How to HITCH-HIKE without getting MURDERED (for hikers)

How to HITCH-HIKE without getting MURDERED (for hikers)

In this video I go over some tips for getting rides, and staying safe when you are hitch hiking on a thru hike or backpacking trip. There are some inherent risks that come with hitch hiking, but I truly believe that when done in the context of a backpacking trip, it is much safer than most people believe.

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