How to Hike Safely in Hot Weather
Hot-weather hiking demands respect — learn how to time your hike, carry enough water and salt, dress for heat, spot early warning signs, and know when to stop.
Tess Nordby
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Hiking & Trails
Hike with confidence — choosing trails, pacing yourself, staying safe, and enjoying the walk instead of enduring it.
Tess Nordby
How to Hike Alone Safely
Solo hiking is one of the great outdoor pleasures — here's how to do it safely, from telling someone your plans to staying found, staying fuelled, and knowing your limits.
Rowan Hayes
How to Choose Hiking Boots That Fit
A practical guide to buying hiking boots that actually fit — how to size for the trail, when to pick boots over shoes, and how to break them in without blisters.
Caleb Frost
How to Plan a Day Hike Start to Finish
A step-by-step guide to planning a safe, enjoyable day hike — choosing a route, checking weather, timing your day, packing right, and leaving word of your plans.
Rowan Hayes
How to Pace Yourself on a Long Hike
A practical guide to hiking pace — how to start slow, use breaks and food well, manage climbs and descents, and finish a long trail with energy to spare.
Tess Nordby
How to Choose a Trail for Your Fitness Level
Learn to read a trail's distance, elevation, and terrain honestly so you pick a hike that matches your fitness — challenging enough to enjoy, safe enough to finish.
Tess Nordby
How to Start Hiking as a Beginner
A calm, practical first-timer's guide to hiking — how to pick an easy trail, what to bring, how to stay safe, and how to actually enjoy your first walks.
Tess Nordby