Let me make sure I understand: the old man has a bad back, so you want to avoid climbs, but you’re not concerned about the 40-plus-pound pack he’ll be hauling? As long as you don’t hold me legally responsible, here are five fantastic dog-friendly hiking spots that hopefully won...
These large and lean dogs were classically employed to run ahead of firefighting carriages and clear the way, but they are just as happy running through the park. Great if you are looking for a more protective breed to accompany your long-distance jogs.18. Australian Cattle DogThe Australian ...
Met up with friends on Saturday for climbing, and we visited multiple crags in the park. The rain came in overnight and we woke up to a drizzling Sunday morning, decided to just head home. But the weather cleared it was blue skies when I hit Warm Springs and I was not ready to ...
Virginia is home to Shenandoah (fun fact: it’s one of the few national parks that is dog friendly). The Waysides along Shenandoah’s Skyline Drive are well known for their blackberry milkshakes, scoops of ice cream or ice cream pie. Hikers can also grab groceries and supplies. Two of...
But let me break it down a little. We left “Michigan in the rear view” a week ago, with one final walk in a park with these amazing black squirrels who refused to hold still for their photo. I really need to get a zoom lens for my phone. Night #1 we spent with a friend of ...
Keep your dog (if allowed on the trail) on a leash and ideally, have them wear a brightly colored harness or vest pack. Make some noise on the trail—talking with your hiking partner or singing will help alert hunters to your presence. For more information, check out the article Staying...
gained height, I regretted not having any of those spikey things with me to slip over my boots. We didn’t see much in the way of wildlife, a couple of those big soary-type birds and a dog in the car park that might have been half-bear, but it was good to get out into the ...
4.AllTrails Searching for a little-known hiking trail? A scenic spot to bike? A dog park near your home? AllTrails makes it easy to find these things and more. Users can sort routes by activity, suitability (think stroller friendly and wheelchair accessible) and popularity. You can further ...
We went to one of our favorite places, Deer Park, and of course, I had to take photos to document this incredible day where I hiked two miles without pain! I hope you enjoy the pics, and is there ever a time when Nature doesn’t inspire poetry? I don’t think so! These poems ar...
Best testing story:One Colorado-based tester snagged the X Ultra 4 Mid GTXs for an alpine day hike in Rocky Mountain National Park. As she slogged uphill, she realized she wasn't alone on the scree-filled shoulder. "There was this mountain goat, just staring at me from its perch on ...