@pepper.steps: the BIGGEST mistake i see even the most experienced hikers make is starting TOO LATE in the day. starting late not only denies you the ability to have bragging rights about finishing a trek before noon (i may or may not be guilty of that, teehee), but it also adds additional risk to your hike for no reason. and just like the early bird gets the worm... the early hiker... gets to enjoy all the benefits of a safe and happy day hike. AND SAFE HIKING IS GOOD HIKING!!! HAPPY STEPPIN!!! (OHHH!! u like my hoodie? Well stay tuned for an announcement on friday at noon pst!) #hikingtips #hiker #fyp #outdooreducation #happysteppin
So you're telling me, if I go out early enough, I might spot Bigfoot?
2026-04-08 19:32:01
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Orange County Photographer 📸 :
Unless you’re chasing a sunset, early morning light is better for photos/video than midday light!
2026-04-08 20:31:34
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kiez :
also, its SO SO SO important to have a flight plan that you tell atleast 2 people. my dad made me watch 127 Hours when I was a kid to show me what horrible stuff can happen if you dont communicate with people in your life. tell atleast 2 people where you will be, who you will be with, when you are leaving, and when you are planning to be back. example "im going to x trail, with Bob, Jim, and Kathy, leaving my house at 6AM, then we plan on being back by 5PM, 6 at the latest. if we are not back by 6, assume something is going wrong." its better to be safe than sorry !!
2026-04-08 20:14:30
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SmooginDoogins :
I will not stand for this blatant erasure of night owls and late risers. If you start late just bring a headlamp, a jacket, and some patience. The sunset is worth it.
2026-04-09 07:33:27
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nicholas.guiot :
Literally just did a short presentation on getting to hikes early
2026-04-08 18:59:29
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Jkamm462 :
I fully agree and am usually at trailhead by 8:30am. But to finish your quote, “the early hiker gets a face full of cobwebs” 😝
2026-05-09 17:52:45
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Kristina :
I personally always carry a headlamp in my day pack. Just in case 😅 I've never had to use it, but it's there. I love early hikes. 🥰 but sometimes, you just get caught off guard. Plan plan plan!💞
2026-04-08 20:03:41
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🌚 Eilish 🌝 :
i hiked the grand canyon on sunday (down to the river) it was 16 miles and we started at 7:00 am, we had good parking and plenty of hike time 😆
2026-04-08 19:58:50
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I_am_only_me :
we always start just before sunrise or we aren't going 🤣
2026-05-20 17:10:59
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Jon 🇨🇦 :
I have a thing called a “possibles bag” which is just a side carry bag that I take with me EVERY time I hike. I’ve got fire starter, a life straw, compass, and 3-4 other things needed for a survival situation. just in case something goes wrong. Always start early. You never know… BUT always be prepared
2026-04-20 05:46:32
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🇲🇪Gandalfs_Lawyer🇲🇪 :
Nothing worse than getting caught in a thunderstorm on the way down the mountain because you started late
2026-04-09 18:54:38
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Tracy Garbacz :
“Be safe and happy stepping” lol I love that phrase. But for real, getting a parking spot is the the biggest reason for me to get up unreasonably early lol
2026-05-05 19:03:08
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$hittyCOrunner :
Start in the dark fho sho! 🥰😂🥰🥰💯💯
2026-05-07 18:52:25
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Danny 🏔️🎸🇺🇸 :
The lion and lioness start at 4am and does not fear the eyes glowing in the dark
2026-04-09 23:41:57
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TriathlonTodd :
I usually prefer sunrise start times for my hikes. Makes for better photos.
2026-04-10 12:24:14
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zyoz1178 :
Oh hell yeah 😎
2026-04-08 22:27:30
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Lunatikhippy :
😂😂😂 Love this video! The wildlife part cracked me up!! ✌️❤️
2026-04-08 19:11:57
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Error :
but i have to wake up
2026-04-08 22:11:21
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idiotyas :
I always wake up late and I tell myself it'll be fine... and I can confirm it has never been once fine 😭
2026-06-01 11:06:36
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buddydoo :
Too cute
2026-04-09 16:50:57
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Sera :
I like to start in the dark before sunrise.
2026-04-08 23:11:07
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Bailorg :
Tell me you're a morning person without saying you're a morning person
2026-04-09 16:57:57
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devlingrace :
the early hikers gets every single cobweb on the trail in the face
2026-04-09 05:39:53
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Deadhead Chemistry :
the early hiker finds cool mushrooms 🍄
2026-04-29 12:42:49
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anddrizzle :
💙💙💙💙
2026-04-08 20:11:37
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