Take A Hike

Lady hiker at the waterfalls

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Bust out your knapsack.  Become a natural trekker. Take an exciting hike.  There are, of course, all kinds of ways to get out there and enjoy a day on the trails.  Backpacking, trekking, and hiking are three great outdoor activities, and while they may seem the same, there are subtle variations to each.

As far as outdoor adventurers are concerned, trekking and hiking are basically the same.  The differences lie in the source of the words.  The word “hike” is derived from the Middle English word “hytchen” which became the Read more . . .

Pick A Trail And Go

Monstrous-looking mountain

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The secret to a great hiking trip isn’t about the brand of boots you buy, the temperature of the air, or what you’ve packed in your picnic.  To experience a truly great outdoor trek, you need to know how to pick a trail.  The safety of the trail you select can be compromised by nature, and by fellow hikers.

In order to pick an amazing trail, you need to understand that hiking trails vary greatly depending on where you’re planning to trek.  There’s a big difference between a peaceful vineyard stroll and a rugged backcountry hike Read more . . .

Hiking Basics

Hiking accessories

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Get ready for an exhilarating day in the great outdoors.  Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran hiker, being prepared and following a few hiking fundamentals can help make your adventure as safe as it is sensational.

In fact, you don’t have to be a professional hiker to fully enjoy a hiking adventure.  Hiking basics start with a good sense of the outdoors and a willingness to get connected with the wilderness.  The right supplies and equipment can help ensure a successful outdoor adventure. Read more . . .

Hiking For Beginners

Hiker walking on a flat trail with lots of trees

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Human beings are merely mammals in more expensive clothing, so it’s only natural that we have an innate need to connect with the earth, water and wind.  If you are one of those people who yearn to get up close and personal with Mother Nature every opportunity you get, hiking can be the perfect activity.

Hiking, for some, is more than a recreational pastime; it’s been a way of life as long as they can remember.  The love of hiking is often developed from family vacations, when youngsters barely old enough to scale a riverbank are Read more . . .

Hike The Kalalau Trail

Kalalau trail with a lone hiker

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Want to get up, really close and personal with Mother Nature?  Grab a backpack quick and hit the trail.  Or want to experience natural wonders you’ve never seen before?  Backpack the Kalalau Trail now.

If you’re a backpacker at heart, therefore, your list of backpacking trips isn’t complete until you’ve conquered the Kalalau Trail.   Beginning where the paved road ends on Kauai’s North Shore, this 11-mile trail alternately challenges and rewards hikers with a breathtaking combination of cliffside promenades, silent skies, deep forest, Read more . . .