Activities

Hike Like a Lady

Meredith Hayes Hiking, Safety and Survival June 22, 2020June 22, 2020 28 Comments

Essential Tips Every Girl Must Know Being Out In The Wilderness.

What to Consider Before Setting Off

If you want your journey to be safe read more

Protecting Your Camera Gear When Camping

Kelly Joyner Photography May 25, 2020May 25, 2020 13 Comments

By Kelly Joyner

Camping can be all about getting away from civilization and back to nature. Unfortunately though, Mother Nature can some pretty unique ideas of fun when it comes to changing weather patterns.

Knowing how to protect your photography gear while camping can help keep your outdoor experience fun and safe for you and your equipment.

Protecting your camera gear

Carrying your camera body, lenses, memory cards and batteries in small, ziplock plastic bags will help protect your gear from excess moisture. read more

7 Best Bucket List Hikes for Solo Female Travellers

Mila Whitman Hiking, Solo Adventure, Travel and Adventure, Trekking April 30, 2020May 7, 2020 28 Comments

By Mila Whitman

Hiking solo is good for the soul and offers an incredible sense of freedom!

If you are a solo female traveller looking for something easy, a trail to do in a group or a real solo challenge, there is something for everyone!

We start with an awesome trek in Peru, the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

THE INCA TRAIL IN PERU

The Inca Trail is the most popular trek to the famous historical site. It’s a 45km, 4-day long trek that takes you through breathtaking forests and to some of the most incredible read more

Your First Hiking Adventure: Science-Backed Ways to Conquer Anxiety

Caitlin Evans Fitness and Well-Being, Health, Hiking April 23, 2020March 2, 2020 26 Comments

By Caitlin Evans

I haven’t always been the outdoorsy type of person. Sure, I had always preferred walking instead of driving, and during the warmer months, my bicycle is my most prized possession, but hiking and camping were something entirely different. Somehow, I had always thought of them as reserved for hardcore nature enthusiasts willing to get sweaty, muddy, and unafraid of bugs or snakes.

But as I started spending more time writing and studying on my computer, I realized that I craved being read more

Staying Healthy on the Trail: Nutrition Tips for Solo Hikers

Caitlin Evans Food and Cooking, Health, Hiking, Trekking March 5, 2020February 19, 2020 27 Comments

By Caitlin Evans

Hiking alone can be an exhilarating, terrifying, life-altering, and excruciating experience.

Having just seen Wild for the first time a couple of months ago (and having berated myself for not watching it earlier), I was amazed at how the challenges and setbacks faced by a first-time solo female hiker have been accurately fleshed out in a couple of hours.

If you are getting ready to head read more

The Natural Beauty of Preikestolen or Pulpit Rock Norway

Nicole Anderson Hiking, Travel and Adventure February 20, 2020March 24, 2020 116 Comments

By Nicole Anderson

Preikestolen or Pulpit Rock Norway, (Preikestolen in English: “The Pulpit Rock”, “Pulpit” or “Preacher’s Chair”) once visited, is one of those places that you are never likely to forget. To say it is impressive feels like it’s an understatement. Its majestic beauty and that of its surrounding region is hard to compare to anywhere else.

Acknowledged by many as being the most photographed and popular site of natural beauty in Norway, Preikestolen read more

Delicious and Nutritious Snacks for Your Next Family Camping Trip

Camille May Finley Camping, Children, Food and Cooking, Hiking January 23, 2020January 17, 2020 29 Comments

By Camille May Finley

More than just treats, the food you bring along on a camping trip is the fuel that will be available to your body. This is why experienced hiker Shelby Kisgen emphasizes the importance of mindfulness when packing snacks, especially if you’re responsible for feeding other people, like your family. That means choosing to nibble on healthy sources of energy read more

Hiking and Chronic Conditions: Is it Possible to Make it Work?

Caitlin Evans Health, Hiking January 2, 2020December 27, 2019 27 Comments

By Caitlin Evans

I wasn’t always hooked on hiking as a form of physical exercise.

At first, my weekend excursions were about spending time with friends. We’d get up relatively early on a Saturday or Sunday morning and head to a nearby national park where we’d cover 5-10 miles, depending on the weather and route. But, it turned out, the more time I spent this way in nature, the more I realized how beneficial it was to my physical and mental health.

And that’s no surprise. After all, read more

Set Your Inner Adventure Junkie Free

Caitlin Evans Activities, Fitness and Well-Being, Getting equipped, Safety and Survival, Solo Adventure October 24, 2019October 15, 2019 31 Comments

Set Your Inner Adventure Junkie Free:

How to Cope With Setbacks, Fear, and Anxiety

By Caitlin Evans

The word adventure has a jolly good ring to it, doesn’t it?

There you are, climbing a mountain, struggling through the fast-melting snow, the weight of your backpack pinning you down to the face of the cliff.

Or there you are again, riding the perfect wave as the sun sets over the peaks of a dormant volcano.

There you are again, walking into Santiago de Compostela, having just trekked over read more

Sleeping Under the Stars: Backpacking Gear Guide

Shannon Minnis Backpacking, Camping, Getting equipped July 4, 2019August 30, 2019 28 Comments

By Shannon Minnis

Every year, millions of people pack their gear and head outside to camp. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you live, there’s nothing quite like the long-lasting memories you create when you’re camping.

When going out in the wilderness it can be refreshing to totally unplug. This is what’s referred to as Boondocking or going “off the grid” which means camping with nothing but a tent for shelter and no electricity. If you’ve read more