I've hiked through thousands of miles of trails over the years and I'm always a little amazed out how well maintained some of these trails are.  I used to think it was mostly foot traffic that was...

Getting out on the trails in the winter is a wonderful experience.  You don't have to worry about bugs or snakes and the trails are usually a lot less crowded.  Of course, the reason for this is...

Hiking boots are great and I highly suggest investing in a nice pair to go hiking in.  But are hiking boots necessary?  Do you need hiking boots to go hiking? You don't need hiking boots to go...

Day hikes aren't all that complicated but there are a couple of things you should know before heading out.  Two of the most important things to know are what to wear and what to bring with you...

I love hiking and I'll do it in pretty much any weather that comes my way.  This being said, when I hike in hot weather I do take a few extra steps both before and during my hike. In this post,...

Hiking is a fun hobby with many side benefits.  But will hiking build muscle? You can build up many different muscles while hiking.  Your legs, glutes, and back are the obvious beneficiaries...