Hiking with Shawn – Shawnee National Forest
Learn about everything Shawnee National Forest and Southern Illinois State Parks on this official Hiking with Shawn website. Find trail guides, blogs, top 10s, gear reviews, and updated conditions for the Shawnee here on Hiking with Shawn. The Shawnee National Forest is a nearly 280,000-acre National Forest located in Southern Illinois.
Hiking with Shawn is an outdoor recreation brand that promotes hiking, biking, and outdoor use centering around the Shawnee National Forest, Southern Illinois state parks, and beyond. This brand was founded by Southern Illinois native and avid outdoorsman Shawn Gossman. Shawn is also a licensed and permitted hiking guide offering guide services in the Shawnee National Forest.
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How to Hike in the Snow
How to Hike in the SnowSome people are terrified to hike in the snow. Some don’t because it’s too cold. Some people will hike in the snow but not the ice. Hiking in the snow or ice, for that matter, isn’t always a bad thing. You can see a lot of cool stuff during...
Outdoor Freelance Work
Outdoor Freelance WorkDid you know I provide outdoor freelance work? I’ve been interested in and practicing various digital marketing, content creation, writing, and social media activities for the past twenty-five years. I’ve always been interested in maintaining the...
How to go Hiking in the Rain
How to go Hiking in the RainDoe the very idea of hiking in the rain scare you or make you think it’s too dangerous to do? What if I told you that hiking in the rain could be as safe as hiking in any condition and make for a much better hiking experience? Hiking in the...
Why Early Morning Hiking is the Way To Go
Why Early Morning Hiking is the Way To GoAre you into early morning hiking, or do you like to sleep in before getting up to go for a hike? Did you know that hiking in the morning might be what you need to make your day better? Not everyone can hike in the morning...
5 Best Illinois State Park Trails to Visit the Year
5 Best Illinois State Park Trails to Visit this YearThere are a lot of Illinois State Park Trails to choose from in the southern part of the state! I wanted to feature five great trails you should check out this year. Here are 5 of my favorite Illinois State Park...
Future Hiking with Shawn Group Hikes
Future Hiking with Shawn Group HikesHiking with Shawn group hikes is something I’m planning to do more of soon. I know that many of you would like to hike with me, and I’d love to hike with you. I have some ideas for group hiking events. I’d also like to see your...
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