As the winter begins to leave the stage and offer the floor to spring, most folks are ready to shake off some stress. Throw in tax season here in the United States, and life's steady stream of trials…
Hiking in the winter can be an experience without compare. The air is crisp, the atmosphere is serene and the vistas are stunning. There’s little else in the world more peaceful or beautiful than a…
A couple decades ago, my then 28-year-old body roamed hiking trails like an all-wheel drive automobile maneuvers over an icy roadway. My day job included a good dose of physical activity that kept my…
With ice fishing, snowmobiling and cold-weather hunting just around the corner, one of the most important survival skills to know is what you should do if you fall through thin ice.
If you’re one of…
1. Never hike alone.
It may sound like common sense to the intermediate hiker. For beginner and advanced hikers, though, there’s often a temptation to chart your own course. Avoiding this temptation…
The walking staff is one of mankind's oldest and simplest devices to help them walk or hike. People have used these long wooden shafts for thousands of years.
Like any tool used for many centuries,…
When you’re out hiking on the trail, it’s not all that uncommon to get a few scrapes and cuts as you make your way through brush- and bramble-covered areas, or as you’re traversing challenging…
You're walking in the woods, perhaps returning from or heading to the stream or lake.
Or, perhaps you're in your neighborhood, in an urban center such as Chapel Hill, N.C., or even near your child's…
It can happen to the best outdoorsman: the trail disappears, directions get confused, a change in the weather forces you away from familiar landmarks. You can't seem to get your bearings. Suddenly…
For many outdoor enthusiasts, the importance of dressing in layers is well known. This method of dressing allows you to regulate your temperature by peeling-off or putting-on clothing layers —…
Quality hiking socks are just as important as proper fitting hiking boots to ensure comfort on the trails.
Properly fitting hiking socks are one of the most important pieces of outdoor equipment.…
At its best, hiking can be a way to relax, recharge, enjoy nature and get a workout in—all at the same time. But as with any physical activity, hiking also has potential physical pitfalls, from…
