Who Maintains Hiking Trails?
Sometimes the grind can feel like too much. With all the hustle and bustle that comes with living in modern society, it’s no surprise that people are turning to the outdoors for comfort, recreation, and to rekindle the sense of wonder that society often strips from...
When Hiking, Who Has the Right of Way?
If you enjoy hiking on somewhat remote, “single-file” trails, you may have met other hikers coming from the opposite direction and wondered whether any hiking rules and trail etiquette dictate which of you should step aside and yield. While there isn’t a formal manual...
How Long Should My Hiking Poles Be? How to Adjust for Various Terrains
If you’re just learning to use trekking poles on your hiking excursions, the various trekking pole length options on a retractable pole can be a bit confusing. When wondering “how long SHOULD hiking and trekking poles/sticks be”, don’t worry. The answer is fairly...
Six Incredible Hikes to Waterfalls
With few exceptions, waterfalls are one of the world’s wonders that remain inaccessible to the casual traveler. To fully experience the awe-inspiring beauty, you typically have to expend some degree of physical effort and exertion to reach the most spectacular...
