I never take an umbrella hiking in the Rocky Mountains or elsewhere. Read the 4 reasons why I don’t take an umbrella hiking when I go exploring the mountains. Continue reading
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The Most Important Thing To Bring When Hiking With Kids

Do you know the most important thing to bring when hiking with kids?
Over years of hiking with my kids I have found that this is the single most important thing to bring when I go hiking with kids. This will make sure your hike is fun as opposed to unpleasant. Continue reading
Hiking Shoes – A Comparison Of Different Styles

What kind of shoes should you wear hiking?
Proper hiking shoes can make the difference between a fun and a miserable hike. Here are my tips on the best shoes to wear hiking in the Rocky Mountains.
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3 Tips On The Best Hiking Clothes

The right clothes can make you comfortable when hiking.
The best hiking clothes are clothes that will keep you warm, dry, and comfortable while on a hike. Here are the best kinds of clothes to wear when hiking.
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Optional Hiking Gear – 11 Items To Consider Bringing

This family chose their gear carefully…
These 11 bits of optional hiking gear are things that I can be useful on hikes. Here are 11 things that you should consider bringing with you on a hike. Continue reading