A hiking buddy is someone who you will laugh with; slog through the mud with; occasionally get angry at; maybe get lost with; and certainly share great stories with. Like any good relationship, you might  be apprehensoive at the beginning. Who knows if you’ll be a good match?



I’ve had a lot of hiking buddies over the years, some who…

When you are out camping it gets very dark at night. I have been to some campsites that I can hardly see my hand in front of my eyes. Lightening is an important essential when out camping. I have been camping for over 26 years and have found that everyone should have their own flashlight and a lantern or two for the campsite itself. Nothing worse than tripping over a piece of wood for the fire and falling when you can't see a thing. I always have 2 or more flashlights over the recommended…