Starting something new is always hard, and that’s especially true with running. However, knowing a handful of running tips for beginners can smooth the learning curve and help you learn how to run (with joy) faster. As a new or returning athlete, you may be wondering how to run properly in an approachable and sustainable… Continue reading 7+ Working Options for Freshmen to Research Strategies to Run
Stewarding Trails With Craft Brews
Athletic Brewing Company’s Two For the Trails initiative continues its commitment to trails, expanding its impact year after year. There is one undeniable truth about the outdoors: it cannot advocate for itself. As trail users, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts, we must act as stewards of the land and do what we can to preserve… Continue reading Stewarding Trails With Craft Brews
An Epic In a single day inside the Ice Lake Basin
“We’re going to have to get some helmets if we keep doing things like this,” Christine quipped as we regrouped on an alpine ridgeline at well over 13,000 feet. The climb to the saddle had been loose, scrambly, and exposed, and we’d had to put a substantial safety gap between ourselves due to the loose… Continue reading An Epic In a single day inside the Ice Lake Basin
Volunteer Holidays: Your Subsequent Summer season Journey
Looking for a summer filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the chance to give back to nature? Look no further than American Hiking Society’s Volunteer Vacations! What are Volunteer Vacations? Volunteer Vacations offer participants the chance to spend a week or weekend building and maintaining trails in diverse landscapes across the country. Whether you’re a seasoned… Continue reading Volunteer Holidays: Your Subsequent Summer season Journey
Learn to Run on Sore Legs (Increased)
Running on sore legs is no fun, but it’s part of the sport. However, there are steps you can take to reduce sore muscles from running and recover faster. Let’s face it — we’ve all been there. You wake up the morning after a killer workout, and your legs feel like they’re made of lead.… Continue reading Learn to Run on Sore Legs (Increased)
Journey Tales: The End of Obsession
Not many people are lucky enough to find something that excites them to the point of obsession. It’s a unique feeling to be so consumed by something (mountaineering, in my case) that nothing else – relationships, money, or career – is significant. Now that I’m a “normal” person, no longer quite as obsessed with climbing… Continue reading Journey Tales: The End of Obsession
Simple strategies to Assemble a Plan
Running an ultra marathon takes grit and guts. It requires an inner desire to accomplish something that most people will never even attempt. To train for your first ultra marathon, you’ll need to build aerobic stamina, and a strong body that can withstand running for several hours at a time. In this guide, we’ll cover… Continue reading Simple strategies to Assemble a Plan
Appalachian Path Centennial Act (H.R. 9159)- Letter of Assist
PDF Version of Letter September 17, 2024 Statement in Support of Appalachian Trail Centennial Act (H.R. 9159) Chairman Tiffany, Ranking Member Neguse, and Members of the Committee: On behalf of American Hiking Society and the 59 million strong hiking community who enjoy the trails and green spaces across public lands and contribute… Continue reading Appalachian Path Centennial Act (H.R. 9159)- Letter of Assist
A Week of Have an effect on: Rochester Institute of Experience’s 2024 Completely different Break
Since 2008, American Hiking Society has run the Alternative Break program, which allows students to engage in meaningful service projects to conserve and maintain our nation’s trails and natural areas. Today, we highlight our Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) volunteers who traveled to Cloudland Canyon State Park to restore sections of the West Rim, Back… Continue reading A Week of Have an effect on: Rochester Institute of Experience’s 2024 Completely different Break
twenty seventh Hike the Hill Wraps-Up Improvement of Key Priorities
The beginning of the year may seem like a slower time for hikers who are nestled away inside dreaming of longer and warmer days to get out on the trail. For American Hiking Society’s advocacy efforts it’s the busiest time of the year as we get ready for and host Hike the HillⓇ our annual… Continue reading twenty seventh Hike the Hill Wraps-Up Improvement of Key Priorities