Why Do You Hike?

Why Do You Hike?

Getting down to the roots of a thing Why do I love to hike? I get this question a fair amount—sometimes in the form of “Are you crazy?” That usually happens when I sleep on the ground by the fire in the snow or when I stay for three days in a downpour and don’t go...

Tips for Enjoying the Trail With Your Man

Tips for Enjoying the Trail With Your Man

Guestpost by Loral Pepoon Today I (Loral) would like to share some tips for ladies who are just starting on outdoor adventures, for those who want to get out there but haven’t yet, or for those of you who really don’t want to go on the trail at all—but your man does....

Lessons from Being Lost

Lessons from Being Lost

When I was a child, I spent every minute I could in the woods. As I have grown older it has become harder to find the time and less enjoyable to be in the woods with my sweetheart at home. So we started this journey to find what works for us and meets our yearnings...

Bears are sooo rare!

Bears are sooo rare!

I'm going to talk like we are brothers and sisters here because I'm not a bear expert—hope that is ok. I do know a few things and want to share. Bears are sooo rare! in Middle Tennessee—During dozens of hiking trips in Middle Tennessee I have never seen a bear....

Improve your experience with these 4 lessons

Improve your experience with these 4 lessons

4 lessons from that first trip Buy lightweight rain gear and always have it with you. We researched the weather like I had never done before. Before hiking with my honey, I just prepared for all weather and didn’t look at the forecast. But my Sugar melts in the rain...