and one of the most profound examples is hiking. It’s also one of the easiest new sports to take up, since you already know how to walk, and that’s the biggest part of it—no lessons needed!

Many hiking routes contain the occassional rocky ... do not require the use of ropes. Some examples of Grade 1 UK scrambles include Crib Goch on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and Striding Edge in the ...

Take boots, for example. Summer hiking boots may be sturdy and waterproof but they aren’t insulated. So, unless you live in a location that experiences mild winters, your feet will freeze.

But there are downsides to waterproof hiking footwear, too. First of all, they are a bit heavier and more expensive. For example, one of our favorite light hiking shoes, Danner’s Trail 2650, weighs 24 ...

'It’s more than 20 miles by gravel roads from the nearest pavement, so you have to make an effort,' but it's so worth it. A gentle breeze wafts across the back porch of Point Camp. Waves lap ...