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A hiking trail in Colorado. Hiking safety is essential in rugged terrain.

The 10 Essentials for Hiking, Plus a Few Pro Tips

A lesson on the 10 essentials for hiking and why they’re especially important when you’re hiking solo, or in rugged terrain.

My day hiking essentials include sunglasses

What's in My Pack: Day Hiking Essentials

My pack contains day hiking essentials that will not only keep me comfortable, but also keep me alive in case of an emergency.

A sunhat with built-in SPF protects the part in my hair

8 Surprising Sun-Smart Tips for Outdoor Travel

Youthful vanity has led to three painful rounds of topical chemotherapy. So let me share some sun-smart tips.

From the highway in Wyoming during a solo road trip out west

18 Tips for a Solo Road Trip Out West

A solo road trip out west is iconic. But going it alone in regions where gas stations are few and far between does require you to be smart about a few things.

What to Pack for a Day Hike - Beginner's List

Most of my hiking has been done with nothing more than good intentions and a water bottle. But with bigger hikes comes bigger responsibility.