04/30/2026
Fact for fellow hikers!
Web on, web off.
Off please. We’ve all walked through a web. Here are a few tips to get through it: Well, you already went through it, but...
🕸️ Try to stay in the center of the trail. Webs are more likely to be found near bushes, trees, and other vegetation. Staying in the middle can help reduce the risk of walking into one.
🕸️ Sweep a hiking stick or trekking pole in front of you as you walk to catch any webs before you run into them. No need to go full Jedi on your first day with a new lightsaber—use it only when needed. And remember to say sorry. Manners matter, even to spiders.
🕸️ A hat with a brim can help catch stray webs before they hit your face. If a spider tries to hitch a ride uninvited, you’re free to politely let them off at a convenient spot…no penalty to your star rating.
🕸️ Walk slowly and carefully. Take your time while walking on the trail to avoid quickly running into webs, squirrels, bears, hikers, other dimensions…you name it.
🕸️ Avoid walking at dawn or dusk. Spiders are more active during these times, so consider hiking during the middle of the day to reduce the risk of encountering them. So, in essence, sleep in.
Image: Screenshot of tweet with text, “One does not simply become a master of karate. First, you must accidentally walk into a spider web.”
