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Summit Steps: It's all in the name!
Hiking - Mountaineering - Trekking - Walking - Bushwalking - Tramping - Climbing - Wandering .... 🤨😶 In the outdoors there are many...
Jeannette McGill
Aug 1, 20192 min read
Summit Steps: Dress like an onion - in layers!
This is what we tell anyone who asks us “what do I wear in the mountains?” The world of clothing is about personal preference and some...
Jeannette McGill
Jul 17, 20192 min read
Summit Steps: Trekking Poles?
It’s best to use both poles if you decide to use them. Use the wrist loops to support your arms and to provide additional leverage
Jeannette McGill
Jun 14, 20192 min read
Summit Steps: What is in your backpack . . . ??
There was an South African TV commercial for a milk powder that had the tagline: “It’s not inside . . . it’s onnnnn top!” When it comes...
Jeannette McGill
Jun 14, 20192 min read
Summit Steps: “I do not pray for a lighter load, but a stronger back” Phillip Brooks
A loaded overnight back pack should not weigh more than about 20 percent of your body weight.
Jeannette McGill
Jun 14, 20195 min read
Summit Steps: Footwear
We are all different, our preferences are different and most definitely: one size does not fit all when it comes to shoes!!
Jeannette McGill
Apr 8, 20194 min read
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