Itching to get out onto the trails? Check out our list of hiking essentials, designed to keep you safe and maximize comfort as you plod through the wilderness. It's always important to have the right ...

When it comes to outdoor activities, hiking has one of the lowest barriers to entry out there. It’s almost free (minus the transportation cost to get to the trail), doesn’t require much know-how and ...

Whether you’re planning a pleasant day hike or a big mission, forgetting snacks or bug spray can force you to turn back early. Overpacking can be just as inconvenient once you’re struggling up an ...

Whether you’re a beginner or an Adirondack 46er, being prepared is the first step toward a safe and enjoyable hike. But wearing proper clothing and sturdy, comfortable footwear is just the start.

Whether you’re preparing for your first backpacking trip or packing the night before your once-in-a-lifetime, it’s important to remember the essentials with a backpacking checklist. I’ve been ...

Hiking is basically walking in the woods — putting one foot in front of the other while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Just about anyone can do it, and you don’t need a lot of gear to get started.

With incidents like those in mind, this week the Department of Environmental Conservation sent out a reminder: If you need a checklist, they’ve got one. The DEC’s “10 Hiking Essentials” list is a ...

Ladies and gentlemen, the warm weather is nearly upon us and so are lengthier days. This means it's time to get outside and enjoy the many benefits of Mother Nature. Of course, epic outdoor adventures ...

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A travel writer shares the backpacking checklist she used while on a 23-day trip through Southeast Asia. Here, shop the travel essentials she used to pull it off, including On running shoes, a ...