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The Trailhead

The TrailHead

GRAND CANYON GEMS WITH PETER BUGG: THIRD TIME’S THE CHARM

GRAND CANYON GEMS WITH PETER BUGG: THIRD TIME’S THE CHARM

The Trailhead

Every journey has a first step. And some of the greatest, most meaningful journeys begin at trailheads. Welcome to ours! Here you’ll learn about gear, see route and trail intel, and dive into stories, images, and videos from our global community of adventureheads like you. Think of it like "The Third Place"–not home, not work, but your other most important/favorite place. The spot to hang out around like-minded people and have your life decisions and priorities validated. You won't need to justify your latest gear purchase or explain why you're using up all your paid time off hours to this crowd. They get it. Let’s go!

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Tropical Mountaineering to the Summit of the Ko'olaus

Tropical Mountaineering to the Summit of the Ko'olaus

Last summer, my friend and coworker JP Olson and I, met up with Test Pilot, Ryan Moss to hike to the top of the Ko'olau Mountain Range, Kōnāhuanui summit via the Pali Notches.  I had no idea what I...
SOME MUSINGS ON FORGING ADVENTURE PARTNERSHIPS

SOME MUSINGS ON FORGING ADVENTURE PARTNERSHIPS

Words and Photos by Brett Davis @bdavis I made a mistake the other day of overhearing a couple of my students gossip about their adventures in dating and seeking out a true relationship.
SHAKEDOWN 2.0 – JESSICA KELLEY

SHAKEDOWN 2.0 – JESSICA KELLEY

Words and Photos by Jessica Kelley  THE SHAKEDOWN 2.0 marches on with some familiar faces and some new contributors! Dive into what some of our favorite backpacking friends are carrying these days ...
FIVE THINGS: REBECCA SPERRY

FIVE THINGS: REBECCA SPERRY

Words and Photos by Rebecca Sperry @sockedinhikes What are Five Things you can do to become better at the activities you love outside?
FIVE THINGS: HANSI JOHNSON

FIVE THINGS: HANSI JOHNSON

Words and Photos by Hansi Johnson @Hansski @hansski43 What are Five Things you can do to become better at the activities you love outside?
WITH SPRING COMES UNICORNS: AN ODE TO BACKCOUNTRY SKIING’S BRIGHTEST SEASON

WITH SPRING COMES UNICORNS: AN ODE TO BACKCOUNTRY SKIING’S BRIGHTEST SEASON

Words and Photos from HMG Friends and Contributors:
THE SITUATION IS THE BOSS, MAN: HOW ABOUT A HIKE THROUGH A HURRICANE IN THE HUNDRED-MILE WILDERNESS?

THE SITUATION IS THE BOSS, MAN: HOW ABOUT A HIKE THROUGH A HURRICANE IN THE HUNDRED-MILE WILDERNESS?

Words and Photos from Abby Evans @Abby_Evans Our famed series about potentially disastrous adventures with glorious saves is back with a new tale from Abby Evans!
Ground Control to Major Trip Planning in Arizona

Ground Control to Major Trip Planning in Arizona

SPOILER!!! This is how the trip went in video form. It's a bit like skipping to the last page of a book if you watch this first, but I won't judge:
THE SHAKEDOWN 2.0 – SCOTT NECHEMIAS

THE SHAKEDOWN 2.0 – SCOTT NECHEMIAS

@snechemias IG - @alongthewaypoints THE SHAKEDOWN 2.0 marches on with some familiar faces and some new contributors! Dive into what some of our favorite backpacking friends are carrying these days ...
WHO WE HIKE WITH: LIZ KIDDER

WHO WE HIKE WITH: LIZ KIDDER

Words and Photos from Liz Kidder @lizkidder WHO ARE YOU & WHAT DO YOU DO? Hey! I’m Liz, AKA Handstand!
THE SHAKEDOWN 2.0 – ELOISE ROBBINS

THE SHAKEDOWN 2.0 – ELOISE ROBBINS

THE SHAKEDOWN marches on with some familiar faces and some new contributors! Dive into what some of our favorite backpacking friends are carrying these days and why.
Best Kept Secret in the Nation's Heartland - Centennial Trail in SD

Best Kept Secret in the Nation's Heartland - Centennial Trail in SD

The Centennial Trail winds 128 miles through South Dakota's Black Hills, delivering unexpected wilderness magic in America's heartland. This underrated thru-hike serves up everything from Mt. Rushm...