As explained by the world’s most travelled hiker, Cam Honan:

“A good lie can walk from Baghdad to Constantinople

while the truth is still looking for its sandals.”

~ Arab proverb

• You Sleep Warmer Naked
• You Need Boots to Hike
• Waterproof Gear Is Actually Waterproof (and Breathable)
• Washing Dishes and Bathing in a Water Source Is Okay if You Use Biodegradable Soap
• Never Hike Alone
• Toilet Paper Decomposes Quickly (Same Goes for Fruit)
• Metal Items Attract Lightning
• You Can Suck the Venom Out of a Snakebite
• “I’m Just One Person: The Shortcut Won’t Cause Too Much Damage”
• Climb a Tree when Confronted by a Bear

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10 Hiking and Backpacking Myths You Shouldn’t Believe