Hiking is a fun and adventurous activity that allows you to explore the great outdoors. However, if you’re a beginner, it’s important to have the right gear to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Wearing the wrong shoes is an express ticket to ruining your first backpacking trip. Don't misunderstand: You don't need to spring for custom-made, $800 boots to have fun on the trail. But if the ...

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, ...

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 ...

32 must-know hiking tips for beginners Find the right shoes for you Hiking shoes are one of the only 'real' essentials when it comes to hiking. You need a good pair of walking boots or trail running ...

Backpacking can be intimidating. You have to haul all your food, water and shelter into the backcountry and sleep there — but you are self-sufficient! You are carrying everything you need on your back ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — It’s an activity so popular that Dora the Explorer even had a song dedicated to it. Backpacking offers an opportunity to experience Missouri’s most secluded and untamed landscapes.