Do women attract bears? No, but they are prey to plenty of similar backcountry medical myths
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Physiological differences between women and men may cause them to have different experiences outdoors, but many misconceptions about women still exist. Menstruation itself does not increase the risk of a bear attack, but the blood from the menstrual flow may attract bears.
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1995
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Backcountry sole savers: when the day is done, kick off your boots and slip into something more comfortable
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Putting on camp shoes after a hard day of hiking can make backpacking more pleasurable. The best camp shoes are lightweight, comfortable and low-impact. Tips on how choose camp shoes for various weather conditions are given, along with details about several major brands.
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1996
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Wild brew: dig up some roots, smash some berries, and treat your palate to fine backcountry tea
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Nature provides a variety of herbal teas below the treeline, include rose hip, sassafras and wintergreen. Tea lovers must choose carefully to avoid endangered species and poisonous herbs. Instructions on making tea from berries and roots are given.
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1992
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