By Wendy Pan
Hiking camping tips can be helpful to even the most experienced adventurer but they are especially important for less experienced hikers. The basic checklist for hiking and camping, or the ten essentials every hiker and camper should have, is as follows:

map;
compass;
water or way to purify water;
multipurpose tools;
rain gear;
extra clothing;
food;
flashlight;
first aid kid;
matches, lighter, fire [...]

By Gary Pearson
Hiking is a great way to reconnect with nature, relieve stress, and spend time alone or with friends. Providing an excellent form of exercise, hiking is an opportunity to take a break from daily routine while reaping both physical and emotional benefits. In order to ensure a successful and enjoyable hike, it is [...]

By John Steen
There is a big debate raging in the world of hiking between those advocating soft-shell hiking shoes versus the traditional, heavier hiking boot. Every hiker knows lightweight-hiking allows you to romp up those steep mountain ascents in good time, but should you switch to shoes for your next trip?
Let’s take a look at [...]

By Michael Jozefiak
Mt. Washington Valley Trails & Mt Washington - NH
The highest mountain in the northeast state of New Hampshire, at 6288 feet, Mt. Washington (or Agiocochook as it was then called) was first climbed in 1642 by Darby Field and two native guides but it wasn’t until 1853 that the first summit house was [...]

By: Keith Thompson
Copyright 2006 Keith Thompson

Originally designed with military applications in mind, the technology was made available to mere mortals in hte 1980’s for the many and varied uses we’ve found so far for these special tools. Not only handy for auto navigation, GPS units have made their way into maritime navigation, backcountry uses, and [...]

San Diego offers a bevy of interesting hikes. With the average home price being around $500,000, they better be interesting!
To unwind, I typically stop on my way home from work to hike from Cardiff to Carlsbad on the beach. For picturesque sunsets and tasty waves, the beach between Cardiff to Carlsbad can’t be beat.
Cardiff - [...]

Most people, while hiking or walking, don’t even think about the possibility of getting lost. Unfortunately this can lead to trouble. You are usually safe as long as you stick to established trails.
But too often, complacency can get you into trouble. You decide to take a shortcut across the trail switchbacks. You wander just a [...]

Here are some suggestions for your walking - hiking vacation equipment. This is not intended as a complete list, just a guide to get you thinking.
The most important item to bring is a quality comfortable daypack or backpack to carry your goodies in. There are few things to keep in mind when choosing the right [...]

By Loreal Oliver
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If you are an adventure sports junkie and live for the next travel adventure that will give you an adrenaline rush, then try hiking in sunny California. You might have gone hiking before, but once you get a taste of the California hiking you [...]

Mountain hiking demands great gear and more education than your typical trail hike. Why? Because as you ascend breathing becomes less efficient, passage grows rugged, and rescue becomes more challenging. So consider your mountain equipment to be your life support system.
Where in day hiking you may be able to get away with wearing light-weight boots [...]