The Benefits Of A Hiking Staff.

Hiking staff is a beneficial piece of gear.
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[@PreppingWithSarge]

Very wise to use a walking stick, especially when you live in an areas with a lot of venomous snakes 🐍

[@user-xs8tn4xe1o]

I like how you always have thoughts and tips about things no one else mentions on these channels. You are unique, practical, and refreshing! Thank you!!

[@ModernRefugee]

Thank you!

[@tamarafehr1983]

100% agree! You are the first one I listen to.

[@RichardT2112]

Been using one for thousands of miles. For tips I suggest BOTH: a copper tip and then a rubber tip overtop. The copper/brass tip adds much needed strength and the rubber adds grip and shock absorption. Of note some rubber tips have a metal washer in the base. Be careful re duo with this type (especially if you have a metal tip) as it can click / clang and after a few hours will drive you nuts 😂 … don’t ask me how I know!

[@phild8095]

I've used a stout staff that I picked up off a beaver dam. Nice clean hardwood, I've pushed aside brush, crammed it into a crevice to help climb, used it to find just how muddy that section of trail is, just leaned on it to catch my breath, tied up a tarp on it. You can't count on finding a good piece of hardwood just anywhere. You have to have it with you most times.

[@KathysTube]

They made a big difference hiking in the mountains...even on flat ground it's almost like having an extra appendage...lol Thanks MR 😎👍

[@TUKByV]

If I capped the tip in metal, I'd still cap it with the rubber cane tip. The metal can protect the wood synergistically with the rubber, and give the tip tread, rather than losing tread.

[@Seamus3051]

Thanks for the useful opinions. I have a bamboo hiking staff, with a 5/8 in rubber cane tip, that I've been using for about 10 years, and it is still going strong. Cane tips can easily be replaced, when needed, and the bamboo weighs almost nothing and is very easy to carry. Gram for gram, bamboo is stronger than steel and weighs very little ... Cheers.

[@lb3464]

I agree with everything you said and covered, every last word. But another use or reason for carrying a heavier wooden walking stick is for a defensive tool. Mine are always made of eastern red cedar. Colorful and solid. Virtually weather proof. Mine not only bring me stability when walking but peace of mind in the event I cross paths with an aggressive animal. Purely defensive. Live and Let Live.

[@tnmantn8938]

I have several…sugar maple, Osage orange, hickory, dogwood, and sour wood…also great for spider webs, moving briars, flipping debris out of the trail…I never go out without one…also excellent to steady my rifle while taking a shot…

[@maryrogers7879]

Nice treasure from your father-in-law.

[@jimssurvival4994]

Yep worth their weight in gold, even if it breaks you fall one time. Especially when we are older. Stay safe

[@SuttonsDaze]

Love my walking stick! It's a must have

[@ModernRefugee]

Definitely!

[@scott-in-dfw3005]

I've had mine for over 30 years. I bought it in West Germany when I was in the Army. It's got quite a few miles (and medallions) on it from the many organized Volkmarches I went on, plus every trek in the Alps throughout Switzerland, Austria, Southern Germany....and every camp out, trail walk and state park explore I've done since. She's propped up next to my fireplace. Invaluable friend and companion.

[@pats9055]

If I were to require a cane for walking, I would turn to my walking stick. Love it! Thanks for sharing your ideas. They are always right on.

[@alanrice39]

I use a wood hiking stick, I really require it, not as agil as I used to be. Agree the stick is a very valuable muti use item . Good defense tool, good to help clear a path from bushes etc

[@richardbastin3647]

Interesting. When I was a young fellow working in the bush the first thing I would do is cut a pole for a hiking stick before I started my day

[@jrrarglblarg9241]

A heavier stick thumping the path gives a bigger signal of your presence in snake country. I have one tipped with a digger tooth. Snakes biting humans is always a result of a failure to communicate: either the snake was surprised and freaked out or the person failed to hear/heed the snake’s warning.

[@nancyhrinda9851]

I have one made of sassafras that I love.

[@Diebulfrog79]

Thanks for the share, Modern Refugee

[@leslieaustin151]

A stick / staff / stave is a great companion. I walk on a tarmac path also frequented by often-inconsiderate cyclists who give no warning of approach and pass by far too closely. Dangerous for an old ‘un like me with hearing loss and prone to waver sideways from time to time! I find my stick - a long piece of stout ash - will force them to give me a little extra room, and make them think of the consequences of tangling their very expensive wheels with my ash pole. Also useful for breaking down the brambles that creep over the path. That’s a lovely thing your F-in-L made for you. Les in UK 🇬🇧

[@ModernRefugee]

Thank you!

[@jenmag0313]

Thanks for sharing these great tips and the benefits for carrying a hiking staff!

[@patriotpreacher43]

A hiking staff is good. They will be more physically fit and so, they should be more productive. But they are always wanting time off....

[@capthappy345]

Good advice 👍

[@D-B-Cooper]

If you put a piece of aluminum pipe that is cut to a point and attached with a screw so it will pivot out about 45 degrees you can use it for a hook to help you climb up or down a steep bank safely, also good for pulling down berry branches for berry picking.

[@ramadaxl]

I have a ''walking staff'' that is 6 ft 6" long...that I made from a 'yard broom handle'. It's also got a rubber tip at the end. I call it a TMPATMADSPAM...that is a 'Tactical' ( becuase its black ) multi purpose, all terrain, mobility assistance device, and short portable antenna mast'. It's literally a multi purpose tool that has attachments for two high power flashlights ( LED ) that can swivel in any direction, it hold's two red flashing lights that I originally got for my bike. It has 50 feet of paracord wrapped round it's handle...which I can use for all sorts of things. I can use it for setting up a bivvi, I can use it for fishing, it could be used as a spear or quarter staff if needed, and I also use it as a 'short portable antenna mast' with a half wave dipole ( roughly 8' 6" on each half ) for use on CB radio In a 'inverted V' configuration. It works well for that !

[@hanksbud2544]

Thank you.

[@McBlamin]

I've got a twisty iron wood hiking staff been using for years. The top two thirds look like it's been varnished, but it's actually just the oils from my hands over the years that's given it a shine.

[@ervinslens]

Lovely work man, so beautifully and professionally elaborated! 👏👏

[@ModernRefugee]

Thank you!

[@stephencarroll8537]

I use a cherry wooden stick for wade fishing or hiking probably 10 yrs now

[@bobbieschke599]

My trekking poles are one piece aluminum cross country ski poles. Cheap at Goodwill........

[@capnjimmy7357]

Ive had good luck with a set of mid grade trekking poles from REI but I've had the slip a couple times and I know the plastic connectors can break after years of work hardening. I need an OG wood walking stick.

[@TennGrizz]

I really like the chest rig , i use that alot myself.

[@mr.zardoz3344]

A proper Shillelagh is all I use. Not quite a proper walking staff, but if heads need ah kracking, use a shillelagh lad.

[@edieboudreau9637]

Prefer walking staff to a cane, too. I see you said you coat yours with tung oil ...any other preservative such as some type of shellac? I have a pretty plain ash one, myself. Use a leather boot lace for the "dangle holder" ( with a paracord "bracelet" for locales where i might drop it. Easily snaps on & off). Amazing how ash just grows with the perfect hand grip! Mines approximately 27 years old now. It has served me well.

[@zanewoodward4822]

I'm 65 I take my Dog for a 30 min Walk almost every Day And never leave without my Stick and Hat ! I made myself and have a rubber stop just like yours.

[@stephen8433]

Very useful.

[@sandsock]

I picked up a pair from black diamond, after a bad lower back injury. Those help a lot stretching out those muscles. I wish they were thicker and stronger, to help with going down steps . I know they knock off 5 minutes to a mile. If I am pushing my pace.

[@joelaichner3025]

I prefer Iron Wood walking sticks , heavy ! But they don’t break ! It’s a weapon

[@washburnbilly]

I've often contemplated getting one for crossing the little rivers while fishing. It can get hairy in the spring with slippery rocks.

[@ModernRefugee]

I have a crossing water video coming up as well.

[@marygallagher3428]

I have a sturdy walking stick I like a lot but it doesn't have a great carving like yours. On the other hand, the tall carved wooden staff I bought at a Ren. Fest about 30 years ago has a wonderful carved top - but it's so "fancy" I never use it because I worry about damaging it. So, sadly, it's just decorative and not practical.

[@johnblack31c]

I am making one out of black walnut for my dad.

[@mikepowers8607]

I've got a black walnut staff I made when I started hiking and the wood looks amazing.

[@MichaelR58]

Good video, thanks for sharing YAH bless brother !

[@thomasbrandon5111]

My nephew made me a nice staff

[@averagejoesmiling456]

Thanks, Modern Refugee.

[@mariespencer8668]

I got one with a old man face at a craft fair but think it may have a wrong twist. I need to try it. In town I use a scrarched up aluminum one because it is light and I already look too old an unorthodox to add a wooden staff to my look. I would like to try a wooden staff on a hike or nature trail..but it must be light enough.

[@sunset6010]

😎

[@subdawg1331]

yes great idea

[@ModernRefugee]

They are good on the ice on the lake too, but that’s another video. Take care my friend.

[@subdawg1331]

@@ModernRefugee yes so true...

[@justusupnorth8262]

Interesting history on staff’s, I’ve read more than one article on this.

[@ModernRefugee]

I liked your picture from Marquette.

[@justusupnorth8262]

@@ModernRefugee thanks,really enjoying exploring the area.

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

Love it Pal Thanks

[@joelaichner3025]

Song , 867-What , Jenny

[@LibertyGarden]

They are great to poke around brush in rattle snake country.

[@tomm2812]

I have a couple. Handy. Pun intended😅. From the 👍. Best

[@joelaichner3025]

Hello ! Still Thinkin’ , Double

[@NothingToNoOneInParticular]

I have a question about something else. What is the best way to protect windows from direct in or ricochet? My problem is is I live in a multi story building, but the street goes up the hill out back. So it's technically street level even though floors and floors up. Trying to figure out how to protect from direct in or ricochet. Building is cement, but with LARGE windows.

[@resoluteoutdoors]

I’ve always found the metal walking sticks to be extremely ugly.

[@joelaichner3025]

Iron wood is straight , need grip ? Leave the bark on

[@LibraryLizard]

❤

[@prepperfortheages878]

👍👍

[@j.d.preppingerie6522]

Hey there MR we are going up to wellston mi. Near tippy dam. We would like to go for a few hikes, any suggestions?? Thanks JD

[@ModernRefugee]

Any where on the Manistee River Trail ( MRT ). The suspension bridge is a neat thing to visit, at least we think so. Hope you have a good time.

[@tentigers7335]

I made mine about fifty years ago out of a Chinaberry branch. My carving skills were not that great back then (worse now) but it has stayed with me all these years. I do need to put a cap on the bottom as you suggest, though it will force me to carve that end down to the needed diameter. What do you put on yours to keep it in good shape?

[@ModernRefugee]

I wipe it down with a little tung oil.

[@sadie21962]

Is there a type of wood best for a hiking stick?

[@ModernRefugee]

I prefer some type of ash.

[@catwoman635]

Rubber grips, metal slips