I met the other hikers in an online hiker’s forum, and our loose relationships led to a loose dynamic on the trail. The group ebbed and flowed in size as we meandered through the dense hardwood forest. Some days I walked with the others, sometimes I went alone. Because of my blindnes...
His documentaries have been featured on the cover of National Geographic Magazine three times and he has served as a producer and correspondent for National Geographic's "Explorer" series, where he led countless expeditions. An avid adventurer, Kelley is an Appalachian Trail Thru-hiker, has paddle...
His documentaries have been featured on the cover of National Geographic Magazine three times and he has served as a producer and correspondent for National Geographic’s “Explorer” series, where he led countless expeditions. An avid adventurer, Kelley is an Appalachian Trail Thru-hiker, has ...
The plan was to go on a little excursion on a catamaran ‘sailboat’ to go snorkeling, then spend some time on the beach. M and I on the catamaran We showed up right on time to get on the boat (8am I believe), and we headed out. This was our first time to experience something...
Research what maps you’ll need. First, ask the area’s land manager what topos-USGS, USDA Forest Service, regional-best show the trip you’re planning. Also, check regional hiker’s guidebooks and Web sites. USGS topos are available athttp://ask.usgs.gov; check to be sure you’re ...
In October of 2017, Colorado residentShuei Katoset out to summit 14,067-foot Missouri Mountain. An experienced hiker, Kato prepared maps for his route, and packed plenty of food and clothing. He summited successfully, but when early-season snow set in and covered the already-faint trail, he...
Research what maps you’ll need. First, ask the area’s land manager what topos-USGS, USDA Forest Service, regional-best show the trip you’re planning. Also, check regional hiker’s guidebooks and Web sites. USGS topos are available athttp://ask.usgs.gov; check to be sure you’re ...