Category: Hiking

8 Insane Cliff Jumps in the US

October 26, 2015

Cliff jumping is one way to make your back country experience even more exciting. While you or someone you know might be a junkie for wild animals, rock climbing, or freezing alpine…
The Start-up Costs of Backpacking

October 24, 2015

If you’re from the US, the best part about backpacking state-side as opposed to going abroad is that you get to save some money. While backpacking may not be cheap at first,…
Wearing the Right Clothes for Winter Camping

October 22, 2015

Winter camping and backpacking can be exhilarating. Looking out a beautiful winter wonderland and experiencing the true essence of winter is an amazing experience – one that can turn sour pretty quickly…
Keeping a Hiking Journal

October 21, 2015

As a traveler and a writer, my partner will vouch for me that the one thing I must always have when heading out for a new trip is a hiking journal. As…
8 Strange Animals of North America

October 20, 2015

While hiking in North America, you can expect to see everything from moose and deer, to rabbits, foxes, and hopefully from a distance, bears and mountain lions. Living here, you pretty much…
7 Things Scarier Than Halloween Hikes

October 19, 2015

There are tons of ‘haunted trails’ out there that you can visit this Halloween. We’ve all heard of the best places to hike if you want to get freaked out; from the…
8 of the Best Hiking Spots to Watch the Sun Rise

October 15, 2015

Backpackers will tell you that some of the best parts of hiking are seeing the rewards at the end of a long trek. One of these great gifts of nature is being…
8 Great Wheelchair Accessible Hikes

October 14, 2015

If you or someone you love has a physical disability, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get to experience the joys of hiking like everyone else. Because of the American Disabilities Act passed…
Thoughts Every Backpacker Has on the Trail

October 13, 2015

Backpacking is a great opportunity to be with yourself and connect with nature. By being away from your daily routines, there’s a lot more time to let your mind drift off and…
Hiking in Extreme Weather

October 12, 2015

Some of the most difficult hikes in the country aren’t just difficult because of the slopes or rugged trails; they’re difficult because of the weather. While weather conditions shouldn’t deter you away…