One of the most important decisions for any backpacker to make when putting together a gear setup is the kind of shelter they will use. As one of the "Big 3" pieces of gear, a shelter can make or...

So you want to start hiking and backpacking! That's a great choice, and I promise that it will be one of the rewarding parts of your life. Getting into the back country, working hard, and...

When you first consider taking up hiking as a hobby or activity, the cost is minimal. If you have a decent pair of shoes and a good backpack, you can start day-hiking right away. However, if you...

Have you been looking for a new hobby or activity to help you grow as a person? I would urge you to consider hiking. I feel that taking up hiking has, in many ways, changed my life for the better....

I've spent hours researching everything that goes into planning a successful hike - steps that you should take to ensure that you will be safe and prepared, so that you can just get out to the trail...

As simple as hiking may sound, there are plenty of things you can get wrong. Some of them (like forgetting your lip balm) can be minor issues that can be quickly remedied (just borrow some from your...