by Jessica | Oct 21, 2023 | Getting Started, New To Hiking
Thank you for visiting my page, whether you’re an experienced hiker or a newbie. I’m happy to have you here. Safety is something I don’t feel like gets talked about enough, especially when you are first starting off. It tends to be one of those...
by Jessica | Sep 24, 2023 | Getting Started, New To Hiking
When I started hiking, I came off two years of being COMPLETELY sedentary. Like, 400-700 steps a day. Getting into mountain hiking was intimidating because the only experience I had in the last five years before was Azure Mountain. And that was certainly NOT easy. I...
by Jessica | Aug 1, 2023 | Getting Started, New To Hiking
Can you really go from being sedentary to climbing high peaks within a year? The answer is YES! Yes, you can. It takes a lot of time, dedication, commitment, and mental and physical strength, but it CAN be done. When the pandemic hit in early 2020, I bottomed out. I...
by Jessica | Apr 17, 2023 | Getting Started, New To Hiking
Hiking is a great way to explore the outdoors and challenge yourself mentally and physically. Having the right gear and equipment ensures a safe and enjoyable experience. Here are six items I recommend for people starting out hiking and wanting a pleasant attitude...
by Jessica | Apr 9, 2023 | New To Hiking
Mud season is an annual occurrence in the Adirondack Mountains, typically lasting from late March to mid-May when the snow melts, and the trails become muddy and slippery. This time of year can be incredibly challenging for hikers, with the risk of injury and damage...
by Jessica | Apr 6, 2023 | New To Hiking
Oh, Azure. My beloved Azure. If you have read any of the local Adirondack hiking books, Azure Mountain, it is referred to as a short and easy family hike. Clearly, none of these people have children or asthma. Let’s just say this… I use Azure as my...
