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fromwww.thelocal.at
1 week ago

Why hikers with dogs face extra risks near cows in Austria

In a recent hiking incident in Styria, a 44-year-old woman was severely injured after a herd of 30 to 35 cows charged at her when her dog startled them.
Agriculture
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

'Go away!' SoCal hiker captures scary encounter with mountain lion on video

Cortney Rasura encountered a mountain lion on Gridley trail in Los Padres National Forest, capturing the moment in a video where the lion approached her.
Los Angeles
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

SF hikers warned to stay away from edge of cliffs after 3 rescues in 2 weeks: 'Stay on the trail'

It's important to stay on the trail,
San Francisco
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fromFuturism
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Chatbots Are Putting Clueless Hikers in Danger, Search and Rescue Groups Warn

Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 months ago

AI Chatbots Are Putting Clueless Hikers in Danger, Search and Rescue Groups Warn

Relying on AI and apps for outdoor navigation can lead to dangerous situations, as highlighted by two hikers needing rescue in British Columbia.
Skiing
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

25 children among dozens rescued as temperatures soar above 100 on popular Arizona hiking trails

Extreme heat on Arizona Hot Springs trail resulted in multiple rescues due to hikers being unprepared for high temperatures.
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fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

This Popular Italian Town Will Fine You $2,800 for a Banned Fashion Faux Pas

"These are difficult paths, in some cases, similar to mountain paths," Patrizio Scarpellini, director of the Cinque Terre National Park, told CNN Travel. "Essential to have proper shoes!"
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago

8 Life-saving Items Every Hiker Should Have in Their Pack, According to Search and Rescue Experts

Garmin inReach Mini 2 gives you the ability to call for help in an emergency, even if you don't have a cell phone signal.
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