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...
Posts by Christopher Schopf
What to Wear and What to Bring on a Day Hike – 21 Must-Haves
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...
How to Hike in Hot Weather – Practical Tips to Beat the Heat
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...
Snakes, you probably either love them or you hate them. Either way, we all know that encountering a snake in the wild can potentially be dangerous. There are many snakes that have poisonous bites...
Ask some people and they'll say camping is free. Ask others and they'll say that camping costs a fortune. So what's the answer? How much does it really cost to go camping? Going camping in a...