How to Stay Safe as a Solo Female Hiker [From Experience!]

The last time I counted, a few years back, I had hiked or trail-run over 1000 miles solo, cumulatively, including two 14ers in Colorado.  I’ve since stopped counting but continued hiking solo.   As someone that didn’t consistently hiking until I was…

10 Free Things to do in St. Augustine [Local’s Insight]

Looking for free things to do in St. Augustine, Florida?  You’re in the right spot!  As a popular tourist destination, St. Augustine, Florida offers lots to do – but costs can quickly add up when you’re paying for a St. Augustine hotel…

Local’s Favorites: Top Places to Run in Portland, Oregon

Visiting Portland, Oregon soon? Don’t forget to pack your running shoes!  It’s a great city to run in…if you know where to go.  Fortunately, as a sort-of local, I’m sharing my top recommendations for places to run in Portland, Oregon. Each of these…

10 Tips for Beginner Hikers

Looking for beginner hiking tips?  You’re in the right place.   I grew up “playing in the woods” and occasionally going on a family hike in New Jersey, but it wasn’t until my 20s that I really started hiking.  My hikes were initially…

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