hiking

9 min read 2023-01-28 17:00:00

Parts of a Compass, Explained (Plus 12 Types of Compasses)

Navigation is an intrinsic part of many outdoor activities making understanding what the different parts of a compass are and how to use one, rather

11 min read 2023-01-28 16:55:03

Winter can be a tough season for many people, especially when you live in the Netherlands. The shorter days, colder temperatures, and often gloomy

5 min read 2023-01-24 22:00:59

Nothing will get you out of the wilderness quicker than below-freezing temperatures that make every second miserable. I know this feeling all too

5 min read 2023-01-24 00:31:14

Going ultralight isn’t for everyone. Whittling down your pack weight requires careful planning and accepting a few tradeoffs. In general, those

5 min read 2023-01-23 17:00:00

Author: Loultimate Known as the “sore knee mountain”, Despite ranking at 92nd among the top 100 mountains in Taiwan, it takes determination and

3 min read 2023-01-23 06:48:00

four wing saltbushWe haven't been to this little park since the first year after its opening in 2008. Well, it was also the turnaround point Bill

3 min read 2023-01-21 05:29:29

One of the biggest barriers to backpacking more? The cost of gear. People might think that you’ll only have to shell out for your big three pieces

3 min read 2023-01-21 04:24:08

Welcome to #WalkingBoston. To learn about the inspiration, mission, goals, and ongoing updates, please see the #WalkingBoston launch blog

9 min read 2023-01-21 02:18:06

This week I took a quick solo road trip to Moab, Utah to explore some trails and see the southwest under a light dusting of snow (it’s hot as heck

4 min read 2023-01-20 23:00:25

The Three Fingers Lookout in Washington state is the perfect blend of camping, hiking, and unique lodging. Oh, and it’s perfect for outdoorsy

7 min read 2023-01-20 17:00:00

Whatever adventure you’re on, few things are more important than a good night’s sleep. Sleep is restorative, and a night of tossing and turning

2 min read 2023-01-20 05:01:42

L.A.-based English actor Julian Sands has been missing since Friday after he went for a hike on Mount Baldy in San Bernardino County, local

3 min read 2023-01-20 04:13:42

Weekend trail festivals — a weekend devoted to all things trails — are great fun. Trouble is, what trail festivals there are in the area — AT

3 min read 2023-01-18 05:15:19

The Forsake Cascade Trail Hiking Sneakers are a comfort-promoting, outdoor-ready pair of shoes that have earned a great overall impression after

5 min read 2023-01-17 04:56:46

As my WordPress auto-renewal came and went, I made my annual resolution to try and post a little more on this blog. Many of my old hobbies,