HIKING CAMPING SHOP ABOUT Hey there, I added a new entry to Ridge Raven. It came from time on the trail, boots on dirt, mind wandering, noticing what only shows up when I slow down. The 10 Essentials Every Hiker Should Carry (No Exceptions) There’s a romantic idea floating around that hiking is all vibes: boots on dirt, sun through trees, problems left at the trailhead. And yes is of course the magic. But here’s the truth nobody puts on the inspirational posters: the trail doesn’t care about...

HIKING CAMPING SHOP ABOUT Hey there, I added a new entry to Ridge Raven. It came from time on the trail, boots on dirt, mind wandering, noticing what only shows up when I slow down. Why I’m Doing the Virginia State Parks Trail Quest On paper, the Virginia State Parks Trail Quest sounds simple. Hike a list of state parks.Collect stamps.Earn a little sense of accomplishment. Easy, right? But the real reason I’m doing the Trail Quest has very little to do with checklists, prizes, or bragging...

Hey there, I added a new entry to Ridge Raven. It came from time on the trail, boots on dirt, mind wandering, noticing what only shows up when I slow down. Hiking Occoneechee State Park Beaver Pond Trail (5.38 Miles)Beaver Pond Trail is a multi-use loop open to hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders. It’s a wide, easy trail, great for hiking, walking, or even trail running. I hiked it clockwise, which meant turning left at the start. About 1.5–2 miles in, you begin to see views of the lake....