Tag: Hiking

Here’s a quick recap: Earth has become a wasteland — skyscraper mounds of trash, abandoned buildings, the remnants of megacorporation greed and consumption. We don’t see any people until about halfway into the movie. Those who survived escaped on a massive floating spaceship cal...

That person is me. I have a sedentary lifestyle at the age of 28. My back constantly aches, my knees feel numb, and my vision blurs while staring at the screen. I am an architect, but is not as fun and healthy as I imagined. I find myself confined to my office chair from 9 AM to 7 PM. It is no...

As a researcher and scientist, I am constantly drawn to the mysteries of the natural world. There is something exhilarating about exploring the great outdoors, whether it be through hiking, camping, or any other form of outdoor adventure. And just like any other field of exploration, having the righ...

All of a sudden this wall next to us ended and the trail just stopped. Well, it didn’t stop, it dropped off a hundred-meter steep cliff filled with loose rock. But behind it was this beautiful glacier-fed lake with icebergs inside tumbling around. Just after walking the popular Hooker ...

I hiked 6,592 miles around the coast of Great Britain in 385 days. I wanted the challenge, and I pushed myself. My body changed, and endured. Hiking 20–30 mile (30–50km) days or more in all weather and seasons took its toll, especially in the pathless wilderness of the Scottish west coas...

Hiking is one of the most popular outdoor activities around the world. From exploring the rugged terrain of a mountain range to trekking through lush forests, there are countless amazing hiking trails that can be found in various countries across the globe. With so many incredible options, it can...

Your body can move when it has to. It just needs the right setting and motivation. As civilized, domesticated mammals, we’re lamentably conditioned to wallow in sedentary, mostly city lifestyles. It’s comfortable but unhealthy. With The Agricultural Revolution to thank for selling our...

As a researcher and scientist, I am constantly drawn to the mysteries of the natural world. There is something exhilarating about exploring the great outdoors, whether it be through hiking, camping, or any other form of outdoor adventure. And just like any other field of exploration, having the righ...

As a researcher and scientist, I am constantly drawn to the mysteries of the natural world. There is something exhilarating about exploring the great outdoors, whether it be through hiking, camping, or any other form of outdoor adventure. And just like any other field of exploration, having the righ...

Suppose you like exploring the environment, especially in areas with no phone service, and you need assistance. In that case, a personal locator beacon (PLB) will be your dearest buddy. A personal locator beacon (PLB), sometimes known as a distress beacon, is a device that may be used to inform emer...

Hiking involves long, vigorous, and sometimes adventurous walks — from plain ground to elevated climbs. It stretches your bones and rejuvenates your being. Hiking trips, especially those requiring backpacking, are always transformative for me. But as much as I love hiking, there have been a...

The 18-mile trail through the Enchantments is considered one of the best day hikes in the world, but it will be a very long day! To give you an idea of the difficulty, the elevation and distance are comparable to hiking the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim. Although you can camp in the Enchantme...

Living in Medellín, Colombia means that sometimes I ache to escape the city life to spend time in wild, unspoiled nature. Two friends and I decided to take an extra-long weekend to leave Medellín for one of the most famous natural wonders of Colombia: El Cocuy National Park. ...

There are two vital components for optimal performance during a hike. Those are hydration and nutrition, without these your chances of safety and physical ability deplete rapidly. Whether you are on a long hike or just taking a walk, having water available is necessary. So make sure that you are pac...

Banff, first settled in the nineteenth century during the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, is home to more than 1,100 miles of trails and some of the best hiking adventures to have here. The Banff Highline Trail, which runs through Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada, offers hik...

Everyone knows the beaches of Phuket, but what about the hiking trails in Phuket? This list gives you the best hiking in Phuket for all nature lovers. Hiking is a great way to see the natural beauty of Phuket. Most people just skip over it on a visit to this beautiful island. But you’...

Let’s get one thing straight: I’m no stranger to falling down hills — both literally and metaphorically. It’s like life has a way of saying, “Hey, you’re getting a little too comfortable there. Let’s spice things up a bit.” And so, I’ve found mys...

Ending difficult chapters of life oftentimes has me at a loss of what to do next. Although I ended up in a great lifestyle situation after my life crisis, the rest of me was in the pits from the pain I just went through. This time, my health was poor and my body stopped working properly due to stres...

When I learned that about 10% of the hikers in my research studies gave up their dream of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) because they ran out of money, my heart kind of broke a little. I kept wondering: Why do so many people run out of money? When I looked deeper, I found one po...

It has been a long time since I have had a good hike, especially a hike where I am free from the constrictions of clothing. These hikes are called free hikes. The image above was from my last free hike in Mexico, a trek that had us overlooking the village of San Pancho. It was the second hike in ...

Hiking it’s a thing around Indonesian youngsters in last few years. Anyone like obliged to do it. They are going hiking for many reasons: from looking for peace, enjoying great outdoors, challenging themselves to creating a stock photo for their Instagram post. The booming of 5 cm movi...

Many try, and few succeed. The South Beyond 6000 is one of the most demanding and tedious challenges to exist in the hiking community in the U.S. southeast. Comprising of six different regions, and 40 mountains’ summits that this challenge entails, even expert hikers will feel the wrath of ...

The Treks The Inka trail is done in 4 days, 3 nights and has to be done with a tour group. There are a couple of major companies that run this trek (I went with Alpaca Expeditions). Only 500 people are allowed on the Inka trail each day so if you’re going during high season (June — Augu...

There are two guarantees when you live in the Bay Area: There will be fog, and there will be hikes. Sometimes, if you’re lucky, the two intertwine. Getting outside, no matter the weather, is a way of life here—but sometimes, it’s helpful to have someone to guide you along a trai...

Nevados de Sollipulli, or just Sollipulli, is an absolutely stunning (and massive) ice-filled volcanic caldera and volcano complex. Located just north of the adventurous town of Pucón in central Chile, Sollipulli — while definitely not the most famous volcano in the area (that likely go...

Hiking is a wonderful way to connect with nature, challenge yourself physically, and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a novice explorer, it’s crucial to prioritize your body’s well-being to ensure a safe and enjoyable hiking experience. One key aspect of...

In 2018, I completed the 52 Hikes Challenge for the first time. It was an experience that pushed me to complete hikes I wouldn’t usually do, and to hike on my own if no one was free over the weekend — in order to complete my goal orientated number of hikes in the year. It meant that I ha...

5 Reasons Why Hiking Boots Come With Red Laces is a matter of personal preference. Some hikers prefer the visibility and durability of red laces, while others prefer the style or tradition of them. There is no right or wrong answer, and the best color of laces for you will depend on your i...

As I lean over the lip of Walnut Canyon, the wind cuts through my many layers of clothing and I shield my eyes from the blinding December sun. I imagine the ecological event, possibly volcanic, that created this immense stone basin millions of years ago. Wreathing the upper rim are piñon p...