Category Archives: Hiking

Get those legs in shape for summer hiking

We run this post occasionally this time of year because of it’s seasonal relevance, for the time to start prepping for that summer hiking vacation is now, not the week before you leave.

The weather is finally turning springlike, which means that many of you are starting to think about the epic hikes you have planned for summer. Since nothing can torpedo an ambitious hiking trip quicker than legs that aren’t up for the task, it’s time to start getting your gams ready for game day. read more

Don’t let a closed road ruin your day

We rerun this post, tweaked and updated, around this time of year to help minimize the chances of finding a closed road leading to your favorite trailhead, especially your favorite mountain trailhead.

The winter sky is dry and clear, the temperature cold, invigorating. It’s the perfect weather for a long mountain hike. Then, your car loaded with gear and enthusiasm, you find your travels and day-hike dreams shattered by those two little words on a barricade baring access to the trailhead:  read more