The terms hiking and trekking are often used interchangeably amongst members of the outdoor community, and while they both basically involve getting outside and walking around, there are some major differences between the two.
Read MoreMarkha valley trek in Ladakh was a soul-warming experience for a few different reasons.
Read MoreWhen you plan for camping or hiking, the first thing that comes to mind is the cold weather and beautiful landscapes. To enjoy the activities like hiking and trekking, you need to protect yourself from the cold and harsh climate on the mountains.
Read MoreWhen I first started camping and backpacking, I’d strategically avoid dinner duty. I’d offer to set up the tent or get water, but I never helped cook because I didn’t know how to use a stove.
Read MoreWhen my partner and I go for weekend trips, we pack like this: throw everything we might need in a pile on the living room floor, transfer the pile to the back of the car, and start driving north.
Read MoreIn August 2017, a bunch of enthusiastic mountain lovers including myself were all set to start an expedition in Uttaranchal which is supposedly one of the toughest in India, especially amongst the Garhwal Himalayas. We were unfortunate as we got to know just the day before our flight that due to a major landslide and bad weather in Gangotri, the route from Gangotri to Nandanvan was affected.
Read MoreWe live in a beautiful world. There are many places that are still in their natural state. These are places that allow us to step away from the society we have created and to enjoy a world that is unscared by men.
This is the draw that calls a hiker to the mountain trails. There is a drive to go higher. To rely only on their own skill and power and to conquer the trails with solo expeditions. But drive and desire are not enough.
Read MoreWhen we talk about trekking, it is critical to be prepared as much as possible. Bringing maps and preparing our gear all come to mind as means of preparation. But do you ever think about finding out your blood type?
Read MoreDo you want to improve your relationship by camping? Are you aware of the best camping ideas for couples that you should try? If you are planning to camp as a couple, then you must know ideas that would work best for you.
Read MoreA Guest Post by Louise Brown The first thing that people think of upon hearing Kentucky is probably fried chicken. Although that’s a very valid association, there’s a lot more to this state than that.
Read MoreA Guest Post by Rich of Rolling Fox. Summer is just around the corner and that means camping season is almost here! I’ve got my camping weekends marked on the calendar and this year my plans include a new essential piece of equipment: a hammock.
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