Winter Hiking Tips from U.S. Army Mountain Warfare Soldiers
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Staff Sgt. Andrea Okrasinski and Staff Sgt. Ema Donlagic are U.S. Army Soldiers and Instructors with the Army Mountain Warfare School in Vermont, specializing in missions with extreme weather and mountainous terrain.  They share their best tips for winter hiking based on their cold weather experiences in Vermont and elsewhere.  We cover: Smart layeringTaking care of your feetHydration And much more!Learn more: Army Mountain Warfare School https://www.moore.army.mil/Infantry/AMWS/ Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills book https://www.mountaineers.org/books/books/mountaineering-the-freedom-of-the-hills-9th-edition-1 Cold Weather Hiking Tips (REI) https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/cold-weather-hiking.html#:~:text=Make%20sure%20your%20clothing%20and,if%20you%27re%20feeling%20chilly. Support the showConnect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast Twitter: @thehikepodcast Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: [email protected]
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