Let’s Go Hiking!
Hiking is one of the most accessible ways to get into nature in an intimate way. It’s slow. It gives us time to experience our surroundings as we go. We …
Hiking is one of the most accessible ways to get into nature in an intimate way. It’s slow. It gives us time to experience our surroundings as we go. We …
I know I’m biased when I say canoeing is a wonderful activity. Here in Minnesota, recreational boating is second only to walking as the favorite outdoor activity. And a full …
Kayak or canoe or stand-up paddleboard—which is best? It depends! Paddlesports, especially kayaking, have been growing exponentially here in the US during this COVID-19 season. There are several reasons for …
Casual day hikers don’t commonly use trekking poles here in the US…and least not yet. I understand they’ve been common in Europe for many years, though. Why? What are we …
Whether it’s a daily workout or an occasional activity like a hike, bike ride or paddle, it’s important to prepare our muscles. In the old days, when I was in …
Cross country, or nordic, skiing is an awesome and fun winter sport that most anyone can do. It’s also one of the best all-around exercises for us. Here are some …
Snowshoeing is one of the most accessible outdoor winter activities. It’s also one of the easiest to get started in. No athletic ability is required—if you can walk, you can …
Of the half of all Americans who participate in outdoor recreation, running and/or jogging is the top choice. So says the Outdoor Participation Report for 2018, 2017, 2016 and I …
Canoeing is a great example of an outdoor activity that’s both entry-level and can be advanced, depending on the water you paddle and your goals. You can get started canoeing …