Hiking

10 Things you have to know when Backpacking
Camping, Featured Content, Apr 30, 2018

10 Things you have to know when Backpacking

Have you ever gone camping or backpacking and had all the best equipment from your local Bass Pro Shops or REI and thought you were completely prepared for the trip, only to find that once you were ou...

Smart Ways to get Ready for Local Hiking Trails
Featured Content, Hiking, Apr 02, 2016

Smart Ways to get Ready for Local Hiking Trails

If you're like most people these days, you know you should eat right, get plenty of rest, and more importantly, stay active. But if you're not already involved in a sport or exercise class, how can yo...

Local Hikes for Family Fun!
Hiking, Aug 26, 2014

Local Hikes for Family Fun!

Local hikes are a great family activity especially when hiking with children; one that can provide a chance for some family bonding with some healthy results. It's something that can be modified to fi...

The Best and Easiest Tips for a Great Day Hike
Featured Content, Hiking, Aug 20, 2013

The Best and Easiest Tips for a Great Day Hike

We are entering the dog days of summer and with the heat and humidity encountered by much of the country this time of the year certain changes should be made when deciding to go on a strenuous hike. S...

Tips for Fun Winter Hiking
Hiking, Dec 09, 2012

Tips for Fun Winter Hiking

Snowshoeing is a great cardio workout and lots of fun with Friends!Even with the unseasonably warm temperatures in many of our favorite hiking destination, we know that eventually it gets cold, and ma...

Tips for Hiking the Florida Trail
Hiking, Travel, Oct 11, 2011

Tips for Hiking the Florida Trail

There is great hiking across the entire USA in every type of terrain one could imagine, but as fall turns to winter many of us are either not up to the challenge of winter hikes or just plain old do n...

Tips For Hiking with Your Canine Companions
Hiking, Jan 02, 2011

Tips For Hiking with Your Canine Companions

Hiking with your Dog Hiking with a partner or two always seems to make the trek all that more enjoyable, particularly when your company is of the furry persuasion. If you’ve already been out on the...

What is a Thru Hiker
Featured Content, Hiking, Feb 05, 2009

What is a Thru Hiker

Thru hiking is the outdoors ultimate in testing your ability and getting in touch with the natural world around you. They may be those individuals who have recently retired from long careers and want ...