Why is it that some people seem to bounce back and be ready for another day of hiking right away, while others may well be limping around in misery for days afterwards? UNDERSTANDING HEALING: Any strenuous activity like hiking is going to cause some damage to the...
Ever find it hard to get back on the trail again after a big meal? Or be hiking along and suddenly bonk? When backpacking, when you eat can be as important as what you eat. In order to keep your body in the best shape...
“People are meant to connect with natural places. It is good for the human soul for people to explore their relationship with the places where they live.” There was a time not too long ago that I felt more connected to my iphone than to the...
Keep it Fresh When I started backpacking over two decades ago, I was convinced that packing fresh food was “verboten”. The colossal weight of several extra ounces of avocado on your back were just not worth the delight of savoring it’s creamy green goodness. The hiking...