always a good idea — or at least, it is if you’re prepared to get there 🥾👍. 
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BACKSTORY: This week we saw so many folks attempting challenging hikes without a backpack, proper shoes, and no signs of water.. or snacks 🫣. Don’t put yourself in an unsafe situation!
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Before heading out to experience natures wonders, consider this ⤵️
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1️⃣Have you packed plenty of water? 
🔹TIP: A good rule of thumb is to bring 1 liter of water for every 2 hours. 
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2️⃣Map: have you downloaded an off-line navigation tool? 
🔹TIP: alltrails is a free app that allows you to download trail maps on your phone. Even when offline, you’ll appear as a blue dot on the digital trail map. As long as you’re in ‘Navigation’ mode, your phone will even ‘ping’ if take a wrong turn! 
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🔹Download the trail map BEFORE hiking, and losing service. 
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3️⃣ Gear - do you have everything you need? 
🔹Consider Bear spray, hiking poles, proper shoes. 
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4️⃣ Are you physically ready? RESEARCH the hike prior, and know what you’re getting into. The alltrails app provides trail distance, elevation, and average time it takes to complete. Be sure to read recent reviews to learn about the current status of the trail.
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5️⃣ Elevation - will you be higher than your used to? 
🔹TIP: Give yourself time to acclimate, and take walks to feel comfortable at the higher elevation. A good nights sleep and plenty of water is the best way to prepare.
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ALWAYS PACK: 
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🍌 Snacks 
⛑️ Small First Aid kit
🧥Extra layers + rain jacket
🧴Sun protection 🧢 
🦟 Mosquito repellent 
What would you add??
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Hope this helps! The outdoors is truly for everyone, and we can all feel confident getting out there 👍. 
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Follow squirrelmusttravel for outdoor inspo & tips! 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♂️
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📍Delta Lake, Grand Tetons - Rated HARD 
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Thanks to krismariawanders for inspiring today’s post! 
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#getoutdoors #hikingviews #hikingvibes #hikesonhikesonhikes #hikinglove #optoutside #outdoorlover #outdooradventures #hikingtips #outdoortips #grandtetonnationalpark

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outdooradventures, outdoortips, hikingvibes, grandtetonnationalpark, outdoorlover, getoutdoors, hikesonhikesonhikes, optoutside, hikinglove, hikingtips, hikingviews

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