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To treat a hiking blister, clean the area, drain it from the edge with a sterilized needle if painful, leave the skin intact.

Treating a bruised toenail from hiking starts with ice and rest; if the blood under the nail causes intense pressure.

Catch hot spots early with adhesive cloth tape; for intact blisters, use a moleskin donut or carefully drain with a sterile needle and cover.

Treat a hiking blister by cleaning the area, then covering it with moleskin or a blister pad; drain large painful blisters with a sterilized needle.

Leave small blisters intact, cover them with a moleskin donut or padded bandage, and avoid popping unless the blister is too large or painful.

Clean the area with soap and water, then protect intact blisters with a donut-shaped moleskin pad.

The immediate first aid for a sprained ankle on the trail is RICES: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, and Stabilization.

If bitten on a trail, stay calm, move away from the snake, and call 911 or hike out to reach emergency care.

Blunt-tipped hiking poles are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags, while sharp-tipped poles are restricted to checked luggage only.

Travel with a hiking backpack by choosing a pack under 55 liters for carry-on or checking larger packs.