Have you noticed the colorful slideshow on the Google homepage today? It is a Google Doodle that celebrates the Appalachian Trail, the world’s longest hiking-only footpath. The trail s… Read More
Folks, few hikes are more scenic and exciting than the 200+ miles of the Appalachian Trail (AT) through the rolling hills of Pennsylvania in the United States.
Hiking the Pennsylvania po… Read More
When embarking on a thru-hike adventure, having access to valuable resources and handy links can make the journey smoother and more enjoyable. Comprehensive trail guides are exceptionally he… Read More
Earlier this month the Piedmont Appalachian Trail Hikers club published a review of my new book, Ramble On: How Hiking Became One of the Most Popular Outdoor Activities in the World. The… Read More
The Harford County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the body found on the Ma and Pa Trail in Bel Air, Maryland, is that of Rachel Morin, a 37-year-old mother of five who went missin… Read More
Amanda Winstead is a writer from the Portland, OR area with a background in communications and a passion for telling stories. Growing up, she spent summers in Maryland with her grandpare… Read More
Le bref Version: avec un sentier étendant à travers 14 états et la plupart 2 170 miles, le Trail des Appalaches propose visiteurs sauvage, magnifique , boisé… Read More
Harpers Ferry is a place I visit quite often. Not only because it’s a beautiful town itself but also because of some amazing hikes and outdoor adventure vibes. It’s also very ric… Read More
Rail Trail Routes
Oh, and if you need a sumptuous place to rest your head, check into the iconic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. You’ll find more of a selection for hikes in Dinos… Read More
TravelTrainedWhat Is Thru-Hiking? (Expectations, Tips, Top Trails & More)
As a hiker, I always have my eyes set on the next region of the world to conquer. Thru-hiking is an adventure… Read More
September 17, 2022 – Stony Level, NY
Issue: Simple – Average
Size: Roughly 2.7 miles
Max elevation: 1,289 ft. – whole elevation acquire roughly 494 ft.
Route kind: C… Read More
The original plan was to make it to Crampton Gap Shelter the first night, but we got a late start, so we decided to just make camp at the Ed Garvey Memorial Shelter.
Historic Harpers Ferr… Read More
Several years back, I was rediscovering a love for hiking that I hadn't experienced since I was a kid. As I was learning and growing as a hiker, I heard about the Appalachian Trail (or AT fo… Read More
One of the most famous vistas on the Appalachian Trail (A.T.), McAfee Knob, has been given additional protection with the acquisition of three tracts of land near Roanoke. This effort, led b… Read More
In search of the best and most fun things to do in Elkins, WV?
Incorporated in 1890, Elkins is is a city located in West Virginia in Randolph County, United States.
Elkins was named after a… Read More
The following is an adaptation from my book, Ramble On: A History of Hiking: On October 29, 1929, a day after losing almost 13% of its total market value, the Dow Jones Industrial Average pl… Read More
Javier Folgar, founder, Toa Waters
Photo: Toa Waters
A podcast interview with Javier Folgar, founder, Toa Waters, is available in the Podcast Section of Hispanic Marketing and Public Relati… Read More
11 Places to Visit in North Carolina
You can let the seasons guide your vacation in North Carolina.
#1 Asheville North Carolina
A charming mountain town. Known as a hipster haven. Beer City… Read More
Not meA handful of years back, when I really started getting into hiking, I read a good article about the Appalachian Trail (aka the AT). It triggered an idea in my head that I might like to… Read More
Many Gen Xers and Xennials were introduced to one of America’s legendary trails when they played the Oregon Trail computer game. All you have to do is ask, “Where were you when y… Read More