Hiking can be intimidating at first, especially when you see other hikers with fancy gear like expensive boots, backpacks, and GPS devices. If you are a beginner on a budget, the good…
Ozark Trail 2 Burner Camp Stove Review
The Ozark Trail 2 Burner Camp Stove is one of the more affordable camp stoves from Walmart. There are better stoves out there, but the Ozark is popular because of its cheap…
Is Hiking a Sport? No, Here’s Why
Some people ask if hiking is a sport. To me, the answer is no, but I can understand why some people might ask this question. After all, there are other similar sports…
Camping After Getting a Tattoo, Is It Too Soon?
So you’re getting a new tattoo and want to go play in the woods. You got some really exciting adventures planned and don’t want to miss out. I totally get it. So…
How to Cowboy Camp the Right Way
There’s something special about cowboy camping. Being able to settle down wherever you are and sleep under the Milky Way. What really appeals to me about cowboy camping though is the simplicity…
Playing Music When Hiking: When and How to Do It
Ahh, you’re alone in the forest, listening to the sweet sound of nature. The singing of birds and rustle of the trees. Then you hear what sounds like a frat dance party…
Why You Should Wear Two Pairs of Socks When Hiking
If you are new to hiking, wearing two pairs of socks when hiking seems a little unnecessary. I don’t like wearing shoes or socks at all, so just the thought of wearing…
Can You Hike in Running Shoes?
Hiking in running shoes, how bad can it be? I get why someone might wonder if it’s okay to go hiking in running shoes or even hike in every day sneakers. Maybe…
No, You Don’t Need a Sleeping Bag for Camping (With Alternatives)
When people think of required camping equipment, they think of things like a tent and a sleeping bag, but is a sleeping bag necessary for camping? A lot of people going camping…
Are Timberlands Good for Hiking? (Not really, but maybe)
Timberland is the most iconic work style boot today. The easily recognizable yellow leather boot was first introduced in 1973 and is still quite popular. Originally built to “cope with the hard,…