Trail Talk
Connor Ryan x Yukon Charlie’s
Yukon Charlie’s Taps Skier and Access Advocate Connor Ryan to Champion New Snow Goggles Built for Quality, Comfort, and Access for All Denver, CO — February 25, 2026 — Yukon Charlie’s announced a new collaboration with skier and access advocate Connor Ryan to...
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...
How Hiking Changes Your Brain, According to Science
If you want to have a healthy brain for a long time and enjoy mental well-being, it's important to pay attention to exactly how what you are doing affects your brain. A modern problem that we all deal with is the presence of stressful environments in our daily lives....
How To Change Out Your Snowshoe Pole Tips for Hiking
Are you wondering "Can you use ski poles for hiking?" You may be surprised to learn that your snowshoe poles don't need to go into storage for the summer...Learn how to replace and convert your ski/snowshoe pole tips to trekking pole tips below! Most snowshoe poles...
How to Hike Responsibly During Mud Season
Springtime hiking is here! You’ve been waiting all winter to enjoy fresh air, the scenic outdoors, and a good long hike. It’s good to be aware that hiking in spring months can have consequences on the trails you love, so a bit of planning beforehand ensures...
How to Hang and Store Snowshoes in the Off-Season
The end of the snowshoeing season is once again upon us. It feels like only yesterday we were brushing the dust of our shoes and heading out to the trails, but sadly...it's time to clean and store your snowshoes properly to ensure they are as good as new for next...
