Boots, I definitely am always planning my next hike or backpacking adventure! Uh oh, I need to head to HA! Special thanks to the very talented and creative hiker, Geolyn “Boots” Carvin, for letting me share her hilarious cartoons. Her website, On the Trail with Boots McFarland, has many more funny cartoons about the trail …
Author: Hiking Lady
Product Review: Energizer Trail Finder 7 LED Headlight
My Energizer® 7 LED Headlight is a great product for the price! I was asked by Energizer to check out their newly released headlight, the Energizer Trail Finder 7 LED Headlight. I have since bought a couple as gifts for fellow hiking friends. When I am on the trail after dusk, or on a camping …
Product Review: Women’s Columbia Explorer II Pant
[amazonshowcase_9c5724ec64d42f77f4c420d414de3e11] Women’s Columbia Explorer II Pant The Columbia Explorer II is a good all-around women’s hiking pant, and has a very stylish design to boot! Like everything I wear hiking, these pants are wicking, and will dry very quickly if you’re caught perspiring on a hot day, splashed from a stream crossing, or drenched in …
Product Review: Women’s Columbia Jammin’ Journey Full Zip Fleece
[amazonshowcase_c263b45f47728f3403976434750ac71f] Columbia Jammin’ Journey Full Zip Fleece I love fleeces, and there is much to love about Columbia’s Jammin’ Journey fleece: it is super comfy, very stylish, incredibly soft, and serves the technical functions of repelling water and keeping me warm when hiking on chilly days. As all you avid hikers know, it is important …
Coupons and Deals for September!
Looking to save some cash? Here’s a good way to save! If you have more deal codes that work, please post them in the Comments section below! Happy shopping! Coupon Codes for 10% and 15% off Moosejaw Purchases 10% off Regular Priced Merchandise with coupon code CJ10 15% off Regular Priced Merchandise at Moosejaw.com with …
Hiking Trails: Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park, Orange County, CA
If you’re looking for some Orange County, CA hiking trails, the Caspers Wilderness Park should be on your list. It is the largest park established in Orange County, CA and has many trails to explore with views of the Cleveland National Forest. With 8,000 acres, you’ll have plenty to explore! To the north it is …
Huge REI sale started today
REI has awesome outdoor gear, but when it isn’t on sale it can be pricey! But great news: REI’s Labor Day Sale just started. Now is your chance to stock up at steep discounts. I just bought myself several items online, and plan to head in store later today. Super Clearance 83 cent sale August …
Hiking Humor: Hikerholics Meeting #1
I haven’t used my bear canister as furniture yet… but having a campfire vs. TV? That answer is easy! Special thanks to the very talented and creative hiker, Geolyn “Boots” Carvin, for letting me share her hilarious cartoons. Her website, On the Trail with Boots McFarland, has many more funny cartoons about the trail adventures …
Hiking Wit
From my Scottish friend Jacqueline Clifford: “One good thing about hiking is that you are only a stones throw away from the rocks.” “You can always tell an experienced hiker, but you can’t tell him much” A turtle is crossing the road when she is mugged by 2 snails. When the police arrive and ask …
Contest for a free Mountain Hardwear Pack
If you’re like me, you love free stuff, especially free hiking stuff! I just found this contest run by Mountain Hardwear, and everyday until September 17, 2009, they’ll be giving away a free pack. You do have to provide them your email address. Good luck! I sure hope I win one! They’ll be giving away …