When The Weatherman Blows The Forecast (aka Our Epic Venture To Long Branch Shelter)

It is sunny when we leave Atlanta and the forecast is for temperatures in the 50’s in nearby Franklin, N.C.  But as we drive the 2 1/2 hours north to the Appalachian Trail we spot a line of clouds and a cold front pushing in from the Northwest. Mobile checks at the Weather Channel has […]

Thorton v’s Boone, Round One

You’d think after hiking for 2.2 miles that the dogs would be tired, but here they are romping on a beach beside the Chattooga River. 

Letting Rebel Go: Saying Goodbye To Man’s Best Friend

I miss my dog – not that I don’t have a new one, but I can’t forget my old one.  It was 18 months ago, when Rebel sat outside the door watching me pack for a hike to The Perch in North Georgia.  He died within ten days of that trip, and I vividly recall […]

How to Use a New Dog Backpack

You can go along with your loved dog on outdoor vacations and enjoy the fun the family does such as going camping, hiking or just experience the great outdoors with other happening events. Many people like to have their dog carry some of the gear, which does indeed relieve the stress on their own backs. […]

Hiking With Your Dog: Fun and Safety Tips

The Appalachian Trail In Five Minutes

Five minutes doesn’t do the Appalachian Trail justice, but this is an interesting look at the hike.  What is portrayed accurately is that for all the incredible views along the way (and there are many), there is plenty of “green tunnel” time – or moments where you are just making your way North on via yourhikes.com

Spectacular North Dakota Hikes – Bring the Dog

For those of you longing for a “Best Hikes With Dogs – North Dakota” book, wait no longer.  Susan Wefald, recently released her guidebook, “Spectacular North Dakota Hikes – Bring the Dog.”  No word on why the good folks at Mountaineer Books didn’t get to Susan first (as they don’t have a North Dakota book […]

Video: The EzyDog Backpack – Features And Functionality

Video: How To Select Gear For Your Dog

A Book Review of – Best Hikes With Dogs New Hampshire and Vermont

Best Hikes With Dogs New Hampshire & Vermont By Lisa Densmore 2005 – The Mountaineers Books paperback 253 pages Guidebook/New England/Hiking Any dog loving hiker who lives in or plans to visit New Hampshire or Vermont would do well to consult this book by an Emmy award winning television producer and writer, Lisa Densmore. The […]