Backpackers planning a visit to Yosemite National Park in California over the coming months could first buy
worldwide travel insurance.
Examiner.com reports that backpackers should make sure they are well prepared for the more challenging of the 800 different trails available in the world famous park and should bear in mind that hiking uses up around 500 calories a day.
Food like dried hummus and dried soups are great sources of carbohydrates, while vacuum-packed tofu offers a source of protein and packets of salmon provide fatty acids to help keep the energy up.
Also vital is that plenty of filtered water is packed and backpackers will be able to stay hydrated by sipping regularly, regardless of whether or not they feel particularly thirsty.
In contrast, anything with caffeine in it will fail to quench the thirst and is probably best avoided until travellers get home.
One-way travel insurance can offer protection in the event of a wilderness accident.
Backpackers in US national parks could seek advice about local wildlife as bears can sometimes be attracted to the smell of backpackers' food.
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