Camping offers numerous benefits for physical and emotional well-being. Going camping can reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance overall mental health—not to mention the exercise that comes from accompanying physical activities, such as hiking, fishing, and paddling. The Best Tent Camping books are comprehensive guides for...
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William Nealy is still a relevant name and trusted source in the paddling world today, even though his last book was published more than 20 years ago. The Story Behind the Collection William Nealy was born in Birmingham, Alabama. He explored the Alabama backwoods as a Boy...
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A lack of cell service on a hike is a common problem, and most trail apps require payment to download an offline map for those times. But physical trail guidebooks will always be handy. They are perfect when service is spotty or your phone is...
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From fishing to recreational sport, paddling has been around for thousands of years. Historically, paddling was a way for cultures to survive—facilitating fishing, hunting, trade, and warfare. It even helped with exploration on sea voyages. Today, people use paddling to exercise, for enjoyment, to relieve...
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Today, Menasha Ridge Press is celebrating 40 years of independent book publishing! Starting a small indie business is tough in any climate and in any industry. Travel book publishing is no different. Menasha Ridge Press was founded in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1982, and we’re still here!...
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EDITOR’S UPDATE: He did it! M.J. Eberhart finished his 2021 Odyssey Hike of the AT and, at 83 years old, became the record holder as the oldest person to do so! Congrats! While he might humbly shrug and disagree, M.J. “Sunny” Eberhart, also known as Nimblewill...
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As more and more people look to hiking for exercise, as a hobby, as a challenge, for improving their mental health, and simply as a way to enjoy nature, many need advice on where to go. I often see Facebook posts from people asking for ideas...
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[Note: the following information was current as of August 1, 2020.] The Bighorn Fire, named for the bighorn sheep that roam the Santa Catalina Mountains north of Tucson, began after a lightning strike hit those mountains on June 5th, 2020. Fanned by high winds and exacerbated...
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Although I grew up in Colorado, I did not grow up hiking with my dad. I really don’t know why this was the case, but at some point, he was a single dad of two with a full-time job, while I was a sassy teen...
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There is much to be thankful for the season. And very little of it has to do with walking around inside, elbowing through the crowds and shopping. That’s why once again we’re locking arms with folks across the outdoor industry and shutter our online shopping cart...
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