Taking a poop in the woods sure isn’t fancy. Yet anyone who loves backpacking, camping, or hanging out in nature knows it’s just part of the adventure! According to a recent study, 47% of fecal deposits in the forests are…
Get ready to dive into an exciting adventure with Mike, a park ranger at the beautiful Arizona National Park. Question: Why should you tell someone about your hiking plans? Answer: As a seasoned US National Park Ranger, I urge hikers…
Few things ruin a camping trip faster than a messy tent. A nasty odor might be the first problem you notice, but there’s a bigger threat lurking: mold. Mold in tents can actually be a huge health hazard. A recent…
Miles logged, blisters earned, memories made—that’s the hiking life. But staying hydrated on the trail isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. At moderate altitudes, hikers lose significant water: up to 1.9L daily for men, 850mL for women, plus increased urine output.…
Seen an accident on a hike? Here’s some solid advice from Florian, a mountain rescuer in Romania, that’s universal for any trail adventure. Given the alarmingly high increase in mountain accidents in recent years, we offer some steps to take…
Every year in Yosemite National Park, about 216 folks go missing and need saving, says a recent Statista report. Hikers who aren’t ready often find themselves in a pickle. Even though maps and GPS are good, they can fail. Batteries…
Gotta say these sandals have been my go-to for three weeks straight, dealing with all kinds of stuff like heat and water without missing a beat—they totally lived up to what I hoped for. Our Verdict The Keen Newport H2…
Not too long ago, Simon and I got to test the DREAM PAIRS Adventurous Summer Outdoor Sandals on the stunning John Muir Trail in California. The 10-day trek allowed me to thoroughly assess the sandals’ performance in an authentic setting.…
Loving the great outdoors and trekking through all sorts of landscapes over the years has taught me a lot about what makes a trail shoe work well. In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits and drawbacks of rock plates, their…