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11 Hiking & Camping Skills That You Must Know!

Hiking / By Doug

Do you want to explore the great outdoors? Are you looking to become a more experienced hiker and camper? Then it’s time to learn some essential basics for successful, safe hikes and camping trips. Here are 10 hiking & camping skills that you must know! Some Life Saving & Essential Skills 1) Setting Up A …

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5 Famous Trail Runners – For Inspiration & Motivation

Trail Running / By Doug

Everyone has people they look up to, aspire to be like, or follow on social media for that little extra boost of motivation. The trail-running community is no different. For me, it shows what the human body is capable of…and helps me stay up to date with all the new gear coming out since they …

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My Current Gear Wishlist – Things To Spend Money On

Hiking / By Doug

The bad thing about being obsessed with gear is that there’s always cool stuff being released. Or something that I just found out about. Or I discovered it a long time ago but I still haven’t broken down to get it yet. I have a running list. And it’s growing every month or so. Check …

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Hiking With The Fujifilm X100F – A Love Letter

Hiking / By Doug

If you’ve been hiking for a while, there’s a good chance you’ve thought about or actually decided to bring a nice camera with you. One that could help capture the moments a bit better than your phone’s camera. Don’t get me wrong, pictures from phones nowadays can be quite impressive but they likely don’t hit …

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Hiking Vs Backpacking: Is There A Difference?

Hiking / By Doug

Hiking and backpacking are two popular outdoor activities that often overlap but still can be their own thing. Hiking can be shorter and less involved, making it a good option for people who want to enjoy the outdoors without undertaking a challenging expedition. While backpacking trips are usually longer and require more planning, providing an …

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Winter Running Tips: Gear, Layering And More!

Trail Running / By Doug

Winter running might not be as fun or pleasant as running in warmer weather but that doesn’t mean it can’t be enjoyable. By layering up, being a bit more cautious, and following a few more guidelines you can take a lot of the annoyance out of winter running. Here are some winter running tips to …

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Hiking For Beginners On A Budget – 8 Great Tips

Hiking / By Doug

If you’re interested in hiking but don’t want to spend a lot of money, there are plenty of ways for beginners to get started on a budget. Here are some tips: 1) Choose Inexpensive Gear You don’t need the latest and greatest hiking gear to enjoy the great outdoors. In fact, you can probably find …

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Can I Use The Peak Design Tripod When Hiking?

Hiking / By Doug

Short answer, most definitely yes you can. It’s been my go-to tripod of choice for photography-based hiking trips over the past two years after upgrading from a cheap, entry-level tripod that I had forever. The Peak Design tripod has been a breath of fresh air and is actually fun to use. You always feel like …

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Hiking In The Rain: 9 Tips To Make The Most Of It

Hiking / By Doug

Hiking in the rain can be a great experience, but it’s important to be prepared. Make sure you have the right gear to keep you dry and know how to hike as comfortably as possible on the trails in wet weather conditions. With a little planning and preparation, hiking in the rain can be a …

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Hiking At Night: 7 Tips To Keep Your Mind At Ease

Hiking / By Doug

If you’re just getting into multi-day hiking, doing sections, or even the full-thru hike of the AT or PCT. Getting where you need to be by a certain time is key and hiking at night becomes a real possibility. Say you have someone picking you up in town two days out, but with the mileage …

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I'm a Richmond VA based trail runner, photographer, and hiking extraordinaire. Join along as I explore some trails, test out gear, and snap some sweet pics!

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