Hiking is a great way to get out and explore nature, but it can also leave you feeling exhausted and with a few extra pounds. From the extra water weight to post-hike snacks, there are a few potential explanations for why you might weigh more after a day on the trails. In this article, we’ll…
Hiking backpacks come in bright colors for a variety of reasons. The most obvious is visibility. Hikers want to be seen in the wilderness, particularly in areas with wild animals or other potential hazards. Bright colors make it easier for other people to spot the hiker from a distance and for the hiker to spot…
So, I wanted to kind of go against the grain a bit with this article (but I mean, this site is all about helping people make informed decisions about hiking). Sure, there are some amazing benefits to this activity, but there are also a few drawbacks (and some that can actually be downright dangerous) that…
If you’ve been hiking long enough, you may be familiar with various styles of hiking boots. Chances are you’ve seen hooks either on your own hiking boots, on the feet of your hiking buddies, or just on the shelves while looking for your perfect boot. These are called eyelets or speed hooks, and they’re one of…
When you’re out hiking, there can be a few things that happen that might leave you with wet feet. Maybe you just stepped in a puddle by accident, or you didn’t check the weather forecast before you left home, and now there’s a downpour that has left your feet cold and soggy. Or, maybe you…
Whether you’re out trekking on rigid terrain or on a low-elevation trail, having all the support and stability you can get is crucial to the quality and enjoyment of your hiking adventures. Using trekking poles is just one of the great ways that you can ensure that you have support and balance out on your…
Blood clots, or what is scientifically known as a thrombus, are gelatinous masses of blood cells formed by the coagulation of blood. This gelatinous blood can sometimes develop in your veins, which can cause a host of medical issues such as stroke, heart attack, organ damage, or even death. If you have a history of…
Hiking can sometimes require a lot out of you physically, and if you’re not in the best physical state, it can potentially put you in harm’s way. I have a few family members who suffered through hernias, and I thought I had one recently. Hernias can be a potentially life-threatening health condition when not monitored…
Have you ever hiked in the mountains and realized that your cell signal is, for a lack of a better term, crap? Modern technology in our cell phones offers us a superabundance of help and resources, but even the best advances in modern technology have their limits. There are plenty of people who take advantage…
Bringing your little ones with you out on the trails can be a great way to introduce them to nature. If you’re considering taking your small child with you on your outdoor adventures, there are several ways in which you can accommodate them. You can take them in a baby carrier, which is the most…
