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Check out the latest blog posts from Hiking with Shawn. Be sure to head over to my main blog for access to all my posts.
Osprey Manta 34 Hydration Pack Backpack Review
Osprey Manta 34 Hydration Pack Backpack ReviewThe Osprey Manta 34 Hydration Pack is a 34-liter backpack with multiple compartments, a hydration bladder, and adjustable straps to fit most figures. This backpack is a great option for day hikers, shorter backpacking...
10 Small Gear Upgrades that Make Long Hikes Feel Easier
10 Small Gear Upgrades that Make Long Hikes Feel EasierWe all want to make long hikes feel easier. Longer hikes tend to feel a lot harder than they should. There is just so much fatigue, discomfort, and friction. But the truth is, you don’t need big, expensive gear...
Audubon Wetlands Trail
Audubon Wetlands Trail GuideHave you ever hiked at the Audubon Wetlands Trail near John James Audubon State Park in Henderson, Kentucky? In this trail guide, I’ll show you everything you need to know about finding, visiting, hiking, and enjoying the Audubon Wetlands...
Latest Local Hiking Trail Guides
Check out the hiking, cycling, and kayaking Trail Guides by Hiking with Shawn. Visit my Main Trail Guides page to see all the guides.
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...
Grays Arch Trail Guide
Grays Arch Trail GuideHave you hiked on the Grays Arch Trail at Red River Gorge in Eastern Kentucky yet? Grays Arch Trail is quite an amazing hike and might be our favorite trail so far when we visited Red River Gorge back in the summer. Not only do you get to see an...
Latest Gear Reviews by Hiking with Shawn
Check out the latest hiking, cycling, and kayaking gear reviews by Hiking with Shawn. Visit my Main Gear Reviews page to see all my reviews.
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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