Category: Hiking

It is the time of year when most people are getting out as much as possible before winter shuts them in. Hiking in the fall is one of the best ways to do this. The fall foliage will be at its best and temperatures are far more accommodating. The foliage colors are like so many balls of yarn, and when the leaves start to fall and swirl it gives you that feeling that you need to snuggle closer to something warm. You can get some really up close photographs when you are hiking in the fall, and the view of a far away area is easier to see because the brush is a little bit thinner. The coloring of the whole forest is different and it is possible to watch…

Can the love of hiking and delicious gourmet food be combined? Yes, with dinner hikes. Oh yeah. We are both avid hikers and gourmet cooks so we looked for a way to have the best of both worlds. We started taking Dinner Hikes. exercising, sitting down and relaxing, eating a scrumptious meal, and then hiking some of it off. In a public park, nearby State Park, or recreation area we find it a great way to decompress after a trying day, have dinner out, and get a workout. No matter where you live there are places to take short hikes in the evening. Limit the total distance to a couple of miles or less. It is important to have time to eat a leisurely meal. Picking a place for a…

If you’re tackling any camping or hiking adventure, it is crucial to get reliable tools. A decent camping lantern should be top of your list. Throughout the year, families across the USA engage in a recreational, and inexpensive, a weekend getaway that often includes camping. With countless numbers of park and recreation facilities across the States, children, and their parents can enjoy the great outdoors, even if in their backyard. When camping, as in any other sport or recreational activity, the key to safety lies in the preparation. Camping, for many families, can overwhelm when not adequately prepared with the right tools and resources. One such tool, the camping lantern, is a necessity. Choosing the right lantern for camping can be equally challenging as the camping event itself. Size of…