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Is there a consensus on why man-eating big cats persist in hunting humans as prey, and if so, what is the consensus and the evidence that backs it up?
I am reading "The Lions of Tsavo" by Bruce Patterson (Echo Point Books and Media, 2004). (No relation of the Col. Patterson who killed the man-eating lions of Tsavo in 1898, and who was ...
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What European mushroom is this?
I found a mushroom in my local forest in Transylvania, I picked it, and I brought it home. I excluded the most dangerous species and then I ate it, even though I don't know what it was exactly. A week ...
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What are the best ways to plan a trekking tour in the Himalayas for beginners? [closed]
I’m planning to offer trekking tours in the Himalayas and would like to ensure that my upcoming tours are well-planned, especially for beginners. As someone who wants to introduce new trekkers to the ...
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Grackle folding leaves
Becoming quite fond of the Grackles. They are obviously intelligent, brave and cheeky. Was watching one today sitting on branch not far from window. In it's beak a quite large leaf from different tree....
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Multiday hike in UK with children
I very much enjoy mountain hut treks, and since I've had children I've enjoyed doing them as a family. Over the past few years we've done this only in Austria, especially in the Rax region. I'm ...
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Please help identify this animal faeces found in Corse (France)
The faeces were found in Corse, near Elbalonga, at about 200 m above sea level.
The size is a bit less than 10 cm (maybe 7/8 cm).
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How does bushwhacking work?
I wanted to get into completely off route hiking. Basically just look at a mountain and go in its general direction, which I believe is basically what bushwhacking is. What kind of gear do I need for ...
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How to determine what bait fish are in your body of water?
Many of the YouTube videos that I watch discuss matching your lure to the bait fish in your local body of water (blue gill, Shad, minnows, etc). My question is how do you know what is in your water? ...
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Make winter tent wood stove fire last all night?
Background:
I have a 9-ft x 12-ft Trek canvas wall tent. I’ve built a wood base/deck & frame around the tent with a steel roof. And I’ve installed a wood stove with the pipe exiting through the ...
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How to determine how much weight a trotline needs?
I've been looking into setting up a trotline this season, and I'm wondering how much weight I need to anchor it.
The line I have put together is about a hundred meters long heavier than water main ...
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Best overlanding navigation app that remains fully functional with no Internet connectivity?
I've tried Gaia GPS. While it allows you to download maps and (partially) use them without Internet connectivity, Search does not function at all. Imagine you're in the middle of nowhere and you're ...
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How do cooler box manufacturers calculate product capacity?
My freezer is playing up so I am in the market for a cooler box (or several) to store its contents while I try to repair it. I have discovered that there is a huge variance between the volumes quoted ...
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Which kick is most optimal to go as far as possible underwater while holding my breath with bi-fins?
Assume I want to go as far as possible underwater while holding my breath with bi-fins. Which kick is most optimal, assuming proper technique? Dolphin, flutter or something else?
I'm aware of {1} but ...
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What is known about how the National Park Service plans to cope with projected large cuts in Park personnel? Or is the planning just beginning?
My husband and I backpacked extensively in the back-country of several western National Parks and wilderness areas for nearly 50 years, particularly Yosemite, King's Canyon and Rocky. That era of my ...
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In what temperatures do you find using down bag with 300 g fill good enough? What about 200g down fill?
I find that temperature ratings for sleeping bags are often unreliable based on my experience. I do not trust manufacturers’ claims. It probably depends on the quality of the product and they are not ...
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Seeking Back-Country Skiing Route Advice in Skellefteå & Kittelfjäll (With Dog!)
I’m visiting friends in Skellefteå, Sweden, in the next two weeks and would love to explore the surrounding back-country skiing terrain with my husky. We’re seasoned alpine adventurers—we ski ...
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Searching arguments for naturism helping disabled people. Have some countries or institutes established this?
Is there any objectively measured evidence that naturism is of benefit to disabled people, and if so, what is it about naturism that provides the observed benefits? Does it perhaps have something to ...
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Beach lifeguard, is it a role that if you take it, it occupies most of your professional time, or is taken often only seasonally?
It's a clever choice for teenagers or young adults to start some Surface water rescue learning if they have the ability to do so.
Some of them make that choice aside of their school career (in France, ...
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Does mud stick less to trail running shoes?
I am training for a long cross-country run, which starts and ends on tarmac, but goes on rough paths in the middle. I ran some of it today in road shoes, and they got caked in clay-like mud - not just ...
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Criteria/heuristics to buy waterproof trail sneakers?
Mostly I am looking for trail type shoes that I want to be reasonably waterproof. My actual usage is lots of walking in the city, some running. Lots of rain. And using them, rather than boots, for ...
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In UIAA rope testing, how do the values of dynamic elongation and impact force change between the first and last survived test fall?
My understanding is that impact force in the UIAA dynamic rope test is measured on the first drop which gives the lowest value within the test series e.g., 8kN. Impact force increases thereafter in ...
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Are there backpack models that have durable zippers?
With every backpack I own I always run into the problem that zippers stop working after 1-2y of daily use. The fault is that a tooth has become distorted and won't run into the zipper.
Is there any ...
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Foraging - propagating and replanting wild plants in situ to increase harvesting opportunities
Not sure if this is really a Great Outdoors question, but couldn't find a better Stack site for it, so apologies in advance if it's off topic...
There's a public park near where I live which until ...
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How to make a hinge where pulk poles cross? [closed]
I have a sled that I want to use to make a pulk -- for snowshoeing on a 5km hilly logging road in 2-ft deep fluffy snow.
ERA Pro Expedition Heavy Duty Multi-Functional Snow Sled, Orange, 60-in
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What makes snow too deep to drive in, even with great traction on rear wheels of truck? [closed]
2010 Silverado 1500 4wd; no lift kit; new snow tires; 225kg of sand bags at rear of bed
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I’m considering driving my truck near Bon Echo Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada on a 5km logging ...
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How can I start foraging in a 1000 acre pristine forest near Jordanville, upstate New York, USA?
I've looked and found a good beginner's start in What are the best resources for learning about foraging? about confidently identifying some edible plants, and a search for foraging on this forum ...
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Is there any geographic resource that lists all the alpine peaks in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, etc.?
Do you know of any geography books or any other resources that would list all the peaks considered part of the Alps in the European countries, or were they simply never listed? 😊
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Layering Advice for a -30°C Expedition at 77° Latitude
I’m preparing for a 5-day cross-country ski expedition in April near 77° latitude. We will be pulling sleds and material, skiing about 4 hours per day, sleeping in tents, and facing temperatures ...
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Can MAP-Pro gas be used in a propane camp stove?
If all I have on me at a backwoods work/camp site is MAP-Pro torch gas, would it cause any problems if I used it in a propane camp stove?
Bernzomatic MAP-Pro Hand Torch Cylinder, 400-g
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How bad is it if otherwise thick enough ice cracks while augering?
On a short ice fishing trip during the weekend, I had a crack form in the ice when I was trying to auger a fishing hole. I know the crack went all the way through because I could see a bit of water ...
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How to find accurate outdoor thermometer
I went to buy a thermometer from a local hardware store in Ontario, Canada, but noticed the readings were inconsistent between the same model of thermometers.
The brand for both styles is Accu Temp.
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What are the upsides and downsides of swimming fins with clip-on vs. swimming fins without clip-on?
I sometimes use fins in swimming pools, rivers, seas and oceans. What are the upsides and downsides of swimming fins with clip-on vs. swimming fins without clip-on?
Example of swimming fins with clip-...
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Does my body need to re-acclimate after +/- two days at lower altitude?
I am heading to Peru and will do a 17 day trip with a friend. From day 10 to day 14 we are in Cusco - so at an altitude of 3399 meters. Sometimes we will even go up higher, to a maximum of 5000 meters ...
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How to swim while carrying fins (i.e., when the fins aren't positioned on my feet)?
When swimming long distances, I sometimes want to remove my fins for a few minutes to rest my ankles to prevent tendon injuries, while continuing to swim. However, in some places, e.g. an ocean, I ...
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Is feeding bread to seagulls bad for them?
I have seagulls who visit my house every day. I have been giving them seeded bread, because they don't seem interested in nuts or other foods. I don't want to harm them, is seeded bread an acceptable ...
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Looking for specific travel training gear (finger strength for climbing)
I am looking for specific portable finger training equipment for climbing and am not sure if this exists or is something that I should make myself. The general idea is a portable hangboard, but ...
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Self-lighting propane torch in cold weather
I’m looking for easy ways to light camp fires (car camping) in cold weather down to -30 deg C.
Matches seem to work well, pocket lighters only work if warmed up in hands or in a pocket: Minimum ...
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Minimum temperature for pocket lighters
I recently tried to use several new Ronson and Bic pocket lighters when camping in -10 deg C weather. The lighters failed to light.
I've heard that the lighters need to be warmed, such as in one's ...
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Improve traction on icy path to campsite
I have a campsite on crown (public) land in Eastern Ontario that I use for winter camping. There is a 100ft path on a slope from the logging road down to the campsite. The snow on top of the pine ...
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How can I know how polluted a river is?
I'd like to swim in a river. How can I know how much pollution there is in that river that could endanger a swimmer?
I'm interested in solutions both before accessing the river (e.g., a pollution map),...
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Crimping with long fingers
Posting here for the first time. I am seeking some advice regarding finger strength training and crimping, in general.
I have resumed climbing after a long break of six years. It has been about six ...
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What should I be aware of concerning wild boars as a tourist in Spain during mating season?
In less than 2 weeks, I'm going on my yearly vacation to Spain that I mentioned in other questions on Travel Stack Exchange. Today, one of my relatives who is already there shared a picture of him and ...
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Can you dry clothes by freezing them?
In freezing conditions, if you somehow get your clothing soaking wet, would you be able to dry them by wringing them out, letting them freeze, then shaking/hitting off the frozen water?
I was thinking ...
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How to identify unsafe trees for climbing stand?
I am new to hunting (in my 40s) and have been out half a dozen times or so this year. I should note that after trying for years to find a mentor that I could learn from, I gave up and started ...
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Mount phone to film through windshield [closed]
I occasionally film backcountry drives to share with family members who aren’t mobile.
In the past, I’ve cobbled together a mount for my phone below the rear view mirror using supplies on hand. But ...
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Tire traction straps are difficult to remove
I recently used Tire Traction Grabbers (Trac Grabbers) to climb a muddy, bedrock hill using my 2010 Silverado 1500 4wd.
https://www.tracgrabber.com/
The Traction Grabbers worked great for adding ...
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Why aren't coyotes hunted for meat?
I've heard that coyotes can be shot any time of year in Eastern Ontario because they are a nuisance animal, but coyotes aren't often hunted for meat.
Why aren't coyotes hunted for meat?
Resemble dogs;...
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Hunting geese "by hand"?
This may be a totally daft idea, but I'd like to hunt Canada geese by capturing them by hand, and then slaughtering them. Any experienced hunters have any thoughts on the practical possibility of this?...
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Are there established methods to describe moves on an indoor, top rope route?
Are there any (standard) ways to describe a sequence of moves on an indoor, top rope route? The simplest one would be to number all holds and list a sequence of moves, e.g.
LF1 (left foot on hold #1)
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If I put worms that aren't moving back into the fridge, will the continue to move/come back alive?
When I was fishing, I was using night crawlers and red worms. The red worms worked pretty well, but after a while the worms stopped moving. I was pretty sure they were dead but I wasn't 100% sure. I ...
