Hiking

One of the hottest trends in hiking and backpacking over the past few years has been the shift toward going ultralight on the trail. Typically, this…

If you’ve been on a vacation to an outdoor destination in the past few years, you’ve likely noticed a new phenomenon: cycle paths, single…

Proper footwear is one of the many keys to a successful hike. Here are six boots that will coddle your heel and arches while performing admirably on…

Footwear may be the single most important piece of hiking gear. If you're just starting to venture out onto the trails, there are a few things you'll…

Every spring, as testosterone levels drop in the males of North America’s deer species, they shed their antlers. Hunting for these shed antlers…

Oklahoma is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the United States. The terrain is varied, from the sparkling lakes of the northeast, the…

Getting your family involved in hiking is an excellent way to not only improve your health, but spend some quality time with your loved ones.…

Spring is finally here, which means sunshine and warmer temperatures aren’t far behind. But before you hit the trail for your first hike,…

When you hit the trail in the spring, there really is no telling what kind of conditions you might run into. Rain, cold, wind, hot sun, even snow are…

Taking your family on an antler hike puts a new twist on spring day hikes and sharpens everyone’s abilities to observe what’s around them…

When temperatures fall and conditions become snowy and icy, going out for a day hike can be a bit more challenging. The cold and potential for…

When you're venturing out into cold and wintery conditions, it's crucial to have a good base layer. As your first layer of protection against cold…

A backpacking trip takes a little more planning during the winter. Colder weather calls for more specialized gear (gloves, ice axe, etc.) as well as…

As the leaves start falling from the trees and the winter chill starts to roll in, the crowds and pesky bugs dissipate from the hiking trails. And if…

Don't let the shorter days and fewer daylight hours of autumn deter you from getting outside for a hike. Packing a headlamp not only keeps you safe…