Logistics are the small but critical things that go into a hiking trip. These include permits, trail conditions, trail/area closures, fire awareness, transportation, weather, and communication.
Month: August 2023
How to Plan My Hiking Route Part 3: Seasons & Weather
Shorts or pants? Sun hat or beanie? The season and the weather can be huge factors in choosing your hiking route.
How to Plan My Hiking Route Part 2: Distance & Elevation
When choosing a trail, think about how long you want to be out on the trail. How much time do you have? Do you have all day, or just an hour or two?
How to Plan My Hiking Route Part 1: Where Am I Going?
How to plan a hike, or where should I go? A lot that goes into answering this question, including: How do I find a trail/route? What is in the route (how far, how much elevation) What season is it? What are other logistics I need to keep in mind? Today we'll talk about the first …
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The Fantastical Columnar Basalts of the Diablo Canyon Recreational Area
Diablo Canyon Recreational Area is located to the northwest of the city of Santa Fe, NM. Diablo Canyon Recreational Area is known for its incredible basalt columns and is a popular hiking and climbing location, and has appeared in numerous film sets.
Trail Running: Gear 101
Trail running gear! Who doesn't love the thought of cruising through the crisp, clean air, feet crunching as you fly through a forest? But...what do you wear? Trail running gear can be confusing, but it doesn't have to be. What you need to trail run starts simple, and grows as your trail running does. For …