Beginner Hiking Hacks That Cost $0

Simple hiking tips can help you hike smarter not harder. Even if you’re a beginner hiker, it’s really simple to level up your hiking game. These hacks are designed to be quick, easy, and not cost too much. My favorite hack - downloading GPX tracks from AllTrails for free does change from time to time. I’ve noticed recently that on mobile it can be harder to get a GPX file downloaded. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t - and there isn’t much of a rhyme or reason to it. However, on a desktop, this method always works. So if you’re having trouble, try to use a desktop (you can email or airdrop the file to yourself). Support my channel - buy me a backcountry coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/megintheforest I don't accept sponsored gear or trips. I don't hawk courses. And I don't gatekeep information. My mission is to tell my story completely for free. This channel is completely funded by me. ✨ My favorite Gear: OR Astroman Sun Hoodie: https://alnk.to/fSiBG9O Skratch Labs Hydration Electrolyte powder: https://amzn.to/3FIFQZn REI Flash 22 Hiking Pack: https://rei.pxf.io/JKvVaq REI Cork-Grip Hiking Poles: https://rei.pxf.io/POvVZe Freshette Pee Funnel: https://rei.pxf.io/e15EGO Kula Cloth Pee Rag: https://alnk.to/5Q7pLD5 Garmin inReach Mini: https://rei.pxf.io/JKvV0q Gerber Dime Multi-Tool: https://rei.pxf.io/zx5b3r Duece of Spades Toilet Trowel: https://alnk.to/2Qyx6dv Nitecore NU25 400 Lumen Rechargeable Headlamp: https://alnk.to/bEkq8CG SOL emergency bivvy sack: https://rei.pxf.io/7a9Oq3 More incredible gear I love: https://www.amazon.com/shop/megintheforest NOTE: These are affiliate links. Meaning I get a small kickback from every purchase, no matter the purchase, at no additional cost to you. This is a small way you can show support for my channel and it means a lot, so thank you! ✨ Follow me… Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Aforestfox/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@megintheforest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megintheforest/ ✨ Additional Resources ✨ Things I do as a solo female hiker (coming soon, check my channel!): Discover which Colorado hike best suits YOUR personality: https://bit.ly/3UXksD1 #hiking #hikingtips #hikinghacks #hikingtricks #hikinglife #hikerlife #hike #hikinglife ✨Time stamps: 00:00 - intro 00:20 - Create a repair kit that weighs nearly nothing 00:42 - How to fold your jackets for more room in your bag 00:58 - Treat yourself with this simple trick 01:21 - These two items MUST be in your first aid kit 01:41 - Carry climber’s tape 02:14 - AllTrails for free?