Hiking News
More dish on dishwashingA scientist has figured out the most thorough way to clean up after dinner when camping. To clean eating implements adequately, Hargreaves proposes a rigorous approach to washing in which backpackers would first fill each of three large bowls or...
You Can?t Park HereIf you’re thinking about backpacking into one of the great Yosemite high country destinations then you’d better get going. October 15th is the last day overnight parking will be allowed along the Tioga Road.
Latest on the Outdoor Blogger Ho DownQuite a few folks are interested in a weekend in the shadows of Mount Shasta from Oct. 6 to 8. The tally of those feeling tempted, according to the comments list at GoBlog: Josh at simplehiker.com Brad at TheBradlands.com Po...
Second climb of Mount ShastaAs a prelude to our weekend in the shadow of Mount Shasta, check out these excerpts from an account of the second successful summit bid, published in the Daily Herald (San Francisco) on October 9, 1854: Substituting flannel overshirts...
Hiking Tours
Hiking tours are the best way to enjoy the outdoors. Just ask anyone who has put on hiking boots and went backcountry backpacking in the wilderness. A big measure of risk is involved, but the fun and excitement...
Kauai Hiking
Crowned as Hawaiis Garden Isle because of its lush and diverse terrain offering the ultimate in rainforest waterfalls, wilderness Kauai hiking trails, and even freshwater fun, Kauai Island is the only...
Canada Hiking
A lake. Rushing river waters. A raven atop a weathered spruce. The crackle of breaking wood. A loons cry. And at the end of it all, there it looms. They call it the “Sleeping Giant.” An apt name for a...
Mountain Hiking
Ah yes, the blue, cloudless sky waiting at the top of the summit. But wait, just moment. Before you start dreaming about the top, your first worry should be how to get there. For years now, mountain...
Womens Hiking Boot Size
Choosing a good pair of womens hiking boots takes a lot more than prancing around in stores. There are certain aspects about womens hiking boots that you have to take into account, and were not just talking...
Superior Hiking Trail
Located some 205 miles along the rocky ridgeline above Lake Superior, the Superior Hiking Trail is one of the best long distance hiking trails in northeastern Minnesota. The Superior Hiking Trail is actually...
Womens Hiking Shoes
There is not much point in looking for and comparing womens hiking shoes when you do not know the features womens hiking shoes can have and understand how they work. In this article, we will show you...
Womens Hiking Boots
Whats the deal about hiking boots anyway? Theyre expensive. Plus, theyre not fashionable-looking. Do you really need them? As a matter of fact, yes. There are a number of reasons why you need hiking...
Pennsylvania Hiking
When it comes to outdoor recreation, Pennsylvania abounds with many opportunities. You have canoeing, kayaking, white water rafting, skiing, fishing, elk watching, birding, etc. But more than that, what...
Hiking Trail
Taking on the adventure that hiking trails offer is an exciting prospect. Indeed, there is no better way to enjoy all that nature has to offer than to go on a day-long hike with a few buddies of yours....
Vasque Hiking Boots
Wearing the right pair of Vasque hiking boots can make or break your enjoyment on the trail. If you dont choose your Vasque hiking boots well, you could end up with painful blisters, pinched toes, or...
Timberland Hiking Boot
Timberland hiking boots are expensive, we give you that. A good pair of Timberland hiking boots can cost from anywhere around $80 to $130. Thats a lot of money for only a pair of shoes, right? For hiking...
Vegetarian Hiking Boots
It was in the 1990s when vegetarianism achieved its height of popularity. It became the hip choice, cool, and trendy. In fact, the fad became so widespread to the point that it became fashionable to identify...
Hiking Vacation
Getting into dangerous situations is to be expected when you go on a hiking vacation. But did you know that majority of the outdoor survival situations that occur each year can be prevented with just a...
North Carolina Hiking
A mountainous, rugged canvas of land spreading from the west, sloping gently in the middle, before fissuring into a watery gap to the east. This is the scene that unfolds before you when you go on a North...
Nike Hiking Boot
These days, more and more people are giving up hiking with their heavy boots on. The reason is simple: they want to save some weight on their feet. Less weight they carry on their weight means that a long...
Hiking Trails
Hiking trails vary greatly depending on the place you are planning to trek. It could be a serene walk from winery to winery in the rolling hills of Italy or it could be a rugged backcountry hike through...
Merrell Hiking Shoes
Merrell hiking shoes are essential when hiking. They help protect your feet from rough terrain and sharp, jagged rocks on the trail. In addition, Merrell hiking shoes are water-proof and weather-resistant....
Utah Hiking
Utahs diverse landscape makes it a popular spot for day hikers and hearty backpackers. With its cornucopia of very remote areas and stunningly beautiful scenes, a Utah hiking trip can be anywhere from...
Merrell Hiking Boot
When it came down to finding the right pair of Merrell hiking boots you currently own, you did everything right. By the book, in fact. You checked the soles for solidity. Checked ankle support. You wore...
Hiking Vacations
Bush whacking. Bush bashing. Trampling. What in the world? Those are other names for hiking vacations, along with hiking tours, trekking, and backpacking. Hiking is the word used to describe an activity...
Washington Hiking
Seattle Washingtons Pacific Northwest is well known for its abundant Washington hiking opportunities. And fortunately for Washington hiking enthusiasts visiting this part of the State, there are some...
Hiking Trip
Hiking. Trekking. Backpacking. These are three of the essential activities you will most likely encounter while going out on a backcountry adventure. Is there a difference? Or are they all just the same?...
Hiking Trip Hike
When someone says the words “hiking trip,” we immediately conjure up images of bearded, crusty guys with a walking stick hiking on a trail 200 miles from the nearest phone. The description is pretty much...
Salomon Hiking Boot
Choosing the right Salomon hiking boots requires that you keep a few goals in mind. One, you want your Salomon hiking boot to be as light and comfortable as possible. Two, you want your Salomon hiking...
