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Tips, for Beginner Hikers. Hiking is not only great exercise, it can also improve your mood and overall health. . MyFitnessPal recently spoke with Wesley Trimble, program outreach and communications ...

Hiking is the BEST way to enjoy nature. Okay maybe that’s just a personal opinion. However, hiking can be an amazing and rewarding outdoor activity that provides a great way to immerse in nature. If ...

My partner and I are lucky: We live within walking distance of a trailhead. After we felt as if we’d traversed every block in our neighborhood early on during lockdown, we finally took advantage of ...

Whether you're a seasoned hiker returning from a hiatus or lacing up your first pair of hiking boots, getting out on the trail can be exhilarating and a bit daunting. No matter your hiking background, ...

In 30 days, I have climbed nearly 130,000 feet. If I were in Manhattan, rather than heading south through Montana and Idaho along the Continental Divide Trail (CDT), I could have easily done the same ...

You don't need much to go for a hike. You can enjoy nature whether you're at a national park or on a neighborhood stroll. But before you head out, you'll want to consider your route, a couple of ...

Normally at this time of the year, I am hustling along some absurdly long trail, trying to get from one end of the country to another at three miles per hour. But my wife and hiking partner, Tina, ...

Interested in long day hikes or even an overnight in the wilderness? A free two-day seminar is planned in the Tri-Cities with loads of helpful tips. The Inter-Mountain Alpine Club is offering its ...

Brown bears abound in the summer, so it’s important to set up a bear-safe campsite when backpacking. Bears have a nose that’s 100 times more sensitive than a human’s and if they find food, they’ll ...

Whether you hike occasionally or go on a backpacking trip every weekend, knowing what snacks to pack so you’re fueled and satisfied on the trail is important. Montana-based backpacker Kathleen Neves ...