Kevin White

To set out on day hikes on well-trodden trails, you don’t need a lot of equipment. That’s what makes hiking such a great activity. It’s accessible for a lot of people. All you really need is a decent forest and the will to get started. Well, that’s almost all you need. Hiking on will and

Hiking in the cold is like doing any physically-challenging activity in the cold. You’ll get warm quicker than you think. But, unlike activities that keep you closer to civilization, hiking in the cold has a unique set of risks and challenges, and the clothing you wear isn’t just about comfort and movement; it’s about survival.

Hiking in heat isn’t the same as standing still in heat, and you’ll get warm quicker than you might think. A perfect 70-degree day can feel like 90 degrees when you’re out on the trail, and the right clothing can mean the difference between a lovely day out and hellish misery. If you want to

Hiking is like any other outdoor exercise. It pits you against the elements, and how you dress for it doesn’t always match the weather outside. What’s “weather-appropriate” while hiking is different than what’s “weather-appropriate” when you’re just standing around. Layers matter when hiking. So do fabrics. And while you may not need an entire closet

Hiking is about more than just exercise. (Though, it’s great for that too.) It’s about escape. It’s about basking in nature and conquering terrains we don’t find in our civilized world. And hiking quotes tend to reflect that. The soul-lifting nature of hiking itself. The draw to the wild. The healing powers of wandering nowhere

Many people think hiking is just walking on wilder, more challenging terrain through pretty scenery. And to some extent, it is. That is hiking at its most basic definition. But the basic definition of hiking often leaves people ill-prepared for hiking’s impact on the body. That wilder, more challenging terrain uses considerably more muscles than

Hydro Flasks are designed to keep drinks cold (or hot) for more than 24 hours. They are also marketed this way. So, if you see your bottle sweating, you may wonder if you’ve been duped by a sales ploy. Well, Hydro Flasks shouldn’t sweat, so there is that. But a sweaty Hydro Flask doesn’t necessarily

Ready to hit the ice but can’t find skates that you can comfortably lace up around your wider feet? As someone with thick feet, I know the feeling. It took me a lot of trial and error before I found a pair of hockey skates that fit comfortably for my wide feet. I have a

When it comes to your water source, it’s not worth taking chances. Water is vital to your life, to your health, and, as far as fitness and outdoor recreation in concerned, to your energy and performance. If you’re going to be out in hot or cold weather, the best way to protect your water supply

Hill-o, Hikers! Wood you like to be punny on your next hike? We’ve set out to find some of the purist hiking puns a-ground. We flip-flopped on which ones had the most swag and sure hope hill-arity ensues. So, tank up. Let’s hit the trail. Hiking: climb and punishment. Hiking changes my altitude. May the