Fall outdoor activities in New England brought perfect conditions to test the newest hiking boot from Merrell, the Verterra Mid Waterproof. There were plenty of muddy trails to hike, damp conditions to meander and beautiful foliage to admire. Now sadly we’ve moved into Here’s a closer look at theĀ Merrell Verterra Mid-Waterproof boots. Specifications: Weight of […]
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Tragedy on the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal
Nepal has been on my mind. I’ve been reading the news reports about the 40 bodies now recovered from the deadly snowstorm that struck this country earlier this week. Nepal is in its’ prime trekking season on the Annapurna circuit, which receives over 100,000 hikers a year. It is one of the most popular treks […]
Just in Time for Summer: Komperdell Carbon Ultralite Hiking Poles
I haven’t always been a hiker. Growing up in the suburbs of Boston, my family would venture out to the White Mountains in the summertime and partake in ‘family bonding’ aka day hikes on a well-trodden path. My father would be in the lead, charging forward while my brother would be at his heels, and […]