Interested in backpacking (or inspired by this year’s 481 End-to-Enders)? Getting started can be intimidating but once you get going, it’ll quickly become second nature. Here’s what you need to know about backpacking as you get started. Have questions? Email our experts or stop by the Marvin B. Gameroff Hiker Information Center in Waterbury. Clothes […]
Everything to Know About Hiking with Kids
Hiking with kids is intimidating. There are more needs to anticipate and plan for. You will carry more. There’s new gear to navigate. We get it. Keep reading to get the whole family outside and hiking. How to Start Hiking How to hike with kiddos depends greatly on their age and abilities. Infants can generally […]
8 Tips for Avoiding Search and Rescue Services
There can be no denying that 2021 was been an active year for search and rescue (SAR) in Vermont. While no database provides exact numbers, there have been an estimated 25 percent more incidents than usual. A backcountry rescue can require more time and resources, so it’s important to know how to get yourself out […]
How to Start Hiking as an LGBTQ+ Person
This post was written by Lettie Stratton, founder of Wild Wanderer, an online community promoting outdoor activity (including hiking, biking, gear reviews, and more) for those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Follow the adventures on Instagram. I grew up hiking, backpacking, and camping in Vermont. The outdoors has always been a big part of my life, […]
