As women who explore the outdoors, personal safety is one of our top concerns. While studies show that the benefits of time outdoors far outweigh the potential risks - and that these risks are very small - we are bombarded by media stories that make us feel as though creepers … [Read more...]
Approaching others on the trail
Last week we focused on how to handle being approached on the trail, but I would be remiss if I didn't take a moment to acknowledge how to approach others more tactfully than the man who followed my fellow hiker & scared the living daylights out of her. If your intention … [Read more...]
What to do if you’re approached on the trails
Interactions with fellow hikers aren't unusual, but every once in awhile, one can be unsettling. Earlier this summer, a fellow member of a women's hiking forum shared her encounter with someone who had identified himself as a U.S. Forest Service staffer while she was hiking … [Read more...]
Exploring whether to carry outdoors? 5 questions to consider
While violent crime outdoors is rare, one of our most common fears is that we'll encounter a stranger with something nefarious on their mind. To that end, many people consider carrying a firearm for personal protection. Rather than telling anyone what they "should" or … [Read more...]
The Magic of Fireflies
It was the end of a long day & I was feeling dismally unproductive. After juggling too many tasks, nothing seemed to land where it should & I dragged myself to bed feeling defeated. Before I drifted off, I glanced at the stars to put things into perspective - and to … [Read more...]
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