Hiking

Need some inspiration for your next outdoor adventure? Instagrammers are sharing their travels, secrets, and favorite insider tips to help you find…

Leaf lovers rejoice when fall approaches. Not only does the change in season mean cooler weather, but it’s also your chance to hike through…

With scorching summer days reaching 100 degrees or more, you might think that hiking simply isn’t an option in late summer. The good news is…

Some hikers carry trekking poles, others utilize high-tech navigational tools. While this gear isn't necessary for every type of excursion, a good…

On a slow weekend this summer, skip lazily lounging by the pool with the crowds. Instead, hit the trails. All across America, hikers of varying skill…

Washington D.C. is one of the most incredible cities in the world, but when you’re looking to get a little closer to nature with the…

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…

Picture it: Your backpack is loaded with everything you need for a few hours or a few days in the great outdoors. There’s nothing standing…

When the third edition of the classic book Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills was released back in 1974, it quickly became a must-read for any…

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

After a long winter, you’re no doubt itching to get back on your favorite trails, and inspired to explore new ones. But are you spring hiking…

One of the best things about hiking is that it is an outdoor activity that you can do all year long. So why is that so many avid hikers hang up their…

If you’re one of those hikers or backpackers who puts away your outdoor gear for the winter, you really are missing out on one of the most…

Vin T. Sparano, as excerpted from Complete Guide to Camping and Wilderness Survival HYPOTHERMIA Hypothermia is one of the major causes of death…

The arrival of cold weather doesn’t mean you have to abandon your favorite outdoor activities and wait until the return of warm weather before…