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I've just been bitten by a rattlesnake; how, exactly, do I "keep calm"?

asked Mar 9, 2017 at 14:31

32 votes

7 answers

12k views

Can I safely camp in deer tick country, and if so, how?

asked Jun 6, 2017 at 4:48

30 votes

5 answers

7k views

What to do if you are above timberline and your descent is cut off by a large forest fire?

asked Aug 9, 2018 at 15:54

29 votes

6 answers

6k views

What are the measurable prerequisites of strength and/or flexiblity for starting to climb in a climbing gym?

asked Jan 29, 2017 at 23:17

27 votes

7 answers

6k views

Meeting an unknown snake on the trail; what is the best thing to do?

asked Dec 3, 2015 at 1:52

25 votes

1 answer

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Is the Park Service continuing its case to re-rename Yosemite Park's historic landmarks?

asked Feb 6, 2017 at 0:53

22 votes

9 answers

8k views

Under what conditions does heating a tent artificially make objective sense?

asked Jun 26, 2018 at 16:35

22 votes

3 answers

3k views

What are the first signs that you are headed for heat exhaustion, and what should you do?

asked Jul 23, 2021 at 22:49

22 votes

2 answers

4k views

If one falls through the ice while ice fishing alone, how might one get out?

asked Mar 16, 2023 at 21:06

21 votes

4 answers

5k views

What to do when a moose blocks the trail?

asked Jun 30, 2016 at 17:58

20 votes

2 answers

4k views

Why is it tiring to "keep down" with a slower person on a walk or hike?

asked Mar 31, 2016 at 22:49

19 votes

4 answers

1k views

What is the ecological justification (if any) for bird feeders?

asked Jul 16, 2017 at 0:10

18 votes

5 answers

6k views

How do locals (short of drilling) determine that lake ice is safe for skating, ice fishing, snowmobiling, skiing?

asked May 1, 2016 at 23:56

16 votes

4 answers

7k views

Can I use a trail camera to identify a roadside litterer?

asked Sep 6, 2018 at 17:00

15 votes

3 answers

5k views

Under what circumstances, if any, can thunder by itself cause damage?

asked Aug 6, 2022 at 14:50

15 votes

3 answers

1k views

What are the most frequent crimes perpetrated by people against people in the Great Outdoors?

asked Dec 5, 2015 at 3:16

15 votes

1 answer

744 views

How much experience is needed with llamas to hike with a llama, on one's own?

asked Jul 31, 2015 at 22:04

14 votes

3 answers

2k views

What are the pros and cons of a digital altimeter over an analog altimeter for backpacking?

asked Sep 19, 2015 at 21:07

14 votes

4 answers

4k views

Is there a mesh mini-tent on the market that covers head, shoulders and arms, allowing you read comfortably in buggy terrain?

asked Oct 26, 2015 at 9:05

14 votes

2 answers

5k views

How do you pitch a tarp so that you will not get wet in a heavy rain?

asked Mar 18, 2016 at 18:31

14 votes

2 answers

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Seeking advice on getting a wild bird out an open window or door, alone, with no help. (Location, Virginia)

asked Mar 13, 2024 at 20:20

13 votes

2 answers

2k views

When is it unethical to dismantle a fire-ring?

asked Aug 9, 2015 at 15:27

12 votes

5 answers

520 views

Where can we go backpacking out West under 8,500 feet that has much of the feel of much higher altitudes

asked Jul 25, 2015 at 18:33

12 votes

3 answers

1k views

Should one store a tent loose for prolonged periods between uses to maximize its lifetime?

asked Apr 20, 2017 at 4:30

12 votes

2 answers

6k views

How long should a down sleeping bag last?

asked Feb 4, 2017 at 1:59

12 votes

2 answers

18k views

What is the difference between a cascade and a waterfall?

asked Nov 19, 2016 at 5:05

11 votes

1 answer

17k views

What determines whether the young of a cat is called a kitten or a cub?

asked Apr 28, 2018 at 1:54

11 votes

3 answers

1k views

Proper food storage against black bears on a LONG (e.g., 14 days) trip, partly in black bear country? (enough bear canisters not practical)

asked Oct 15, 2015 at 20:45

11 votes

2 answers

695 views

Acclimitization: Would 20 min at an "oxygen bar" deliver more than an ephermal boost to a healthy person?

asked Oct 16, 2015 at 19:31

11 votes

2 answers

1k views

A snake glides over a very rough, hard surface with no signs of discomfort...how?

asked Mar 12, 2016 at 5:53

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I've just been bitten by a rattlesnake; how, exactly, do I "keep calm"?

Can I safely camp in deer tick country, and if so, how?

What to do if you are above timberline and your descent is cut off by a large forest fire?

What are the measurable prerequisites of strength and/or flexiblity for starting to climb in a climbing gym?

Meeting an unknown snake on the trail; what is the best thing to do?

Is the Park Service continuing its case to re-rename Yosemite Park's historic landmarks?

Under what conditions does heating a tent artificially make objective sense?

What are the first signs that you are headed for heat exhaustion, and what should you do?

If one falls through the ice while ice fishing alone, how might one get out?

What to do when a moose blocks the trail?

Why is it tiring to "keep down" with a slower person on a walk or hike?

What is the ecological justification (if any) for bird feeders?

How do locals (short of drilling) determine that lake ice is safe for skating, ice fishing, snowmobiling, skiing?

Can I use a trail camera to identify a roadside litterer?

Under what circumstances, if any, can thunder by itself cause damage?

What are the most frequent crimes perpetrated by people against people in the Great Outdoors?

How much experience is needed with llamas to hike with a llama, on one's own?

What are the pros and cons of a digital altimeter over an analog altimeter for backpacking?

Is there a mesh mini-tent on the market that covers head, shoulders and arms, allowing you read comfortably in buggy terrain?

How do you pitch a tarp so that you will not get wet in a heavy rain?

Seeking advice on getting a wild bird out an open window or door, alone, with no help. (Location, Virginia)

When is it unethical to dismantle a fire-ring?

Where can we go backpacking out West under 8,500 feet that has much of the feel of much higher altitudes

Should one store a tent loose for prolonged periods between uses to maximize its lifetime?

How long should a down sleeping bag last?

What is the difference between a cascade and a waterfall?

What determines whether the young of a cat is called a kitten or a cub?

Proper food storage against black bears on a LONG (e.g., 14 days) trip, partly in black bear country? (enough bear canisters not practical)

Acclimitization: Would 20 min at an "oxygen bar" deliver more than an ephermal boost to a healthy person?

A snake glides over a very rough, hard surface with no signs of discomfort...how?