Tutorials
Learn how to complete specific hiking tasks and projects with these helpful tutorials and walk-thrus.
How to Use a Compass
This short step-by-step guide makes the process straightforward and enjoyable.
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.
How to Identify Bear Tracks in Snow
It’s so exciting to identify bear tracks in snow. A clean bear print is an impressive thing, always a thrill to see.
How to Shorten Your Reservoir Hose
This is a great 2-minute project. Shorten your reservoir hose and enjoy every future hike that little bit more.
Best Camera Settings for Photographing Sunsets & Sunrises (40+ Tips)
Plan, prepare and shoot the perfect sunrise or sunset photo. Here’s everything you need to know.
Identify Bobcat vs Coyote Prints in Snow
One of the most exciting things to discover on a winter hike is a set of bobcat or coyote tracks in the snow — but which is which?
35 Best Quick Tips for a Safe Winter Hike
These 35 tips for winter hiking will help keep you safe in the harshest conditions
How to Plot Your Hiking Route with GaiaGPS
Watch as I plot a trailed route in the Catskills using GaiaGPS on my phone — after which, I plot a bushwhack route up Sleeping Lion and Halcott Mountain.
10 Best Post-Hike Hacks
One of my favorite post-hike hacks is to have a clean pair of socks and shoes waiting for me back at the car. It’s so amazing. Here are ten fantastic ways to treat yourself after a big day.
Hiking Pace Formula
One of the simplest things you need to know about any hike is: how long will it take? Knowing a planned hike’s duration is crucial to being able to figure out what to bring in terms of safety supplies, water and food.
