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Getting the Best GPS Trackers and More, Tips to Help You Be a Better Hiker

November 29, 2018 by Theo Leave a Comment

If you love to hike then you are certainly not alone, each year there are literally thousands of us who hit trails across the country exploring the fine nature of this beautiful nation of ours for their health and fitness. Every hiker is different, some like to go away for days on end, others prefer to head out for no more than half a day, one thing that we do have in common however is our love for getting our backpack on and hitting a trail. To help you become a better hiker, here are some tips for you which you may wish to incorporate on your next hike.

GPS Trackers

There seems to be a worrying trend amongst many younger hikers of taking their smartphone with them to use as a GPS device whilst they are on the trail. The big problem with this however is that smartphones are designed to do far greater things than simply act as a GPS tracker, which means that the battery can easily die, and signal will most certainly be lost. This is why some of the best GPS trackers have a function called SOS, which will send a message to one of your contacts should something go wrong.

Cook Books

Is your cooking pretty lame when you are on the trail? Do you generally eat whatever you can carry? If so then you should check out one of the wide range of wild camping and hiking cook books which you can find, that will help to take your cooking to the next level. A happy stomach makes for a happy heart, so why not learn a little and put a smile on your face during those cold nights under the stars!

Investing

There is a time to be frugal and there is a time to spend money and when it comes to camping gear and equipment, this is a time when you should be spending money. In most cases you really do get what you pay for so if you aren’t sure about whether or not you should spend that extra $100 on boots, the answer is likely to be a resounding yes. Getting the best equipment simply makes your life easier when you are on the trail, and you will be grateful that you did.

Challenging

Something which many people do is to find a trail that they like and then stick to it, if you are one of these people then it is time to change your ways. There is nothing wrong with hiking the same route more than once but don’t make it your only trail, make sure that you add some variety and mix up which trails you take. The idea of hiking is about exploration and discovery, so be sure to go on routes which you have no idea about, this will put the thrill back into this hobby for you.

 

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6 Lifestyle Tips

November 16, 2018 by Theo Leave a Comment

If you’re looking for fun lifestyle tips which you’ll be able to use on a daily basis, continue reading to discover a wide variety of lifestyle tips which make your life a lot easier.

6 Lifestyle tips:

1. Consider sleeping in your workout gear

If you find it challenging to work out in the mornings, you’ll be far more motivated to work out in the mornings, if you start sleeping in your workout gear. Just make sure to pick workout gear that is comfortable to sleep in, such a tank top and loose fitting shorts or soft workout leggings.

2. Keep a bag of workout gear in your car

If you often wish that you had workout gear on hand in order to go for a quick run after work or to go for a walk with a friend who you often catch up with, it’s well worth pre-packing a bag of workout gear, which you can leave in the back of your car.

Alternatively, you may prefer to just leave a pair of workout socks and sneakers in your car, which you’ll be able to change into if you have an opportunity to be active when you’re out and about.

3. Switch the shoes which you wear on a frequent basis

In order to prevent your feet from developing painful blisters, it’s well worth switching the shoes which you wear on a daily basis. Instead of wearing the same pair of shoes on a daily basis.

If you find that your feet become tired after a long day if you change the shoes which you wearing, you should find that your feet feel refreshed and ready for an evening of more walking.

4. If you have trouble getting to sleep try drinking chamomile tea 30 minutes before you go to sleep

If you find it difficult to get to sleep, you can help your body relax by drinking chamomile tea, 30 minutes before you plan to go to sleep. As chamomile tea contains properties which work like a mild sedative. So if you have an important meeting or exam, it’s well worth drinking chamomile tea the night before. In order to give yourself the highest possible chance of getting a good night’s sleep.

5. Package your leftovers from dinner for your lunch the following day

If you don’t have time to make your lunch in the mornings, you may want to start preparing bigger dinners, so that you can place your leftover food in a container to take to work the next day.

As an added benefit if you take your lunch to work on a daily basis, you’ll save a significant amount of money, compared to eating out for lunch every day.

6. Create an online shopping list to order your groceries online

If you tend to purchase the same groceries on a weekly basis, it’s a great idea to create an online shopping list, which you’ll be able to use on a weekly basis.

So what are you waiting for? Simply choose the tip listed above which excites you the most and get started.

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Home Decor Tips

November 16, 2018 by Theo Leave a Comment

If you enjoy decorating your home and ensuring that your home looks as stylish as it can, it’s well worth continuing reading to discover a few brand new home decor tips, that will help you decorate your home.

Home Decor Tips:

1. Use scented candles to add a touch of glamor to each room

Placing a few scented candles around your home will instantly add a touch of chic style to your home. To really dress up your home, also invest in decorative candle holders, that suit your home’s decor style. Better yet, when you entertain guests you’ll be able to light your candles so that they give off a pleasant fragrance.

2. Place mirrors in rooms which you’d like to appear larger

If you wish that one of your rooms such as a bedroom, office or lounge was a little more spacious, simply hang an oversized rectangle mirror up. Which will create the illusion that your room is a lot larger than it actually is.

3. Place a large decorative rug in the middle of your lounge or dining room

To make your home look as good as a show home, simply purchase a large decorative rug, which you’ll be able to place right in the middle of one of your family’s shared spaces such as your lounge or dining room.

Placing a large rug under your dining table is also a great idea as it will prevent your dining table’s legs from damaging your flooring. In much the same way you can also place large rugs underneath your sofa, in order to protect your lounge’s flooring.

4. Use gold, silver or rose gold accents to add style to your interior decor

When it comes time to purchasing new interior decor pieces, in order to successfully dress up your home, you may want to pick out gold, silver or rose gold pieces which instantly make your home look more glamorous. As examples, you may want to purchase a gold vase to display your flowers in or silver photo frames to hang up on your walls.

5. Hang your kids’ art pieces up in your hallway

Who says that you have to spend hundreds of dollars on artwork commissioned from professional artists in order to be able to great pieces of art in your home. Instead hang up your kids’ or grandkids’ artwork up on your wall, inside professional grade frames.

Better yet, just imagine the look on your kids’ faces when they first notice their artwork displayed on a wall, for everyone to see.

6. Print out your favorite photos in order to display in frames around your home

While in today’s day and age most individuals simply look at their favorite photos on their laptop, smartphone or tablet, it’s well worth taking a bit of time out of your schedule in order to print out a few photos to display around your home.

So if you’re looking to update the look and feel of your home, make sure to incorporate a few of the home decor tips listed above into your design plans for your home!

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World News: Your Latest Update

November 16, 2018 by Theo Leave a Comment

If you’re keen to keep up to date with the latest news stories from around the globe, simply continue reading.

The Latest World News:

1. A German circus wins its court case to keep its chimpanzee Robby

Circus Belly which is a circus which operates in Germany successfully appealed a 2015 court decision which would mean that the circus would have to give up its chimp named Robby. This week a supreme court overruled the decision citing that the 43-year-old chimp would be unlikely to survive in the wild, after being born in a zoo, in captivity and spending most of its life living with humans as part of a circus troupe.

2. Khashoggi’s body was dissolved in acid

Ex Saudi national and journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who made the news when he disappeared inside a Saudi embassy in Turkey and was later found to be murdered by a Saudi death squad was placed in acid by the Saudi death squad members who sought to dispose of his body.

Although the Saudi royal family initially denied any knowledge of Khashoggi’s death, it has since been proven that the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia was well aware of the plans to kill Jamal Khashoggi. Furthermore, the Crown Prince may have actually ordered a hit on Khashoggi, who openly spoke out against the human rights atrocities that are commonplace in Saudi Arabia.

3. Mass shooting in Thousand Oaks, California

13 individuals lost their lives in a horrific mass shooting which took place in a nightclub in Thousand Oaks, California. One of the victims who lost their life was 54-year-old sheriff’s sergeant Ron Helus who arrived on the scene to try and lead as many individuals to safety as possible.

The gunman who walked into a California nightclub was eventually identified as being 28-year-old ex-marine Ian David Long. After shooting as many individuals as possible Long pointed his gun at himself and fired a lethal shot.

4. Sri Lankan President Sirisena attempts to dissolve the Sri Lankan parliament

In an unheralded move, Sri Lanka’s current President Maithripala Sirisena has attempted to dissolve the Sri Lankan parliament in order to illegally fire Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and his cabinet. A move which is likely to be challenged by Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court. However, if Sirisena’s actions are not challenged Sri Lanka will host a general election on the 5th of January in order to elect a new parliament.

Why did Sirisena attempt to get rid of Wickremesinghe, while the two politicians were once political allies, the two have since butted heads over a plan to lease one of Sri Lanka’s ports to India, which happens to be one of its neighbors.

5. Coca-Cola event in England criticized for being held on Remembrance Day

A Coca-Cola event which involves a large Christmas truck visiting the British city of Exeter on Remembrance Day has been critiqued for being in bad taste. As Remembrance Day, is a national holiday which commemorates all the lives which were lost in wars, particularly World War I.

Hopefully, after reading the news stories listed above, you now feel as if you’ve caught up on the latest developments around the world!

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