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10 Great Ways To Stay Hydrated In Hot Weather Keeping yourself hydrated under hot weather conditions is very important to avoid heat-related illness. Proper hydration becomes even more important when performing strenuous, physical activity in high temperatures. The more your body sweats under such conditions, the more fluid you need to replace. If you ever suffer from dehydration in hot weather, you are subjecting yourself to the following health risks: Heat strokeHeat exhaus...tionHeat crampsHeat rash Here are 10 ways you can stay hydrated in hot weather to avoid heat realted illness: 1. Drink Before You Feel Thirsty Rather than drinking to quench your thirst, it is healthier to continuously replenish fluids, even if you don't feel thirsty at all. 2. Go with Water Instead of Sugary Beverages 3. Keep a Water Bottle with You 4. Use Natural Flavoring in Your Water A little natural flavoring from a slice of fruit like lemon or strawberries, or some fresh cucumbers is a great way to add a little flavor to your water, without adding as much calories as drinking a soda. 5. Drink Sparkling Water If the carbonation from soda is what makes it so appealing, you can get that same fizzy feeling from a bottle of sparkling water. 6. Avoid Alcoholic Beverages 7. Have a Sports Drink During Vigorous Exercise 8. Drink Cool Fluids 9. Track Your Water Intake It can be very easy to forget to hydrate, especially if you're outdoors and are more focused on the adventure at hand. Try setting an alarm on your watch or phone to help you remember when it is time to hydrate. 10. Eat Your Water Try adding more fruits and vegetables that are high in water content to your meals and snacks on the days you plan on being outside in hot weather conditions. You can even chill or freeze these hydrating fruits and veggies as a frozen treat or a cold snack. Here is a list of healthy, water-filled foods to choose from: Watermelon Oranges Grapefruit Spinach Zucchini Celery Coconuts Radish Cucumber

#wildwednesday #ITWBACKPACKINGADVENTURES #watchwhereyoustep #itstheirhome #getoutthere With the heat comes the reptiles. They are not interested in us as food, and they are not interested in being stepped on. Watch out where you step and both you and the camouflaged critters can be safe on the trails. Come out with us and we will show you nature awareness and an adventure!!

#traveltuesday #ITWBACKPACKINGADVENTURES #getoutthere #basecamplikeaboss We offer all kinds of hiking and backpacking packages to get you outdoors. Check us out and let us guide you to the backcountry! Explore nature with us! Happy trails!

Great day hike with rock climbing sites and fantastic views of New Melones Lake

#wildwednesday #ITWbackpackingadventures #beautifulbugs #getoutthere Spring has sprung!! With all the flowers everywhere the butterflies have plenty of food to flit around to and from. Come see what the rains have left behind. meadows full of beautiful blossoms.

#traveltuesday #ITWbackpackingadventures #getoutthere #lifesabeach Sunsets on a beach are amazing. There are so many trails to explore and wonderful sights to see. Come have an adventure because life's full of sunsets on a beach.