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Sam A Baker Fire Tower and Mudslick Trail Video
Sam A Baker Fire Tower and Mudslick Trail VideoIn this video, we visit Missouri’s Sam A Baker State Park. We hike the Fire Tower Trail, then take the Mudslick Trail to complete the loop.What You’ll See in this Video This is what you can expect to see in this video: An...
Nada Tunnel Guide
Nada Tunnel GuideHave you ever driven through the Nada Tunnel in Red River Gorge, Kentucky? This tunnel is more than just an old tunnel in the roadway. It’s the Gateway to Red River Gorge and all the great trails that you’ll be so anxious to start hiking on. It’s...
Pea Gravel Overlook Backpacking Adventure Video
Pea Gravel Overlook Backpacking Adventure VideoIn this video, we hike to Pea Gravel Overlook in the Shawnee National Forest for a backpacking trip. We camp, cook, and enjoy the beautiful scenery the Shawnee National Forest has to offer.What You’ll See IN THIS VIDEO...
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.
Pea Gravel Overlook Backpacking Adventure Video
Pea Gravel Overlook Backpacking Adventure VideoIn this video, we hike to Pea Gravel Overlook in the Shawnee National Forest for a backpacking trip. We camp, cook, and enjoy the beautiful scenery the Shawnee National Forest has to offer.What You’ll See IN THIS VIDEO...
Hurricane Bluff Video Guide
Hurricane Bluff Video GuideIn this video, we join some friends for a hike around Hurricane Bluff in the Shawnee National Forest. This trail has a lot to see and is located near High Knob in Southern Illinois.What You’ll See At Hurricane Bluff This is what you can...
Fall Colors at Horseshoe Bluff Video
Fall Colors at Horseshoe Bluff VideoIn this video, we make the rugged hike to Horseshoe Bluff in the Shawnee National Forest to see fall colors. It was a great idea because we got to see beautiful fall colors, awesome bluffage, and other scenic views.What You’ll See...
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.
CompressionZ Shorts and Tights for Hiking and Trail Running
CompressionZ Shorts and Tights for Hiking and Trail RunningCompressionZ shorts and tights are compression wear products that are relatively inexpensive and great for hiking and trail running. I’ve been wearing their compression shorts and tights for both hiking and...
Under Armour ColdGear Leggings for Hiking and Trail Running
Under Armour ColdGear Leggings for Hiking and Trail RunningThe Under Armour ColdGear Leggings are insulated tights that wick moisture, made for outdoor and athletic activities, and are often used by many athletes. I use them myself for hiking and trail running. I’ll...
Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Tactical Sports Watch for Outdoor Adventures
Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Tactical Sports Watch for Outdoor AdventuresI’ve been using the Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Tactical Sports Watch for most of the year and, so far, it has been the ultimate outdoor watch. I’m using this watch as my everyday watch, but mainly for...
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