Keeping comfortable on the trail Troop 801

Camping

Tips and

Tricks
BSA Troop 801 Brea, California

When hiking with a backpack it is your feet that receive the most abuse. These tips can make your feet and you feel more comfortable on the trail.

SOCKS - It is very helpful to wear two pairs of socks. The first (against your skin) should be a thin polyester sock. Sweat will pass through this sock and your feet stay drier. the second (outer sock) is ideally a wool sock but most any thick sock that will wick the moisture out of your boot should work well. I here TJMax has a good selection of polyester under garments.

TREAT your feet with a spray antiperspirant. This is not the same as deodorant although both combined into one product is fine. Or use powder before putting on your socks. Again keeping your feet dry will add to your personal comfort level.

WALKING STICK - or hiking pole can move weight off of your legs and into your arms. They have many other uses on the trail most of which could never be planed for.

Ten minutes into the hike stop and adjust your socks. Make sure all of the wrinkles are out and the boots are comfortable.

On a down hill trek be sure to have your boot laces snug. This will prevent your toes sliding forward and hitting the boot.