How long does it take for you to hike long distances barefoot?
Q. I have been walking around barefoot for a week or so now and went on my first barefoot hike yesterday. It was about 3.5 miles on rough and rocky terrain. I am hoping to stengthen them so I can hike barefoot for many miles with no pain. How long will this take/what kind of training?
Asked by Everett - Sun Oct 25 23:01:58 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I don't know what country you live in, but it is fairly normal to be barefoot in most part of the world where the temperature stays above 0 C. To be serious about hiking means that you really want to have tough feet, and the only way to get them is to be barefoot all the time. Recently I had to go to a conference/seminar in another country where bare feet are not acceptable. I was there three weeks and that is the longest I have worn shoes in my life. It took me four days to get any kind of hardness back in my feet when I got home, and after a week everything is back to normal again. So I guess it depends on where you are, how often you go barefoot, how often you have to wear footwear, and what sort of conditions you normally walk… [cont.]
Answered by Dr. Kyron MacMannis - Mon Oct 26 10:12:01 2009

How many miles is it to hike to the top of Mount Snowdon? Do I need permission?
Q. I am planning a hike to the top of Mount Snowdon for children in need but am a little unprepared. I need a route, distance and i also need to know if i need to stop anywhere along the way and if so where?
Asked by JT - Thu Oct 15 18:48:23 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. well, if you are going in November, when children in need is going on, I suggest you need to go in a group, as you sound inexperienced(yes - the weather changes quickly!) you need the right gear, and also know where you are going beforehand (there are a few paths up, so do your research) you don't need permission as it's in a national park
Answered by Mystical Mamba - Thu Oct 15 18:55:39 2009

How should I go about planning a hike through the Appalachian Trail?
Q. I want to hike all the way through North Carolina on the Appalachian trail in late spring of 2011. I really have no knowledge about how to even begin planning such an adventure. How long would it take? Do I need any permits? What should I pack? A website would be awesome or maybe some book suggestions? I googled this and I just wasn't finding the information I needed or wanted. Thank you in advance!
Asked by Olivia - Wed Nov 11 00:03:05 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Have you checked with any real outdoor supply company? If you have no basic idea, maybe you ought to start small, like a state park with clearly marked trails. I don't want to hear about some one getting lost and being found at the bottom of a ravine. Here's a link near you:
Answered by Steven D - Wed Nov 11 00:45:07 2009

How much training does it take to be able to hike long distacnes barefoot?
Q. I have been walking around barefoot for a week or so now and went on my first barefoot hike yesterday. It was about 3.5 miles on rough and rocky terrain. I am hoping to stengthen them so I can hike barefoot for many miles with no pain. How long will this take/what kind of training?
Asked by Everett - Sun Oct 25 23:09:18 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I don't know what country you live in, but it is fairly normal to be barefoot in most part of the world where the temperature stays above 0 C. To be serious about hiking means that you really want to have tough feet, and the only way to get them is to be barefoot all the time. Recently I had to go to a conference/seminar in another country where bare feet are not acceptable. I was there three weeks and that is the longest I have worn shoes in my life. It took me four days to get any kind of hardness back in my feet when I got home, and after a week everything is back to normal again. So I guess it depends on where you are, how often you go barefoot, how often you have to wear footwear, and what sort of conditions you normally walk… [cont.]
Answered by Dr. Kyron MacMannis - Mon Oct 26 10:09:48 2009

How much hike can i expect if i jump company?
Q. I have 2.5 years of experience in s/w testing and earning 4 lakh per annum.How much hike can i expect if i jump company?
Asked by Preethi R - Fri Jul 18 15:14:08 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. maybe nothing - sometimes you're paid more where you are at than what another company would be willing to pay you
Answered by Doctor Deth - Fri Jul 18 15:23:55 2008

What percentage of water was used during the hike?
Q. A hiker began a hike with a pint canteen full of water. (One pint equals 16 fluid ounces.) At the end of the hike, 7.0 fluid ounces of water remained. What percent of the water was used during the hike?
Asked by ramattackog - Wed Apr 16 18:07:50 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. ((16-7)/16)x100=56.25%
Answered by sepincol - Wed Apr 16 18:19:41 2008

Where is a good place to hike in Andalucia?
Q. So my Dad and I are meeting up in Madrid and planning on doing some sightseeing in Andalucia. I want to go somewhere where we can hike and see some nature. Where do you suggest?
Asked by hurricane_xgod - Sun Mar 7 22:21:38 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Las Alpujarras
Answered by Tumbit - Mon Mar 8 10:51:11 2010

Where can I find a good hike in Southern Calif?
Q. I am looking for a good, moderately strenuous, scenic hike in the So Cal area for next month. Ideally, I am hoping to find something about 6 miles or so roundtrip with moderate inclines. Any suggestions?
Asked by answergirl - Tue Dec 9 00:14:30 2008 - - 3 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Have you considered taking the area tram in Palm Springs to the higher elevations of the Mount San Jacinto State Park! there are some great camping areas. You will be in a completely different climate zone that what is typical in southern california. And see wild life and geological formations that you would have to drive north a lot of hours to find. There is really so much to do in this area it's hard to fit it all in here! Just google Palm springs hiking and even Joshua tree hiking or Canyoning in southern California. I'm from the north east and when I have the chance to get out that way, I'm almost in heaven. Hopefully one day we will winter in that area.
Answered by Joanie - Tue Dec 9 20:05:41 2008

How to teach a dog to hike a football?
Q. I want to teach my dog how to hike a football (I've seen it on youtube) and wish to know the best way going about teaching it.
Asked by Lindsey - Thu Nov 12 20:09:40 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Simple! Does your dog DIG? If so, positively reinforce this behavior by giving treats when the action is performed. If your dog doesn't dig, then find a way to promote the behavior (bury a dog treat in the ground). Then give positive reinforcement for the action. Make sure to give a command before each action is performed (it can be "hike"). Now, when your dog is performing the digging action (hike) start placing the Football under his paws. When your dog moves the football, give him a treat. Repeat many times a day to instill this behavior in your animal. Dogs learn best from positive reinforcement, so give plenty of treats. Eventually through operant conditioning, your dog will move the football on your command. It just takes time to… [cont.]
Answered by Wine-O - Thu Nov 12 23:48:14 2009

How long does it take to hitch-hike from New York to California?
Q. I'm not planning on doing it, I was just wondering. How long does it take to hitch-hike from New York to California?
Asked by Stitch & Hatter strike again! - Tue Sep 29 20:04:58 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. sorry i cant tell you because hitch hiking is way to dangerous
Answered by melissa - Tue Sep 29 20:09:38 2009

How long will it take me to hike 500 miles around the San Francisco Bay?
Q. I want to Backpack/hike the trail that goes around the entire San Francisco Bay. Does anyone know anything about this trail? Thanks.
Asked by sparkee - Wed Jul 30 19:28:11 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Assuming you can hike about 3 mile per hour (average for an experienced hiker in the hills) and you hike no more than 10 hours a day, it would take about 17 days to go 500 miles. A word of warning if you are talking about the Bay Area Ridge Trail there are many areas that are not complete and you cannot make it all the way around the bay.
Answered by Controlfreak38 - Thu Jul 31 00:21:33 2008

How to soothe muscles after a brutal hike?
Q. My thigh muscles (from my knees to my hips are so sore it hurts to even walk. I went through a brutal uphill/downhill hike. Medically, does it help to try and walk it out slowly or rest as much as possible? Any other suggestions? I don't have a bathtub. It's a standup shower.
Asked by anjlbeing - Sun Nov 8 21:21:06 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

How long does it take to hike from the Greek Theatre to the Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles?
Q. I'm going there on Saturday and hiking from the Greek Theatre, but I have other things to do that day, so I want to make sure it's not like a two hour hike each way or anything.
Asked by John - Thu Nov 9 19:05:18 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. They are pretty much in the same area, It shouldn't take you more than 10 minutes.
Answered by Hi - Thu Nov 9 19:41:43 2006

Where is a good place to find others who want to hike the entire Appalachian Trail?
Q. I am interested in possibly going in 2012 from Georgia. Do you have any advice or a website that I could post an ad? Or do you want to hike the AT? Let me know. Thanks!
Asked by kat12 - Wed Sep 23 00:00:04 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I'd suggest talking to friends about it, maybe you could get them excited about doing that too. If that's not the case, I'd try and find some local outdoor equipment stores, you could post a flier there or ask if there are any upcoming hiking events/trips someone is putting on. It might not be hiking the entire Appalachian trail but it'll likely be something that helps you get involved in the hiking community and meet people who are interested in a similar trip. Also, shorter hikes would help to prepare you for such a long excursion and help you decide if you really do want to do it or not.
Answered by mps568 - Wed Sep 23 00:06:35 2009

What are foods that a person can bring during a summer hike to minimize homeostasis?
Q. Kindly suggest a list of foods that a person can bring during a summer hike in order to minimize the kidney's job of maintaining homeostasis.
Asked by halaa - Mon Mar 2 05:24:46 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Water, sandwiches, fresh fruits, and energy bars.
Answered by unknown - Mon Mar 2 05:50:01 2009

Where is the best place in the San Francisco bay area to hike in spring?
Q. I'd like to find a hike with green hills and lots of wildflowers.
Asked by el repollo rojo - Thu Feb 22 18:15:01 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Golden Gate park is nice, but it's not really hiking. I'd say if you're looking for green hills and lots of wildflowers, you're looking for Marin, just north of the Golden Gate bridge. Rolling hills, plus a great view of the city and the bay if you get lucky with the weather. Be sure to climb Mt. Tamalpias if you have time! Other great places in Marin county are Muir Woods and Point Reyes, closer to the coast.
Answered by Big Sky 23 - Thu Feb 22 19:15:54 2007

What are some cool places to hike on the Hawaiian island of Maui?
Q. I'm going to Maui for a week in late March, and am looking for some pretty places to hike. Any level is good with me!
Asked by Meredith - Sat Mar 6 00:49:27 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Definitely Waihe'e Valley, north of Wailuku. It's really beautiful and lush and has a swinging bridge. In Makena in South Maui there is a conspicuous hill called Pu'u Olai and there is a nice trail going up it I think with guided nature signs as well. This is a very dry area, not lush at all, but still beautiful in its own, dry way. If you are in West Maui, hiking back into Launiupoko Valley makes a really nice, pleasant evening hike. There's a dirt road that leads back into the valley and from the entrance to the valley you can sit under the hale and gaze down at the ocean below. It's really pleasant, and not a place many people go. If you are feeling *really* adventurous: in Lahaina go to the end of Wahikuli Rd and park your car, go… [cont.]
Answered by Robin K - Sat Mar 6 04:53:24 2010

How old should my puppy be when he starts to hike?
Q. i noticed he hiked today and he was born on march 8 08 and everyone else says that he's too young to hike so is he or is it a good time? He also has a big brother that hikes all the time so maybe he is learning? And by hike i mean lift up his leg and go pee.
Asked by Zane's Girl - Sat Jun 28 21:06:29 2008 - - 17 Answers - 0 Comments

A. they will hike when they are ready...some will never hike... it is always better when they do not hike...
Answered by Twinkie Thief - Sat Jun 28 21:09:34 2008

How much in advance do I have to request a permit to hike down the Kaibab Trail to Phantom ranch ?
Q. I would plan to hike in the month of September with a part of 4 (total)
Asked by corgi - Sat Nov 25 16:46:34 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you are planning on staying at Phantom Ranch, you have a couple of options: Cabins or Dorms - There are about a dozen stone cabins and 4 dorm rooms (2 male, 2 female). The cabins are rented as a single unit, while the dorms are rented by the bed (10 beds in each dorm). Cabins and dorms can be reserved up to a year in advance, so there is a good chance they are already booked for next Sept. However, as a poster above mentions, because that is such a long time out, you can sometimes get lucky with cancellations. However, it is Xanterra (a contractor) and NOT the park that runs Phantom Ranch and other lodging at the canyon. While you could try to make reservations in person at Xanterra office at Bright Angel Lodge (not the park HQ),… [cont.]
Answered by sascoaz - Tue Nov 28 01:49:07 2006

How has the recent steep hike in gas prices affected the lives of US citizens ?
Q. How to get out of this price hike problem (Gas prices) ?
Asked by Needstoknow - Fri Aug 15 22:59:09 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. People are still going to the movies. They are still eating out. They are still buying tobacco and lottery tickets. They are still eating junk food. They are still going on vacation. They are still buying blackberries. They are still enrolling children in private schools. They are still flying. I don't see a whole lot of sacrifice. The solution is: reduce the taxes on gas. The govt makes more than the oil companies. Drill where we know there is an abundance of oil. Use efficient alternative fuels when possible. You can't run your car on wind and ethanol has been a complete bust. Build more refineries. This would increase the supply of oil available. Open up the strategic reserves. Oh, and don't forget to tune up your car and… [cont.]
Answered by TAT - Fri Aug 15 23:23:22 2008