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Gall Wasps & Oak Trees: A Hiker’s Guide

Unpacking the mysteries of gall wasps and their unique, creepy-beautiful galls

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The 4 Kinds of Hiking for Introverts: Navigating Your Calm Space on the Trail

How introverts can navigate the social demands of hiking—with or without company.

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6 Easy Catskills Hikes

Want a deep Catskills experience without the angst of a rigorous mountain hike? These are the hikes for you.

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Where to Hike in New York in June

Updated monthly, this guide will inspire you to explore New York’s best hiking trails.

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Surprising Reasons to Walk After Every Meal

Here’s why you should make walking after meals a ritual.

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Harness the Power of Overnight Oats: Ultimate Breakfast for Hikers

Overnight oats breakfasts are nutrient-dense powerhouses that fuel your body for day ahead.

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Walk Through Mud

Here are three great reasons to always walk directly down the middle of every trail, and especially through any mud puddles or water you find on the trail.

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Tick Season Tactics for Hikers

Tick season sucks. When to worry, where to look, how to avoid, the best ways to prevent, and how to treat any tick bites you find.

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Advice for Solo Female Hikers: Persist

Women hikers often face pushback for heading into the wilderness alone. It’s time to call it what it is.

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Catskills Frequently Asked Questions

These are the most frequently asked questions about The Catskills, according to Google.

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10 Ways to Be a Better Winter Hiker

Winter hiking can be a wonderful and rewarding experience, but it presents specific challenges. The following tips will help you become a safe and successful winter hiker.

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Best Hikes of 2022

These are the best hikes I did in 2022 — 17 amazing day-hikes sorted by level of difficulty.

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Quiz: Catskills Scenic Spots

How well do you know your Catskills scenery?

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Patreon & WordPress Access: Issues & Fixes

For Patreon subscribers, problems with unlocking content on this website are not common — but they are frustrating. Here are the fixes.

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