Learn Basic Trail Etiquette You’re not at a dinner party, of course, but rules of decorum do apply even in the outdoors. “The right of way goes to whoever is going up the mountain,” says Park.

To help make the Great Outdoors more enjoyable, and accessible, for everyone, here are 14 basic hiking etiquette rules every grown-ass adult needs to know. 1. Don’t be that unprepared person.

By Bob “Hiking Bob” Falcone. I’m pleased to return to the Independent, covering outdoor recreation and resuming the column I wrote for a number of years.

14 Basic Hiking Etiquette Rules Every Grown-Ass Adult Needs to Know. These trail faux pas are obnoxious, rude, and super unsafe. By Julia Sullivan. August 12, 2024. wweagle/Getty Images ...

Re “What to know before hiking N.H. mountains”: Aside from the lengthy information offered on how hikers can check the weather, in the sidebar to last Sunday’s front-page story “In N.H., a ...

Hiking basics like water, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a safety plan are still essentials in winter, along with the warmer layers you’ll be wearing.

Prevent injuries by hiking smart: know your gear, know your route, and listen to your body. But the best first aid kits for hiking, DIYed or purchased, will ensure you’re prepared for the most common ...

Once you start thru-hiking, though, you’ll stop doing this. A common mantra among thru-hikers is “hike your own hike.” Some people are thru-hiking at two miles per hour. Some people are thru-hiking at ...

The other watches selected in this buying guide are incredibly feature-rich. But sometimes you want just a basic watch for hiking. The Casio G-Shock DWH5600-1 fits the bill.

Bombas Bombas hiking socks show the same attention to detail as their gym socks. They're engineered with a full-cushioned leg and foot, temperature-regulating vents, a reinforced Achilles guard ...