Hiking with Shawn Blog
Welcome to the Hiking with Shawn Blog! You can expect weekly blog posts featuring hiking, camping, cycling, and kayaking tips. I also post trail guides around Southern Illinois and beyond. You’ll also find gear reviews on the Hiking with Shawn Blog, as well.
Latest from the Hiking with Shawn Blog
The Hiking with Shawn Blog will feature one post a week featuring outdoor recreation tips, trail guides, and gear reviews.
How to Plan a Last Minute Hike without Overthinking it
How to Plan a Last Minute Hike without Overthinking itIf the urge to hike hits fast and you’re too busy trying to plan a last minute hike, you might overthink it enough to actually ruin the hike. Overthinking your hiking plans will definitely kill spontaneous hikes....
John James Audubon State Park Guide
John James Audubon State Park GuideHave you been to the John James Audubon State Park in Henderson, Kentucky? It’s a great state park. My wife and I visited recently and really enjoyed our visit. In this guide, I’ll give you a full review of the state park and what to...
Baleaf Winter Running Thermal Tights Review
Baleaf Winter Running Thermal Tights ReviewBaleaf Winter Running Thermal Tights are one of your choices for budget-friendly active apparel. Winter tights make an important difference for men and women who recreate outdoors. They’re designed to keep you warm whether...
10 Short Hiking Trails in Southern Illinois for Cold Weather Hikes
10 Short Hiking Trails in Southern Illinois for Cold Weather HikesAre you looking for short hiking trails in Southern Illinois for cold weather hikes? Winter is here for a while, and it will eventually get really cold, as it always does in Southern Illinois. That...
Koomer Ridge Campground Guide
Koomer Ridge Campground GuideHave you ever stayed at Koomer Ridge Campground in the Red River Gorge of Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern Kentucky? My wife and I stayed at Koomer Ridge for an extended weekend during our one-year wedding anniversary and explored...
Alps Mountaineering Alliance Trekking Poles Review
Alps Mountaineering Alliance Trekking Poles ReviewI’ve been using the Alps Mountaineering Alliance Trekking Poles as my first experience with trekking poles, so I wanted to give my honest opinion of these trekking poles. In this review, I’ll share my likes, dislikes,...
Best Budget Winter Hiking Gear Under $50
Best Budget Winter Hiking Gear Under $50Are you looking for the best budget winter hiking gear you can find this season? Winter hiking doesn’t have to be expensive. With the rising gear costs, you can use smart budgeting tactics and still enjoy winter hiking....
Auxier Ridge to Courthouse Rock Trail Guide
Auxier Ridge to Courthouse Rock Trail GuideHave you ever hiked the Auxier Ridge to Courthouse Rock Trail at Red River Gorge in the Daniel Boone National Forest in Eastern Kentucky? In this guide, I’ll show you everything you need to know about hiking this trail, from...
Osprey Talon 6 Waist Pack Review
Osprey Talon 6 Waist Pack ReviewThe Osprey Talon 6 Waist Pack is a great option for day hikers who don’t want to carry a load on their backs. The Talon 6 Waist Pack by Osprey Packs is definitely one of a kind for hiking day packs. Instead of putting a load on your...
Latest Trail Guides
Check out the latest trail guides published in the Hiking with Shawn Blog.
John James Audubon State Park Guide
John James Audubon State Park GuideHave you been to the John James Audubon State Park in Henderson, Kentucky? It’s a great state park. My wife and I visited recently and really enjoyed our visit. In this guide, I’ll give you a full review of the state park and what to...
Koomer Ridge Campground Guide
Koomer Ridge Campground GuideHave you ever stayed at Koomer Ridge Campground in the Red River Gorge of Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern Kentucky? My wife and I stayed at Koomer Ridge for an extended weekend during our one-year wedding anniversary and explored...
Auxier Ridge to Courthouse Rock Trail Guide
Auxier Ridge to Courthouse Rock Trail GuideHave you ever hiked the Auxier Ridge to Courthouse Rock Trail at Red River Gorge in the Daniel Boone National Forest in Eastern Kentucky? In this guide, I’ll show you everything you need to know about hiking this trail, from...
Latest Gear Reviews
Check out my latest outdoor gear reviews posted in the Hiking with Shawn Blog.
Baleaf Winter Running Thermal Tights Review
Baleaf Winter Running Thermal Tights ReviewBaleaf Winter Running Thermal Tights are one of your choices for budget-friendly active apparel. Winter tights make an important difference for men and women who recreate outdoors. They’re designed to keep you warm whether...
Alps Mountaineering Alliance Trekking Poles Review
Alps Mountaineering Alliance Trekking Poles ReviewI’ve been using the Alps Mountaineering Alliance Trekking Poles as my first experience with trekking poles, so I wanted to give my honest opinion of these trekking poles. In this review, I’ll share my likes, dislikes,...
Osprey Talon 6 Waist Pack Review
Osprey Talon 6 Waist Pack ReviewThe Osprey Talon 6 Waist Pack is a great option for day hikers who don’t want to carry a load on their backs. The Talon 6 Waist Pack by Osprey Packs is definitely one of a kind for hiking day packs. Instead of putting a load on your...
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