"At sixteen I was stupid, confused and indecisive. At twenty-five I was wise, self-confident, prepossessing and assertive. At forty-five I am stupid, confused, insecure and indecisive. Who would have supposed that maturity is only a short break in adolescence?"Jules Feiffer
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Hiking Safety
Hiking Safety Checklist Having made my share of mistakes in the wilderness over the years, I have compiled a list of gotcha's that can be applied to any outdoor adventure. I urge you to print this out and store with your outdoor gear. Hiking can be ...
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Hiking Shoes And Thin Socks - A Backpacking Winner
Hiking shoes versus hiking boots? Hiking shoes win. Okay, next issue? No, really. Hiking or running shoes are better for most backpacking trips, at least during late spring, summer and early fall. Boots are heavy, hot, stinky, and stay wet forever. A ...
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Hiking Shoes Offer the Support and Flexibility Needed for Walking on Rugged Terrain
One of the most important pieces of equipment to consider when going on a hike is a good pair of hiking shoes. Some important things to look for in a hiking shoe are a good grip, good support that will allow your foot to bend and flex naturally as you ...
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Hiking Shoes Versus Hiking Boots
Hiking shoes versus hiking boots? Hiking shoes win. Okay, next issue? No, really. Hiking or running shoes are better for most backpacking trips, at least during late spring, summer and early fall. Boots are heavy, hot, stinky, and stay wet forever. A ...
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Hiking Sock Guide: Say Goodbye to Blisters?
Great hiking socks are critical. Do yours deliver in all these important areas? Learn how to pick the hiking sock that is smart for your trip.Your hiking socks are probably like you at work... they do a lot more than they're given credit for. They must be ...
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Hiking the Grand Canyon - Young, Stupid and Lucky
Twenty years ago I nearly set the Grand Canyon National Park on fire. I was young, stupid and lucky. Unfortunately, young, stupid and lucky also seems to characterize a whole host of latter day Grand Canyon backpackers. Hikers die in there, every year ...
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Hiking To and Fro in New Hampshire
New Hampshire is a state of inherent beauty, particularly during the fall when the leaves turn. Getting out and hoofing around gives you an opportunity to experience the pure bliss.Hiking To and Fro in New HampshireIf you have never been to New Hampshire, ...
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Hiking Trips In Florida
When you imagine hiking trips, you think of the Smokey Mountains and the Appalachian Trail. There are many unknown destinations that give you a different and sometimes better experience than you ever imagined. Florida has many different kinds of terrain ...
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Hiking with Children
There is nothing quite like hiking with small children. The thrill of introducing these young ones to the wonder of nature is matched only by their eyes as they take it all in. If you follow a few simple rules when hiking with children, things go ...
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Holiday Travel in Chile & Argentina - Hiking and Walking
For a part of the world that comprises some of the worlds most beautiful and spectacular scenery it is no surprise that there are boundless opportunities for hiking within Chile and Argentina. Those who are tempted by the idea of getting their boots on ...
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Icy Hiking Conditions in the San Gabriels
Hiking and backpacking have long been two of my greatest passions in life.As a student in Baltimore, a buddy of mine and I made a ritual of spending our entire spring break hiking the Appalachian Trail, which runs the entire length of the east coast.Our ...
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Importance Of Using GPS System During Hiking
Hiking is a great sport for someone who wants to be in the outdoors, and experience a sense of complete freedom and satisfaction. But it is an activity that requires all the precautionary measures to be considered before participating. In the past, a ...
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Join the American Hiking Society
Have you taken up hiking as a new form of family recreation? Are you a serious hiker that spends hours on challenging trails? Do you want to find a way to become more involved in hiking across the nation? Hikers of any background will want to check out ...
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Joshua Tree - Hiking Ryan Mountain
With the onset of winter, hikers in California turn to Joshua Tree in the Mojave Desert. Hiking Ryan Mountain is good way to see an excellent summit view of the park. Joshua Tree - Ryan Mountain If you're looking for the best view in Joshua Tree ...
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Mount Monadnock - Hiking North America's Most Climbed Peak
Mount Monadnock in Jaffrey, New Hampshire is North America’s most climbed peak, and reputed to be the second most climbed mountain in the world, after Mount Fuji in Japan.Though I’ve been close to the mountain on other trips I’ve never climbed it, and ...
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Phone slave no more - Guardian Unlimited
It was a fresh morning after a night of rain, and we were hiking up into the mountains in southern France. The plants and trees glowed with green, vibrant life. Sheep and cows were meandering in the fields, and the blue sky stretched out for miles ...
Valley Center | Map It - San Diego Daily Transcript
Valley Center prides itself on being a quiet rural community with easy access to city advantages. Located northeast of Escondido in North San Diego County, the area is known for avocado and citrus groves, rolling hills and spectacular sunsets ...
Winter hiking in Western Mass. offers free family fun - Union-News & Sunday Republican
Months of hard economic times have prompted parents to seek fun, affordable winter activities to do with their children. Hiking is even better than affordable. It's free - and it offers many other benefits that are simply priceless, according to avid ...
Hiking Russian Hill - San Francisco Gate
Russian Hill is filled with luxurious gardens and historic homes in a mix of architectural styles - bungalows, pueblos, Victorians, shingles - many designed by famous architects such as Willis Polk, Julia Morgan and Lewis Hobart. The hill has also ...
A Plan for Stimulus Money: National Parks - Newwest.net
Entrance to Yellowstone National Park. Jim Peaco, NPS photo. Back in the 1930s, the New Deal’s Civilian Conservation Corps essentially built our national parks : The CCC built more than 200 museums, interpretive sites and park lodges, 2,000 hiking ...
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