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DESTINATIONS

GORP's
Travel Know-How

Sure, you've backpacked Nepal and trekked the Inca Trail. But your compass skills need some brushing up and you don't quite remember if you run or stand still when you see a bear.

That's where we come in. From beating jet lag to tracking wildlife, here are the essential skills you'll need when globetrotting. Use our Traveler's Tool Kit or choose from below.

Here's how to:
* Travel by Rail
* Pack for Any Adventure
* Beat Jet Lag
* Stop Sickness
* Read the Weather
* Hike Anything
* Read A Compass
* Choose a Canoe
* Select a Paddle
* Patch a Kayak
* Track Wildlife
* Fix a Flat Tire
* Avoid Grizzlies
* Survive Danger
* Find Wildlife
* Stop Heat Stroke
* Choose a Stove
* Use That GPS
* Stay Found
* Treat Water
* Treat Minor Injuries
* Keep Bugs Away
* Stay Dry




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