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A.T. thru-hiker Leonard Adkins highlights top regional destinations. Find out more about Leonard at habitualhiker.com.

GoLite's Malpais Trinity Jacket and Tumalo Pertex Pant round out Habitual Hiker's Holiday Gift Guide.

Rounding Out the Gift List

by Leonard Adkins October 28, 2011

Here’s a few more items I’ve used this past year that may help you round out your holiday gift list.

Habitual Hiker Gift Guide

by Leonard Adkins October 14, 2011

It may seem early to be thinking about the holidays, but in reality they are only about two months away.

Hunting Season is here

by Leonard Adkins September 22, 2011

Be aware that the primary hunting season has begun.

Blaze Yourself

Blaze Yourself

by Leonard Adkins September 1, 2011

Many people believe that with the approach of autumn comes the best time of year for hiking. Leaves will soon be off the trees and views into the valleys will become more expansive. Cooler temperatures will soon have dissipated the humidity, allowing you to enjoy the far-reaching vistas that were unobtainable during summer’s hazy atmosphere. [...]

Lexington or Bust!

Lexington or Bust!

by Leonard Adkins August 15, 2011

A Habitual Hiker guide to outdoor adventure in Lexington, VA.

Beyond DEET

Beyond DEET

by Leonard Adkins August 3, 2011

A few weeks ago I wrote about actions you could take that might make your outings a little less buggy. Note the key words are a “little less” buggy; no matter what actions you take, there are going to be times when you’re going to resort to a repellent of some kind or another. Several [...]