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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.
Surprising Reasons to Walk After Every Meal
Here’s why you should make walking after meals a ritual.
Undivided Lot & Laurel Ledge Loop
Want classic Gunks terrain, scenic views and a fun cave? Hike this hike.
Harness the Power of Overnight Oats: Ultimate Breakfast for Hikers
Overnight oats breakfasts are nutrient-dense powerhouses that fuel your body for day ahead.
Rip’s Rock from Winter Clove Inn
The fun hike to Rip’s Rock from Winter Clove Inn leads to one of the key historical Catskills locations — and stunning views.
Gall Wasps & Oak Trees: A Hiker’s Guide
Unpacking the mysteries of gall wasps and their unique, creepy-beautiful galls
Black Fly Season Means Black Fly Bites
When to watch for black flies, how best to avoid them, how to repel them, and how to treat super-itchy black fly bites.
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.
Stissing Mountain: New Trail from Thompson Pond
A super fun new route (currently under construction) up a steep rugged side of Stissing Mountain.
Stissing Mountain Fire Tower (Classic Trail)
A short, sharp huffer-hike to a very tall fire tower with amazing views of the Catskills and Taconics.
Hodge Pond 3: The Nazgûl Loop
A route that combines so many strange and disparate elements, it’s unforgettably weird!
Southwest Hunter from Stony Clove Notch
A steep but straightforward route to one of the easiest bushwhack summits in the Catskills.
What is Soft Hiking?
A refreshing perspective on outdoor experiences, emphasizing mindfulness, accessibility, and personal enjoyment.
Huckleberry Loop, Catskills: a Mile-by-Mile Guide
Is Huckleberry Loop Trail the most beautiful hike in The Catskills? This mile-by-mile guide walks you through it all.
Overconsumption in the Outdoors: How Brands Push Unnecessary Products
One constant upgrade push that really bugs me is the promotion of water bottles targeted at hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Overconsumption drives climate change.