Tips on Using Hiking Boots for First Time

• How to break in your brand new hiking boots
• Great tips for lacing your day hiking boot
• How to waterproof your day hiking boots
• Prepare your feet to avoid injuries on hike
• BONUS: Lighter pack a great reason to day hike

Learn about trail guidebooks available in the Hittin’ the Trail series.

Learn about trail guidebooks available in the Hittin’ the Trail series.

Learn about trail guidebooks available in the Hittin’ the Trail series.

Learn about trail guidebooks available in the Hittin’ the Trail series.

5 Good Reason to Take Kids Hiking

• Reason No. 1: Bonding
• Reason No. 2: Commune with nature
• Reason No. 3: Exercise
• Reason No. 4: Develop character, skills
• Reason No. 5: Adventure
• BONUS: What to do if your child fears the outdoors

Learn about trail guidebooks available in the Hittin’ the Trail series.

Learn about trail guidebooks available in the Hittin’ the Trail series.

10 Tips on Where to Hike with Kids

• National, state parks
• Check out kid activities at state parks
• National forests
• BLM land
• County parks
• Beach
• Gem & fossil trails
• National Natural Landmarks
• Private property: Not such a great place to hike to hike
• When not to take kids hiking in certain areas
• BONUS: Three great hiking quotes to discuss with day hiking with kids

Learn about trail guidebooks available in the Hittin’ the Trail series.