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The cicadas that make up Brood VIII have emerged from hiding, and you’ve probably heard the insect orchestra so hard at work. They want to mate! The sound made by male cicadas — peaceful to some, grating to others —…

Those hiking the Appalachian Trail this year are surely thankful that the United States government shutdown didn’t last longer, as it would have prevented them from legally traversing 101 miles of the legendary footpath in the Shenandoah National Park. While…

The Wilderness is designated areas of land that are protected by the United States Government. Not just any federal land is qualified to be considered Wilderness. In fact, the land must have scientific, educational and historical value. Currently, our preservation…

Everyone is different. We’re all different shapes and sizes, and we all have metabolisms of varying speed. These are only a few of the factors that help determine how much ground we can expect to cover if we walk all…

Staying hydrated and full of calories is important for any hiker. In the winter, it’s important to intake more calories because your body burns more calories attempting to keep your body warm and moving. It’s estimated depending on the temperature…

We don’t often think of the dangerous animals that often lurk all around us, mostly because humans have no natural predators. Usually, it’s through our own stupidity that we get attacked or injured by these otherwise miraculous creatures. We don’t…

If you enjoy hiking, then you’re probably accustomed to trails that extend for quite a few miles. Some follow loops, while others force you to turn around when you finish. The Appalachian Trail (AT) extends thousands of miles from Georgia…

Getting outside to hike benefits your mental and physical health in many ways, according to New Jersey Employment Attorneys. Hiking allows you to commune with nature and it gets you outside with other people. You get fit and you have…

The oceans of the world are vast, wide, and deep. They constitute about 70 to 80 percent of the earth’s surface, and if one were to look at a Google planet shot of the ocean, one could easily get the…

As the weather turns around and the sun comes out, it’s hard to sit inside. Hiking is one of the most common outdoor activities and can be enjoyed by anyone. If you are going to be hiking in the summer,…