Beat the Bugs, Train Your Toes, and Get Ready for a Big Book Reveal!

Hey there, hiking friends!

🪰 Let’s talk bugs…
If you’ve ever been swarmed by deer flies, mosquitoes, or ticks while out on the trail—you know how annoying (and painful) it can be. This time of year, those little suckers are out in full force. 😣

🛡️ Good news — I’ve added some tried-and-tested bug repellents to my Amazon list to help you stay bite-free:

• Powerful sprays for ticks and mosquitoes

• Natural options that are safe for skin and gear

• And one of my personal faves: dragonfly clips that attach to your hat or backpack!

  These work because deer flies are territorial and will avoid areas where it looks like another insect is already hanging out. 🧠 Nature is wild—and smart!

👉 View My Favorite Bug Repellents on Amazon

 

📌 Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases—at no extra cost to you. I only share items I use and love!

📚 Also, exciting news…
My chapter about summiting Mount Kilimanjaro will be featured in an upcoming collaborative book created by women, for women! 💪

It’s a collection of powerful stories about grit, mindset, and rewriting your personal summit.

I need your help! — release date is June 14! Purchase the e-book that day and help women in business become bestselling authors!

Want to go the extra mile and really help me out? Buy the e-book AND leave a review. That really helps the algorithms and will put us over the top.

Moving along here is a great training tip.

👣 Training Tip: How Are Your Feet Holding Up?
If you’re prepping for long hikes or just walking more, don’t forget your feet need space—literally. Your toe box (the front of your shoe) should be wide enough for your toes to splay naturally. This is key for balance, stability, and preventing pain or blisters.

Bonus tool: I use toe spacers during downtime to help realign and strengthen foot muscles. They support better posture and may even help you hike longer and more comfortably.

👉 Check Out My Foot Care Recommendations

Here’s to happy, healthy hiking—no bites, no blisters, just strong strides!

– Melanie Michaelchuk
Founder of Just Hyke
www.justhyke.com