HIKING MUST-HAVES: A RAIN JACKET
- At May 03, 2017
- By Iala Jaggs
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Having a rain jacket during your hike is an important line of defense from the elements while you’re outdoors. Especially in times when it starts pouring in the middle of your hike because hiking in the rain without any kind of protection can cause hypothermia.
So remember, always bring a rain jacket with you before hiking.
TOP 10 BEST RAIN JACKETS FOR HIKING
Do you know what’s the best rain jacket for hiking? That’s where we come in! One of our big goals here at The Adventure Junkies is to make your life easier when it comes to gearing up for the outdoors. This guide will walk you through how to find the best rain jacket for you and show you our selection of the… Read more at The Adventure Junkies
Nowadays, the essential features that a rain jacket should have is that it should be light, stretchy, and stylish. Being protected, comfortable and looking good wearing it is the way to go.
2016 Waterproof Jackets Preview
A new kind of waterproofing, a superlight rain shell, a short-sleeve rain jacket, and more sneak-peak 2016 waterproof jackets from the Outdoor Retailer Show. Windproof, waterproof, and breathable. That used to be enough for a technical shell. Not anymore… Read more at Backpacker.com
Hiking At Petrified Forest National Park In Arizona
- At March 15, 2017
- By Iala Jaggs
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The stony trees, felled millions of years ago, are scattered across Petrified Forest National Park, a geological reminder of eons past when the high desert was a lush and green landscape. The rough bark fools the touch. Rather than the warm, yielding feel of wood, fingertips sense a sharp-edged, impenetrable surface.
Petrified Forest welcomes backcountry hikers
Many visitors don’t realize that the park’s backcountry is open for exploring. I sure didn’t. The park has always been more of a windshield experience. A beautiful 28-mile drive cuts from the Painted Desert north of Interstate 40 to the Petrified Forest south of it. There are pullouts, overlooks and a few short, paved trails, which visitors are admonished to stay on. Although the scenery is spectacular… Read more at AZCentral.com
The Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona is famous for its beautiful and stunning, rainbow-hued remnants of a Triassic forest that is preserved within its boundaries. Also, it has been regularly portrayed as a sad example of fossil theft. In the past, park rangers lamented that a ton of 225-million-year-old wood gets stolen from the park every month, and visitors were viewed with suspicion when they ventured into the national park.
Protecting Arizona’s Petrified Forest Can Be as Easy as Taking a Hike
The vision is “a trip that’s enjoyable, that’s safe, and that protects our resources as well,” Traver says. So far the program has been drawing a greater number of visitors into the desert each year. And other park programs have even benefitted science. During a supervised public dig earlier this year, amateur paleontologist Stephanie Leco found the jaw of a long-snouted fish, the first known occurrence of… Read more at SmithsonianMag.com
On The Trail: Petrified Forest National Park
At Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona, there can be found an abundance of fossilized wood dating back hundreds of millions of years, lining the trails and topping the hillsides. Although it’s illegal, many visitors steal this beautiful wood from the park. But surprisingly, a lot of it has been returned, with apologetic notes… Watch here
Hiking Rattlesnake Canyon In New Mexico
- At February 15, 2017
- By Iala Jaggs
- In hikes, hiking
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Rattlesnake Canyon is the highest point of the hike. The start of the hike is down into a creek bed, crossing the creek and then hiking back up to a high path on the edge of the canyon. Then about half-mile hike, the hiking trail goes vertically down through a bunch of rock stairs until you reach the canyon’s floor once again.
Rattlesnake Canyon (Carlsbad Caverns National Park, NM)
Staying on the trail isn’t too hard. It’s a pretty well-defined trail, defined enough that even Knox knew which way to go as he ran ahead. There are also rock cairns of various sizes along that trail marking where you should go. Save some energy because you’ll have to go back up those two vertical areas when you come back out. Even though they have steps built in, it’ll get your heart rate up. Overall… Read more at 160K
Slot canyons are narrow canyons, like a crevice, that results from rushing water capitalizing on a fissure in another rock formation. Over the years, the liquid carves a beautiful canyon, wider at the top than at the canyon’s lower bed. These slot canyons are found most often in dry places, like areas in New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, Utah and California.
A hiker’s sampler of the Southwest’s slot canyons
The Southwest has so many slot canyons — the number is said to be more than 1,000 — that you could get a crick in your neck exploring this bounty. (You’ll spend a lot of time looking up at the sliver of light that plays off the narrow walls.)… Read more at Los Angeles Times
Zebra and Tunnel Slot Canyons Escalante, Utah
Zebra and Tunnel Slot Canyons in Escalante, Utah are unique. The banding in the sandstone in Zebra is not like many other slots. The colors are different and nature’s design is one of a kind. Although the canyon is very short it has a lot to offer to the… Watch here
Choosing The Best Fleece Jacket For Hiking
- At February 08, 2017
- By Iala Jaggs
- In hiking
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A fleece jacket is one of the essential ear that comes in handy especially during hiking. But with a lot of different manufacturers and materials to choose from, how do we pick the fleece jacket that suits us the best?
FLEECE JACKETS 101
Have you ever wondered how to find the best fleece jacket to suit your lifestyle? Maybe you live in a cold climate and could use some warmth or only need a specialized one just for outdoor sports. Whatever the reason, a fleece jacket is an essential layer of clothing that comes in handy for… Read more at Adventure Junkies
In the past years, there are a lot of significant advances and technology in features like flame resistance, water resistance, and windproof features. These features have improved the quality of fleece jackets. Whether you prefer a lightweight fleece jacket or a sturdy one to protect you from all the elements during during your hike.
7 Features You Should Look for in a Fleece Jacket
While buyers will need to tailor their search to their specific needs, there are seven features that most women will want to look for in a fleece jacket. These seven key features are material and weight, breathability, water resistance, windproof layers, a snug collar and… Read more at Ebay.com
Fleeces and Softshells | Best value: Patagonia R1 Full-Zip Jacket
Walk magazine’s gear expert, Simon Powell, explains why the R1 fleece jacket from Patagonia was his ‘best value’ pick from our round-up of the top mid-layers for hillwalking… Watch here
Choosing The Right Hiking Boots
- At January 25, 2017
- By Iala Jaggs
- In hiking
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Are you having a hard time looking for the right pair of hiking boots? It doesn’t matter if you’re an advanced mountaineer or a casual weekend hiker, the quality of your hike will depend on the quality and comfort of your hiking boots.
HIKING BOOTS 101
A pair of hiking boots might tick all your requirements on paper, but if they don’t fit well, they’ll be a completely useless. Hiking with boots that pinch or give you blisters can even ruin hiking your trip, so this has to be the top priority when buying new hiking boots… Read more at Adventure Junkies
There’s no question, hiking boots are one of the most essential gear for hikers. The right pair of hiking boots will help you hike down the trail with comfort and a smile on your face, while low-quality hiking boots will have you grimacing with every step of the way.
Gear: Choosing the Right Pair of Hiking Boots
When it comes to selecting the shoe for you, forget about looks, numerical sizes, flashy features, or even what your friends recommend–unless their feet are identical to yours. The issues you should consider are comfort, durability, stability, weight, warmth, and water resistance… Read more at Backpacker.com
Best Hiking Boots 2017 | Top 5 Hiking Boots Which Will Take You Through Cliffs And Valleys!
Hiking through thick forests, mountains, desserts or even up the volcanoes can be made easy if you have the ‘right’ boots. This video shows the best 5 hiking boots of 2017. Check it out… Watch it here
