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You might think of Amtrak as a commuter train system whisking people to business meetings along the east coast corridor. But if you want to experience camping and hiking at the highest levels of quality, the best access from an Amtrak train comes at Glacier National Park in Montana. Amtrak, unlike most airlines, is quite … Continue reading “Best Camping & Hiking from an Amtrak train – Glaciar National Park”

Heading out to the mountains this weekend on a hike? Hiking is a well-loved outdoor activity that aside from being great fun has many major benefits from helping you focus better to improving your fitness level. Hiking allows you to unplug, explore the world around you and reach neigh heights – mentally and physically! In … Continue reading “Hiking for Beginners: 10 Awesome Tips”

Are you’re hiking boots looking a bit tattered and you’re wondering how long before you should invest in a new pair? In this guide, I’ll answer the key questions around boot longevity and help you calculate how long your boots have left. Hiking boots typically last between 500-900 miles depending on the quality of the … Continue reading “How Long Do Hiking Boots Last? KNOW When to Replace Your Hiking Boots”

Heading out on the trail this week or planning a trip and wondering what are the best pants to wear? In this guide, I’ll walk through the best clothing options for your legs and help you figure out the best pants to wear when trekking. In warm and mild weather many hikers (including me) like … Continue reading “What Pants to Wear Hiking? Easy Trail Guide”

Are you looking to improve your fitness, physically and mentally? Hiking as a huge number of benefits from improving your strength to increasing your ability to focus. Perhaps the most incredible thing about hiking is that almost anyone can do it. Hiking is free, accessible and open to all. It requires some equipment if you’re … Continue reading “8 Incredible Health Benefits of Hiking”