“It would be merciful for people not to come calling and disturb the loneliness of the mountains, to which I have returned from the sorrows of the world.” Muso Soseki, 14th-century Zen Buddhist poet
Timeless wisdom of the mountains
Category: Get Outside
A Woman Who Likes High Places
Steph Davis is an amazing athlete, rock climber, BASE jumper, and self described friend of dogs. And yes, she likes to be in high places – she climbs extremely exposed pinnacles in the desert, jumps off the Eiger, and every time I see a new video on her blog she seems to be falling out …
Free Visit to Any National Park?!
The U.S. National Park Service is hosting a fee free day September 25, 2010 (Public Lands Day), and November 11, 2010 (Veterans Day) Yes, that means you can get free entry at the 147 national parks that charge admission. There are so many parks to choose from… where shall we go? 🙂
A Remarkable Woman: Helen Thayer
Helen Thayer is by far the most dynamic and inspirational person I have ever met. No, I am not exaggerating, and I hope many more people have the opportunity to meet her like I did last week at the Outdoor Retailer show in Salt Lake City. My expectations were already high before meeting Helen in …
The Ultimate Appalachian Trail Map
As I read about the adventures of others, I constantly remind myself of the motto of Hiking Lady: “Let the Adventuring Begin”! I recently came across an excellent Appalachian Trail Map published by the National Park Service, and it made me realize how many amazing places there are along the AT! Click here for a …
Headed to OR!
No, not Oregon. 🙂 I’m on my way to the Outdoor Retailer Show in Salt Lake City and will be reporting back to Hiking Lady readers! I will be scoping out new hiking gear, trail treats, and the newest and most innovative apparel. What am I MOST excited about? A meeting with the legendary adventurer, …
Participate in a Charity Hike!
Hiking Lady has teamed up with Climb Up So Kids Can Grow Up! Last month we learned about their great charity program where they help you turn your personal outdoor sports challenge into a fundraiser to help African children with AIDS. Do something good for yourself and children with AIDS. I’ve simplified all the details …
What’s Your View of Heli-Hiking?
This weekend in the Wall Street Journal there was an article about a new trend called Heli-Hiking. I certainly had never heard of it before, and sure hope this doesn’t gain popularity. Apparently tour companies are setting up heli-hiking trips, flying people in to pristine wilderness areas so they can go on day hikes before …
Hiking Lady Will Get You On A FREE 30 Day Trip To Wyoming!
Yep, that’s right. I will do my best to help you win. 🙂 Here’s the deal. The famous non-profit National Outdoor Leadership School is hosting a contest in partnership with the apparel and gear brand Patagonia. They are offering 6 prizes, with the Grand Prize being a 30 day all expenses paid trip to the …
City Girls Summit Mt. Rainier!
It sure seems like some people are just able to accomplish it all! Today my Facebook friend Nina G. pointed out this inspiring story in The News Tribune about a group of seven women who climbed Mt. Rainier in early July. Not only was the all womens rope team a unique aspect of this trip, …