Hiking News
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Why America is Blowing Up Dams
What America’s dams mean for the trails, rivers, and wildlife we love By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada I stood on the shoreline of Lake Powell three summers ago. A bathtub ring of bleached sandstone rose sixty feet above the waterline. Just a week earlier I had waded a free stone creek in the North Cascades.…
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No Reservations Means Long Lines at Yosemite
Yosemite Has No Reservation System This Summer, and the Lines Are Already Brutal By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada What Dropping the Reservation Did to the Entrance Gates I watched this coming from a mile away. When the National Park Service announced it was dropping the timed entry system for Yosemite, my first thought was not…
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New National Park Fees
New 2026 National Park Fees: The “America First” Price Hike Explained By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada I was hiking up the Angels Landing trail in Zion a few years back, sharing a sliver of shade with a couple from Germany. They were stoked about the red rocks, the heat, and the sheer scale of the…
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What is Rucking and Is It Good For You
Rucking for Beginners By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada I’ve done my fair share of outdoor challenges, Ragnar relays, Spartan races, mud runs that left me questioning my life choices. Until recently, that idea sounded like punishment, not recreation. Then, something caught my eye. At a wellness festival in Michigan, an event called the Longevity Challenge…
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10 Unforgettable Outdoor Destinations
10 Outdoor Ideas for Your Next Celebration By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada I’m Cap Puckhaber, a marketing professional, amateur investor, part-time blogger, and outdoor enthusiast. Today, we break down some adventurous outdoor ideas for anniversaries, birthdays, first dates, and other special milestones! Why Choose the Outdoors for Your Next Celebration? People often celebrate meaningful occasions…
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Why Taranaki Volcano Is a Legal Person
The Story of Taranaki’s Legal Personhood By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada I’m Cap Puckhaber, a marketing professional, amateur investor, part-time blogger, and outdoor enthusiast. Today, we break down the amazing spectacle of the Taranaki Volcano in New Zealand. Taranaki, a majestic dormant volcano, sits on the west coast of New Zealand’s North Island and holds…
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The Outdoor Enthusiast’s Guide to Stargazing
The Outdoor Enthusiast’s Guide to the Night Sky By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada I’m Cap Puckhaber—a marketing professional, amateur investor, and part-time blogger. I love finding the intersection between my hobbies. Today, we explore how to leverage your passion for the outdoors to experience the universe. Many people only look up when a “once-in-a-lifetime” event,…
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Chasing Clicks on Closed Hawaiian Trails
Haiku Stairs and Sacred Falls Trail By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada Hawaiian Trails are known for lush landscapes, pristine beaches, and breathtaking views. These outdoor wonders attract adventurers from all over the world, eager to experience the beauty of the islands firsthand. But in recent weeks, two disturbing incidents have brought the darker side of…
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Why REI Ended Its Experiences Program
REI’s Experiences Program is Over: Here’s Why and Your Best Alternative By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada I’m Cap Puckhaber, a marketing professional, amateur investor, blogger and outdoor enthusiast. Today we’ll break down why REI recently ended its popular Experiences program. Why REI’s Decision Matters In a surprising move, REI announced it is ending its Experiences…
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Are Exoskeletons a Game-Changer for Hiking
Can hiking exoskeletons turn your body into a superhuman e-hiker By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada I’ve been hiking and backpacking for over 15 years, exploring everything from rugged mountain passes to dense forest trails. Through all these experiences, I’ve learned how much gear shapes not just what we do outdoors, but who can do it…