Take A Hiking Tour

Group of hikers in a winding trail

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Nature offers the perfect escape you’re craving solitary reflection.  But an outdoor adventure is also a great way to find camaraderie, fun and a jolt of shared adrenaline. When you want to join your friends for some outdoor enjoyment, or make new friends who share your interests, take a hiking tour.

Hiking tours can be the most excellent ways to enjoy the outdoors. Simply ask anyone who has put on hiking boots and joined a group for some back country backpacking in the wilderness. Read more . . .

Tents: Top Tips

A family of three inside a big tent

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Shelter is not a luxury; it is, indeed, a basic necessity of life.  So it makes no sense to leave for an overnight camping trip without giving yourself a dependable source of shelter.

Camping in the wilderness necessitates the use of a good tent.  There is nothing worse than deciding to “rough it”, only to find you are exposed to wind and rain.  Camping tents can be as basic as a two-person pop up model, or an elaborate three-room family affair.  What’s important is having a dependable tent that will save you from undue danger or aggravation. Read more . . .

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 . . .

The Best Hiking Boots For You

A new pair of gray and white hiking boots

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The best hiking boots on the market are going to be the ones that are water resistant and  lightweight.  If your hiking boots do not keep the trip enjoyable and allow you to stay dry, you don’t have the proper boots for you.  You also need to have support for your feet necessary to cushion some of the pressure on your  ankles, legs and back, so your hiking boots should be the best hiking boots based on what type of hiking you plan to do.  Various types of hiking trips will have their own most suitable hiking boot. 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 . . .