The Green Hiker

Simpler Living blogger Naomi Seldin has a guest post by Gillian Scott on 13 essential pieces of hiking gear.

The post is fine as is … but it’s the comments that truly round out the piece. Worth a peek, if not a gander.

Oh. And I never hike without my sturdy hiking stick. Essential? No. Necessary? Yes.

Additional Essential Hiking Gear Info:

• Planning A Hike

• Hiking Equipment

From Day Hiking To Overnight Backpacking:

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Now Go Outdoors!

Today, June 5th, is National Trails Day!

The trail awareness program sponsored by the American Hiking Society attempts to inspire both the casual outdoors person and the dedicated hiker to explore a local hiking trail.

And in the spirit of the day, the National Park Service is waiving entrance fees in over 100 parks this weekend.

Additional Info:

• AHS General Trails Day Information

• State by State Listing of Parks with entrance fees waived.

Now Go Outdoors!