{Written by Summit Hut Gearhead Doug and Lauren James } Day 3: Fox Poop Everywhere On the third day of our trip, we hiked from Little Harbor to Black Jack campground. This hike is about 8 miles, and we were a bit sore by this point, so each hill we did encounter was a new…
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Trans Catalina Trail Santa Catalina Island, California
{Written by Summit Hut Gearhead Doug and Lauren James } Introduction Santa Catalina Island is a rocky little island off the coast of Southern California. It’s about 75 square miles in total. You can get there via ferry from several ports in the San Diego or Los Angeles area. Most of the island is part…
Queen Creek Canyon: Your Pocket Friendly Climbing Guide
Introduction Queen Creek Canyon, located an hour east of Phoenix, AZ is a picturesque outdoor recreation area. Along with several volcanic towers, it is an ideal spot for climbing and bouldering. If you are an avid rock climber, the Queen Creek area has countless routes and boulders to scale. Overview of Queen Creek Canyon If…
The Top Rock Climbing Destinations in Arizona
For avid climbers, Arizona is akin to heaven. Famous for its desert landscaping and striking routes, this place is quite a haven for rock climbers worldwide. The varied topography caters to the diverse interests of a climber by ease level and type—from rock to boulder, trad to sport; Arizona surely has a spot for you….
Colorado Trail Guidebook: Your Ultimate Hiking Companion
Fancy a beautiful, serene trail with plenty of flora and fauna, passing through dense forests… With stunning views of the mountains, wildflowers, and pretty skies above, the Colorado Trail is every adventurer’s dream come true. The Colorado Trail is a haven for hikers, horse riders, and bicyclists or mountain bikers. It is a non-motorized area,…
Climber’s Guide to American Fork Canyon, Rock Canyon
Introduction American Fork Canyon is a canyon named after the American Fork River. Located in the Wasatch Mountains, Utah of the United States, this American Fork Canyon is famous for the Timpanogos Cave National Monument that resides on its south side. In the Hell’s Cave area in the American Fork Canyon, there is a climb…
Training for Hiking: Your Digital Guide
For every outdoor activity or adventure sport, you ought to practice and get trained. It will instill confidence in your mind and make the activity more enjoyable for you. If you are planning for a hiking trip, prioritize getting trained so that it doesn’t get too exhausting for you. As it is an intense…
Hiking for Beginners: Advanced Techniques & Tips
If you are interested in practices for going out into nature and want suggestions on how to do this, then this place suits you. This is why hiking is preferred; it allows one to enjoy time in nature while having positive effects on his or her body and mind. Hiking for beginners is only easy…
Choosing Best Running Shoes For Adventure: A Complete Guide
Introduction Running shoes are an indispensable part of several outdoor activities and adventure running is one of them. As adventure running is a comparatively intense sport, choose running shoes that have a heavy cushioning for the heel and the toe. They are generally prepared from mesh to allow air circulation and impart breathability to the…
A Beginner’s Guide to Train with Heart Rate Zones
Introduction to Heart Rate Training Heart rate training controls the workout intensity by using your heart rate. It limits your heart rate to a specific range, denoted as a percentage of your maximum heart rate, for a particular time period. The aim of heart rate training is to prepare your aerobic system without stressing your…