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Hi, I'm Samantha Panzera. I love taking off on adventures, traveling, and spending lots of time in the mountains. I especially love hiking, backpacking, snowboarding, and rock climbing. I started Adventure Hike Travel to help others get outside into our beautiful world. I aim to inspire, empower, and equip others to start going on their own adventures.

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15 Stocking Stuffers for Hikers Any hikers you need to find Christmas gifts for this year? A lot of hiking gear is pretty expensive but right here I have rounded up a list of 15 stocking stuffer ideas that are completely affordable and the hiker in your life would absolutely love.

15 Stocking Stuffers for Hikers

By Samantha Panzera | December 8, 2017

Any hikers you need to find Christmas gifts for this year? A lot of hiking gear is pretty expensive but right here I have rounded up a list of 15 stocking stuffer ideas that are completely affordable and the hiker in your life would absolutely love.  1. Any hiker or backpacker would love getting a Life Straw for Christmas. This is a cheap stocking stuffer that could save their life on the trail by filtering out parasites and 99.9999% of bacteria out of the water.  LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness, 1 Pack, Blue LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness Award-winning LifeStraw water filter is a must-carry tool for hiking, camping, travel, and emergencies; no disaster kit is complete without it Filters up to 1000 liters of contaminated water without iodine, chlorine, or other chemicals; does not require batteries and has no moving parts Removes minimum 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria, 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites, and filters to 0.2 microns; surpasses EPA filter standards An alternative to iodine tablets and bulky purifiers, it weighs 2oz for ultralight portability, and has a high flow rate for drinking from the source Comes in a sealed bag, perfect for storing in a bugout bag or other prepper gear supply kit; measures 9 x 1 x 1 inches Shop Now 2. Another great Christmas stocking stuffer for hikers is this Stormproof Match Kit with a waterproof case.  UCO Stormproof Match Kit with Waterproof Case, 25 Stormproof Matches and 3 Strikers – Orange UCO Stormproof Match Kit with Waterproof Case, 25 Stormproof Matches and 3 Strikers Includes 25 windproof and waterproof matches, 3 strikers and match case that can hold up to 40 matches Matches are easy to light, will burn up to 15 seconds each and will relight after being submerged in water Waterproof, durable ABS plastic case floats and keeps contents dry and protected; external, integrated, and replaceable striker for easy lighting Extended length of match allows for added safety to keep from burning fingertips Length of matches: 2.75 inches (7 cm); Kit weight: 1.7 oz. (48 g) Shop Now 3. All hikers and backpackers know you can never have enough rope. Rope can be incredibly useful in survival situations or just making repairs to gear, tying up your food in a tree to keep the bears away from your camp, and much more. This is a fun fashionable way they can bring along more rope on their hiking adventures.  A2S Protection Paracord Bracelet K2-Peak – Survival Bracelets with Embedded Compass Whistle EDC Hiking Gear- Camping Gear Survival Gear Emergency Kit Black/Red 8.5″ A2S Paracord Bracelet K2-Peak – Survival Gear Kit with Embedded Compass, Fire Starter, Emergency Knife & Whistle – Pack of 2 – Slim Buckle Design 5-IN-1 SURVIVAL TOOL: High-Quality Compass. Flint Fire Starter. Fire Scrapper, use it also as Emergency Knife. Emergency Whistle creates noise levels of up to 100db. Comes with a useful leaflet with instructions, survival tips & ideas. SIZES THAT…

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Narada Falls (Paradise / Mt. Rainier Hikes) Narada Falls should be a priority stop on your way to see Mount Rainier. This stunning horsetail waterfall is only a 0.1 mile walk downhill to the viewpoint and 0.2 mile total round trip. Just an easy 5-10 minute trek for one incredible view.

Narada Falls (Paradise Mt. Rainier Hikes)

By Samantha Panzera | November 29, 2017

Narada Falls
(Paradise / Mt. Rainier Hikes) Narada Falls should be a priority stop on your way to see Mount Rainier. This stunning horsetail waterfall is only a 0.1 mile walk downhill to the viewpoint and 0.2 mile total round trip. Just an easy 5-10 minute trek for one incredible view.

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Myrtle Falls & Edith Creek Mount Rainier National Park

Myrtle Falls & Edith Creek – Paradise Mt. Rainier

By Samantha Panzera | November 10, 2017

If this is your first time visiting Paradise at Mount Rainier, make sure you don’t miss Myrtle Falls and Edith Creek. This stunning waterfall and mountain creek is just an easy 0.4 mile paved trail from the Paradise Inn parking lot. Even if you have been to Mount Rainier dozens of times, this is a sight you can see over and over again yet still be awed and amazed each and every time.

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Hiking in Washington State: Blanca Lake

Best Hikes in Washington State: Blanca Lake

By Samantha Panzera | November 9, 2017

Best Hikes in Washington State: Blanca Lake   Blanca Lake is one of those pinch me I must be dreaming this is too beautiful to be real lakes. Seeing that otherworldly teal lake when you crest the summit makes every step and switchback of that tough 3300 feet of elevation gain 100% worth it. With its minty green surreal color Blanca Lake is one of the most stunning lakes in the Henry M. Jackson wilderness or possibly even the whole Cascades. The Beginning half of the trail is very tough being almost all switchbacks and gaining almost 3,000 feet in less than 3 miles. The beginning is a beautiful forest with many large trees and lots of wildlife. Once you finally get to the top crest of the trail the hike becomes considerably easier. Instead of pain in each step you get to stroll along a beautiful alpine ridge with a gorgeous view of Glacier Peak on a clear sunny day. The two times that I have done this hike you could only partially see Glacier Peak through the clouds. But still very impressive. Depending on the time of year you can take a well-deserved break and munch on some wild huckleberries. There are tons growing up there along the way.   The peaks surrounding Blanca Lake are Monte Cristo, Columbia, and Keyes. The runoff from the Columbia Glacier feeds into Blanca Lake through a waterfall that can be seen in the picture above. It’s the unsorted clay and rock sediment called glacial till that gives Blanca its unique ethereal minty hue. After the ridge you will begin a downward decent past Virgin Lake. When you first reach this stagnant bog of a lake do not despair, as my friend and I did the first time we went on this hike, thinking that perhaps the pictures on the internet of Blanca were just overly photoshopped beyond recognition. This swampy lake is Not Blanca. Blanca Lake lies beyond Virgin Lake as a kind couple thankfully pointed out to us. Virgin lake is made up entirely from rainfall and melting snow with no river flowing in or out. We heard several frogs croaking as we went by.   You continue past Virgin Lake down about 700 feet for .5 mile over some rough terrain that you have to be extra cautious about tripping over. Then soon enough you will see Blanca Lake in her full teal glory. Victory! You made it! You can take some epic pictures at the viewpoint before continuing down to the shore of the lake. Usually other hikers are also snapping pictures away in this spot and it is easy to ask them to take a pic of you and your group of friends and vice versa. Down at the base of the lake you can just sit in awe of the stunning landscape, eat your lunch, kick back and relax. There is a good sized rock to the right of the lake that is perfect for jumping…

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Easy Backpacking Breakfast Ideas: Trail Pancakes Camping Pancakes Backpacking food

Easy Backpacking Breakfast ideas: Trail Pancakes

By Samantha Panzera | August 21, 2017

Looking for an easy yet delicious breakfast idea for your next upcoming backpacking trip into the great outdoors? Try Trail Pancakes!

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