Packing light for a long day hike
My day pack used to weigh almost eight kilos. Cutting it in half made long routes far more enjoyable.
Day hikes, maps and lightweight gear.
Reading contour lines without the stress
Contour lines look intimidating, but a few simple rules make a paper map surprisingly easy to read.
Five things I learned on autumn trails
Shorter days, wet leaves and cold mornings change how I plan every walk once September arrives.