Hikes
Acatenango 2013: A Near Death Never Again Unique Camping Experience
We took the SECRET route at Acatenango Volcano & nearly died. No tents. We had to snuggle to survive. If you want to know what NOT to do in Antigua Guatemala..
Gear Lists
Ultimate Backpacking Gear List: 16 Most Important Items You Need
If you’ve ever wanted to try backpacking, you’re probably wondering what you need to bring to hike overnight. This is my list of backpacking gear that you need to stay safe on the trails
Gear Lists
Hiking First Aid Kit: 32 Important Items You Need To Have Now
…don’t have a hiking first aid kit yet is because you don’t know what to put in it! And that’s why I am here today to talk about the 32 must haves you need for your hiking first aid kit (and then some!)
Hiking Education
Wilderness Survival 101: How Much Water to Take Hiking
…you’ve decided to go for a hike. You’re getting ready, packing up all of your hike essentials, and you are almost ready to go, just got to grab some H20. But, how much water to take hiking?
Hiking Education
Leave No Trace: 7 Important Rules You Need to Know Before You Go Outside
Why can’t you throw apple cores and orange peels into the wild? In this article, I will summarize the 7 principles of Leave No Trace to help you understand the ethics of being in nature
Health
How to Prevent Hiking Blisters The Right Way: 3 Steps to Stop Those Evil Skin Bubbles From Hell
Take care of your feet. Get rid of those pesky hiking blisters that ruin your day. Learn how to properly prevent blisters so your feet never have to suffer again
Hikes
10 Day Hike Essentials: How to Pack Responsibly for Your Best Hike Yet
Going for a hike? Here is a list of what I consider to be day hike essentials: things you should NEVER hike without, with explanations to follow below:
Hikes
How to Overcome Fear: 23 Miles to Self Confidence
Solo hiker learns how to overcome fear & negative self-talk to conquer a 23 mile hike; she, with her chronic health issues, once thought was impossible.