A Boot Made for Adventure

The Bridger Mid is a boot with a sole for adventure! (See what I did there?). Corny puns aside, this boot will take you places. The unique “O Fit” insole provides cushioning and comfort while offering you a tremendous amount of support. The B-Dry Waterproof feature will keep your feet dry and comfortable no matter the season. Have you avoided waterproof footwear because you dread the feeling of sweaty feet that don’t get…

Essential Supplements for a Healthy Adventure Dog

My dog means the world to me. Anna is one of the most important things in my life, and that’s not an exaggeration. When I first adopted her, I thought I knew everything when it came to pet ownership. I had been working in a veterinary hospital for several years already, and really believed I knew the ins and outs of pet nutrition. The veterinarians where I worked believed that pet foods were essentially…

My First Solo Hike

For me, hiking is cathartic. It’s a means of putting myself in touch with the world around me in a way that allows me to clear my head and feel like a normal person again. It silences those constant thoughts and feelings that run through my head on a daily basis that I just can’t get away from. It wasn’t always that way though. I started my hiking career geocaching with my…

Local Trail Guides

Storm King Mountain Location: Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY Length: ~2.5 Miles Difficulty: 6/10 Storm King Mountain is one of my favorite hikes in the Hudson Valley. It offers gorgeous views of the Hudson River with the Catskill Mountains in the distance, along with views of the amazing Bannerman’s Castle down below. Side note; If you’ve never heard of Bannerman’s Castle, do yourself a favor and look up the history, it…

Hiking With Your Best Friend

My puppy was perfect from day one. Newly adopted, she never once soiled the floors inside. She didn’t bark, and always respected children, adults, and all other animals. It was as though she spoke English—I explained the rules, and she followed them. So, obviously, when I took on the adventures of hiking with her, I never expected there to be any issues at all. My perfectly obedient young rescue would continue to be…