Long Distance Hiking Made Simple – on the Blog!

Hey there, hikers! So, I keep seeing a question pop up over and over both from people I know and hikers in Facebook groups and that’s: is it really okay to hike alone?

The short answer is yes!

But the long answer is, solo hikers do need to take be extra safety conscious without having the comfort and luxury of a buddy or group to rely on in an emergency. This means putting extra time into planning ahead and preparing, creating a hiking itinerary, and learning to manage risks on the trail. [Read more…] about What to include in your hiking itinerary

I came across some interesting articles recently that got me thinking about some tips for staying hydrated as hikers, and why becoming dehydrated on the trail can be quite dangerous. The first article claimed that up to 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated – yikes! – while the next article, not surprisingly, pointed out there really is no way to prove that and there were no solid studies done.

Fair enough. But honestly, just based on people I know, have come across and heard stories of, I really don’t doubt that at least 50% of people are chronically dehydrated! [Read more…] about Tips for staying hydrated on the trail