Hiking

You can build up an appetite after a day spent on the trails. Your body has burned numerous calories and depleted its glycogen levels. Packing an intelligent, well-balanced lunch can be quickly done with a bit of planning. Chances are, things you already have at home will work great for an on-the-go lunch. There are

If you’ve ever packed for a trip, you know it doesn’t take long to fill up a suitcase. Similarly, it’s easy to fill up a backpack when you find yourself prepping for a long hike into the unknown. You want to bring all the essentials in a way that won’t weigh you down. When packing

A short hike is a great way to immerse yourself in nature and soak up all the wonders Mother Nature has to offer. Maybe you’re just traveling a few miles to get your feet wet in the world of hiking. Or maybe, due to time constraints, you don’t have time for a longer hike but

Ready to trade house slippers and spit-up shirts back in for your hiking boots and mountain views? Are you worried that taking your baby along is going to be more hassle than it’s worth? Don’t be! Bring baby along and start enjoying the great outdoors again. But first, let’s talk about some critical gear before

One of the more common hiking tips given out by experts is to avoid hiking alone and for a good reason. Hiking with a partner or small group ensures that someone can help should trouble arise, not to mention you have someone to share the burden of carrying supplies. But what happens if there is

Unless you live near the beach year-round, you may be unaware of a fifth season many New Englanders loathingly call mud season. Mud season is a natural phenomenon occurring at the end of winter in late March and continuing until May. It results from a combination of thawing snow and frequent spring rains, producing an