Bushwhacking: Go Up The Creek

Trouble crossing the trail? Try the creek.

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Bushwhacking: When you can’t find a way through the brush, try walking in the middle of a stream. Even thigh-deep water, if it’s not too fast, can make for easier hiking than its neighboring jungle. Watch out for waterfalls and tight canyons that don’t have a safe exit.

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