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Posted on January 24, 2018 by Kristy by Kristy

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If you’re gonna find yourself a hiking buddy, find yourself a hiking buddy who loves you in the rain ☔️ and snow ❄️ just as much (or more) as he loves you in the sunshine ☀️. 🐾
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#kristyandpatronus #52hikechallenge #52hikechallenge2019 (48/52) #hikerbabesorg100 #journeyto100 (68/100) #girlswhohike #myhockinghills #ohiostateparks #greatpyrenees #adventuredogs @ospreypacks #dogsthattravel #dogsthathike #mydogismy #rainydaysunshine #halloweenhike #midwestlife #hikingwithdogs

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If I eat this, do you think I’ll power up? 🍄 (Kidding. Never eat random mushrooms.)
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#mistateparks #puremichigan #floraandfauna #michigantrails #fallhiking #exploremichigan #hiking #enchantedforest #mariobros #wildmushrooms #nerdswhohike

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Got in a snowy “fall” hike with all of the essentials. ✔️ High-visibility orange beanie (its a DIY I’ll be posting on the blog soon!), buff, and bandana. ✔️ Layered, moisture wicking tops to prevent me from getting sweaty, and fleece lined hiking pants to keep my legs and butt from getting cold.✔️ Microspikes for traction on slippery surfaces. ✔️ Trekking pokes for balance and assistance, especially on slippery, snowy descents. ✔️ Waterproof hiking boots with @darntoughvermont mountaineering socks to keep my feet warm, dry, and blister free. Then, waterproof gaiters to keep the snow out. ✔️ Backpack with snacks, water, extra layers, first aid, and emergency stuff. ✔️ Maps printed on waterproof paper. ✔️ Can of bear spray easily accessible. ✔️ Friend who will stop hiking to take stupid pictures for my blog and Instagram so I can post this kind of stuff. 📸
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#52hikechallenge #exploremichigan #michiganfall #52hikechallenge2019 (52/52) #hikerbabesorg100 #journeyto100 (72/100) #girlswhohike #takeahikeday #optoutside #hikingsafety #puremichigan #bearsafety #liveyouradventure #snowvember #fallhiking #mynorth #huntingseason #michiganoutdoors #michigantrails

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The perfect ending to a perfect fall day. 🍁
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#puremichigan #mistateparks #fallfilter #michiganview #mittenstate #puremittenpride #m22life #sunset #liveyouradventure #llbeancontest19 #flannel #fall #goldenhour #iphonography #womenwhoexplore #lakemichigan #michiganbeaches #campandhikemichigan #redheads_of_insta

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So far Naga is a VERY enthusiastic hiker! While she’s still very young and not able to do very much mileage yet, she’s pretty fearless and absolutely loves exploring. Her favorite parts of hiking are sniffing along the trails, climbing hills and rocks, getting muddy, and *especially* finding puddles and streams to splash in. She also tries to convince EVERY person who passes by to pet her. 🙄💁🏼‍♀️ Hiking has been a perfect learning opportunity for both Naga and Patronus. In addition to being the perfect way to get a workout in while spending some quality time together, it’s given both dogs so much practice working on commands even while distracted, interacting with other people, and interacting with other dogs. Regular hiking and consistent training has helped build their confidence (and our bond) so much! 🐶
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Oh, Michigan. Never change. 🍃🍁❄️
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#whatseasonisitanyway #puremichigan #fall #november #mittenstate #michiganweather #fallsnow #winterisuponus #whichseasonisit #mercurialweather

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This little pup LOVES water. 🐶
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Aside from taking a moment to admire this handsome guy, who accompanied me on a rainy AF fall hike and smiled THE ENTIRE TIME, lets talk about motivation and morale boosters. ... Whenever we hit this time of year, I see posts all over social media, in magazines, etc. asking people how they stay motivated to hike, run, exercise, etc. during the colder months of the year. HERE ARE A FEW OF MINE: 1) My dog. I know, big shock there, but Patronus and Naga absolutely *love* the cold, so as long as I’m doing an appropriate speed/distance, I always bring Patronus (and/or Naga now) along with me. Seeing a huge dopey grin on his big, drooly, polar bear face always makes me happy, even when it’s cold and gloomy and the last thing I wanted that day was to crawl out from my nice warm heated blanket and interact with the world. 2) Hot food/drinks. On cold days, I find having a hot meal (or at least a hot beverage) after a cold outdoor workout is oddly satisfying and comforting. I love making soups, stews, curry, or roasted sheet pan dinners to eat right after my workout. If you don’t do this, try it! A hot slow cooker dinner so don’t have to do any work for is the perfect thing after a cold weather workout. 3) The right gear. Having the right clothes and equipment (or not having it) can totally make or break a workout. Investing in good socks and shoes, buffs in a few different colors, comfortable moisture wicking clothes that stay put and have pockets, and equipment like spikes or trekking poles made a HUGE difference for me. ... What do you do to stay motivated?
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Take me home... 🎵
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