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What to Pack for the John Muir Trail

Jim Warnock, author of the upcoming Five-Star Trails: The Ozarks, will embark on one of the most scenic thru-hikes in America, the John Muir Trail. Packing for 20 days requires a lot of time, preparation, and thought. Here's how Jim chose what to bring with him. There...

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Best Harrisburg Hikes for Kids

Kids are out of school and antsy for some adventures. Parents will be wanting to find a balance between fun summer activities and continuing their children's education outside the classroom. These kid-friendly hikes outside of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, from the upcoming book 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Harrisburg, combine a...

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Traveling with the #YourLead Van

Fasten your seatbelt, our sister company Wilderness Press is about to embark on the road trip of a lifetime! We are jumping onto the vanwagon (see what we did there?), joining outdoor gear company Teton Sports as they rendezvous with like-minded outdoorsy types around the US and Canada. Here are the down-and-dirty details. Who ...

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Tips for Bike to Work Day

Imagine your youthful carefree days when you would hop on your bike and ride for hours with the sun on your face and the wind at your back. Even as an adult you can still experience that sense of fun and adventure. The only difference is that you're...

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Top 10 “BEST” Reasons to Ride A Bike

With May being National Bike Month, it's the perfect time to dust off your helmet and hit the roads. BEST Magazine Cincinnati asked Richard Hunt to list out his Top 10 Reasons to Ride a Bike. Check out what the President of Keen Communications had to say about that space where the...

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5 Reasons to Keep a Hiking Journal

When you're on a thru-hike, the days can easily blend together. This is where a hiking journal can come in handy!  Pack a notebook to document every detail of the journey—it'll be worth its weight in gold one day. If you're on the fence about lugging around a few extra ounces...

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Top Waterfall Hikes in the Ozark Mountains

April showers not only bring May flowers; they also bring cascading waterfalls that are sure to delight hikers and outdoor photographers. Jim Warnock, author of Five-Star Trails: The Ozarks, shares these hikes to try this spring. Watch for Five-Star Trails: The Ozarks, available in October, and follow Jim's adventures at...

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Spring Hikes San Diego, California Hiking and Riding Trail, Stelzer Park, Guy Fleming Trail, Torrey Pines State Reserve, Palomar Mountain

Five Best Spring Hikes in San Diego

With warm breezes, blooming wildflowers, and sunshine on your face, spring is a great time to explore the scenic trails surrounding San Diego. These five hikes from the new 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: San Diego by Sheri McGregor will take you on a wildflower tour...

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An Ode to Read Across America Day

Today is the day we can read all day long, To not open a book would really be wrong. Everyone is reading from sea to sea, You can read to a dog, you can read to a bee. Enjoy a good book outside and breathe the fresh air, Feel the sun...

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