Take a Hike on National Trails Day
Have you ever noticed a tree that had fallen across a trail and was cut away so that hikers could pass by? Volunteers regularly take to the trails after storms… Read more »
Category: Adventure
The First Female Kayaker in Afghanistan
In November 2016 I ran the Marathon of Afghanistan in support of Afghan women and girls running for freedom and equality. In the race, I ran with Kubra, who four… Read more »
4 Types of Training on Local Hiking Trails
After my wife and I scheduled a visit to Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, we agreed that an increase to our weekly hiking mileage was in order to prepare for… Read more »
Hiking Kilimanjaro!
By October 2018 I had covered some fairly impressive ground: the backcountry of Yosemite including using the cables to summit Half Dome (September 2014) the Laugavegur Trek in Iceland (August… Read more »
Outdoors Recon: A Sunday Drive and Adventure Planning
Outdoors reconnaissance trips can pave the way for greater accomplishments and more adventures. When our daughters were younger, and the winter weather made getting outdoors more difficult, my wife and… Read more »
Party in the back, business up front
A commercial for Ford Trucks ends with a voice saying, “whatever party you got going on in the back, we got the business up front.” This comes after hearing the… Read more »
-10 Degrees: Tips for Hiking in Cold Weather
Our house was making some unusual noises as the structure dealt with temperatures falling from the mid-40’s to 5 degrees a few weeks ago. The next day, there was a… Read more »
Winter Water Wonders
There are many advantages to hiking in winter. One of the neatest advantages is being able to observe water in its different states. “Water is the only substance that exists… Read more »
I wonder how far I can kayak?
Kayaking is one of my favorite outdoor activities. I frequent many local lakes and non-whitewater rivers. In recent years, kayak manufacturers have catered to the specific needs of the market… Read more »
Grandma’s First Appalachian Trail Adventure
“Grandma will be fine. There’s a slight incline at the beginning, but it’s short and then the trail levels out. It goes to a good overlook, which beats just walking… Read more »