Category: Hiking 101
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How to Select Your Hiking Boots: A Complete Guide
Choosing the perfect hiking boots for your adventures is an exciting process that requires careful consideration of several important factors. Hiking boots are one of the most important pieces of equipment for any hiker. They provide support, stability, and protection for your feet on long hikes. With so many different brands and models available, it can…
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3 of the Best Places to Buy Used Outdoor Gear
Buying new gear can be the downfall of any hiker. There’s always something to upgrade, replace, or try out when you’re spending copious amounts of time outside. If you’re looking for some fresh gear, but don’t want to break the bank, you might want to consider buying used! You can get great deals on quality…
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Conquering the Mount Mitchell Trail
Are you looking for an intense and rewarding challenge? Look no further than Mount Mitchell, the highest mountain east of the Mississippi. The Mount Mitchell trail is an11.9-mile out and back hike that starts at Black Mountain Campground and takes you all the way to the summit of Mount Mitchell (and back again). While it’s…
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Hiking 101: Hiking Packing List
One of the most intimidating factors for those new to hiking is not knowing what to bring on your first hike. There’s a lot of resources out there that go over comprehensive lists of what to bring on a hike, but in truth it varies based on how far you’re going, how remote the trail…