Plus tips on how to safely pack everything you’ll need.

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 ...

Outdoor hardware and walking accessories have proliferated beyond head torches and compasses. Sometimes that's for the better, sometimes for the worse. For the better because the useful items help ...

From its vast selection of backpacking gear to its thoughtful mission to protect our planet, REI has quickly secured a spot ...

If it’s your first time hiking, it won’t be enjoyable without the right gear. Firstly, you’ve got your obvious hiking kit, like a backpack to store everything in – like your hiking snacks and water ...

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.

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) – The Carolinas offer a variety of hiking options. You can hike a mountain or near water, but the key to hiking is to be prepared. “Start local. You have Parris Mountain State ...

While you can wear just about anything for a casual stroll, hikers know that you need to be very specific about your outfit when you're heading out for a hike. That's because everything you have on ...

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Don’t hike, especially in the winter, without the 10 essentials: map, compass, flashlight, extra food, extra clothing, sunglasses, first-aid kit, pocketknife, matches and fire starter. They could save ...