Hiker Blog




November 25, 2007

Go take a hike, but make sure to have good shoes

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 7:10 am

Those boots are made for hiking, but that doesn't mean they'll do.

Unless the boot's perfect, the hike won't be.

Hiking is a healthy and popular way to enjoy the outdoors. It can promote weight loss, stabilize cholesterol levels, reduce hypertension and reduce the risk of heart disease. In 2002, 73.1 million people participated in hiking and 23.4 million went backpacking at least once, according to the Nationwide Survey on Recreation and the Environment, a telephone survey conducted for the U.S. Forest Service. Read more

November 24, 2007

Family holidays on horseback

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 8:00 pm

"On horseback, you all go at the same rate. We were able to keep everyone together"

Saddle up: From rustic to pampered, a novel way to spend time with the family A vacation planned around horseback riding is a great way for families to have fun together, enjoy nature without enduring crowded ... via Canada.com

ATVs & Motorcycles - Temple, California, United States

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 11:57 am

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Adults seek to restore bond between kids and nature

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 6:32 am

"He said, `I've never been in the woods before!' "

On any given Saturday, if you want to find Alex and Matthew Weber, you'd better put on hiking boots. via StarNewsOnline.com

Protect Against Diseases when Hunting or Enjoying Outdoor Activities

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 12:44 am

"If you are bitten or scratched by any animal, wild or domestic, contact your physician or local health department to discuss the need for preventive rabies treatment."

Cooler weather entices thousands of Texans outdoors to enjoy hunting, hiking, camping and other activities. via Marshall News Messenger

November 23, 2007

Trails spread across Kansas

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 4:15 pm

When winter arrives in Kansas, it's not indoor time for Sid Stevenson. The Kansas State University professor of recreation and park management spends part of the cold season on the hiking and biking paths of ... via Salina Journal

Eiger Adventure equipment

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 11:08 am

Indonesia has its own brand of camping equipment called Eiger Adventure . This company is based in Bandung Java and has been around since 1990. via Bali Blog

It’s a wonderful dog’s (and cat’s) life

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 2:51 am

"A sense of humor is so important"

Coco's Christmas was doggone good last year. The 5-year-old Shih Tzu got a stocking full of treats and found a pink wool sweater, pink mohair sweater, black fur-trimmed parka and hiking boots waiting under the ... via Daily Herald

November 22, 2007

Runners Give Up Shoes

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 6:06 pm

"He passed away recently, so we'll use these shoes for some good"

By Jessica Clark First Coast News ST. AUGUSTINE, FL -- Runners know how important shoes are. via WTLV

It’s a wonderful dog’s (and cat’s) life

Filed under: Uncategorized — Hiking News @ 12:18 pm

Coco's Christmas was doggone good last year. The 5-year-old Shih Tzu got a stocking full of treats and found a pink wool sweater, pink mohair sweater, black fur-trimmed parka and hiking boots waiting under the ... via Cincypost.Com




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