Hike into Rio Grande National Park (San Juan Mountain Range)
DAY 1 (9/6-9/7/96) After Frank Rutherford and Vern Deneana made it to my house we left Ft Worth Tx around 16:30 on September 6th 1996 and arrived in Antonito Colorado …
Hiking
What to have in your first aid kit when hiking/climbing
After going on long hikes/climbs lately I decided that it would be prudent for me to start carrying a first aid kit on me. I’ve read some horror stories about …
What mountain clothing do I need?
Having the right gear in the mountains will make a huge difference to your day, protecting you from the elements, keeping you comfortable and allowing you to get on with …
Walking boot fitting tips
Looking for a new pair of walking boots? Keep these tips in mind. 1. Thick socks can leave you cold. A sock’s main purpose is to keep your foot dry …
Advice: purchasing Boots for Skiing, Walking or Climbing.
BREAKING IN All footwear requires some amount of breaking in before reaching optimum comfort, therefore we would expect your new footwear to feel firm, snug, perhaps a little stiff, but …
Kit guide – climbing UK hills and mountains
It never ceases to amaze me just how unprepared hikers can be when going up some of the UK’s biggest hills and mountains. Yet a busy day can see mountain …
Physical fitness for hiking or trekking
Physical fitness is an important part of any outdoor activity. But for those people interested in getting into trekking, physical fitness is probably less of an issue at the start …