I’ve recently been shopping for new hiking shoes. I’ve talked to a few people about what I’m specifically looking for and I was asked, “Why do you want ‘shoes’ instead of ‘boots’?” Indeed, learning how to choose hiking shoes has been a long process for me. I explained the type of hiking I plan to …
I lucked into a second-hand pair of La Sportiva approach shoes last fall at a local thrift store. I’ve seen the brand around before (on a lot of my guide buddies), but I’d never tried them out for myself until now. What I’ve found is comfort and grip on a variety of terrains. But because …
This theme grows in importance to me every day. As I invest in new online ventures and spend more time on my computer, I strive to return to nature as often as possible. I regularly ask myself the same question I’ve pondered for much of my adult life: “How to Connect with Nature?” Is it …
Talking about trench foot hits home for me. I’ve experienced only the earliest stages of this affliction, but it was nearly enough to derail my 2014 attempt at thru-hiking the John Muir Trail. I’m a firm believer that your comfort when hiking or backpacking starts from the ground and works it’s way up. That’s why …
If you feel like you’ve been trapped inside on your own hibernation cycle for the winter, it’s time to leave the nest and venture forth. But in order to do so, you must be properly equipped. So let’s take a look at three REI hiking backpacks for spring adventures. Impact-Site-Verification: e7c25143-2ccb-4331-b60a-ddb46df7c523 We love spring hiking! …