Insta-relaxation move: Lace up your shoes and head out for a hike. It’s one of the best mini vacations you can take. “No matter how far you’re going, the pace, the weather, the trail— there is always ...

Second only to gear, food is the most difficult thing for backpackers to get right. Follow these recommendations on amounts, types, and overnight storage to avoid learning the hard way. My experience ...

Women’s hiking intro: The free “Women’s Hiking Basics” class is at 6 p.m. March 28 at Alderwood REI, 3000 184th St. SW, Ste. 952, Lynnwood. REI specialists will give a rundown on hiking, such as trip ...

In his latest book, The Joy of Hiking: Hiking the Trailmaster Way, author and hiking enthusiast, John McKinney reveals how you can get the most out of your time on the trail. Larry talks with John ...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, hiking grew in popularity as a way for people to exercise out of their homes in a safe, socially distanced way. In 2021, 58.7 million people went hiking, the Outdoor ...