trail community
Carol Kennedy is a retired elementary and special education teacher living in Fort Collins, Colorado. She is devoted to helping differently abled people enjoy the outdoors.
I’m the founder of a global hiking movement called 52 Hike Challenge. As you can imagine I am committed to hiking often and weekly.
Access to natural areas and green spaces has been linked to numerous health impacts including; improved air quality, reduced heat effects, improved mental and physical health, and increased biodiversity.
We talked with Phil and Hailey to learn more about sustainable trail building and how it was incorporated in this new trail build. Not only is it built thoughtfully, but, Skidmarks trails also showcases all types of terrain including flowy rollers, optional rock features, and berms.
Thru-hiker, author, and Oboz Ambassador Derick Lugo recently caught up with Bryan, Owner and Co-Founder of Roads Rivers Trails (RRT), a retail shop in Milford, Ohio and one of the shops selected as an Oboz Store Solemate this year.
If you love hiking rugged trails or spending time on your mountain bike, then getting involved with trail organizations and learning about trail stewardship can be a fulfilling way to give back. Trail stewardship ensures that our trails remain accessible, sustainable, and well-maintained for all outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're new to the concept or ready to dive in, here’s a few tips to help get involved and make a difference.
Oboz Footwear has partnered with North Carolina-based The Unity Folks in support of their mission to increase Unity in the Outdoor Community and BEYOND, by getting more folks to experience the great outdoors.
Finding a comfortable and well fit hiking boot is no walk in the park. After all, preventing uncomfortable blisters, aches, and ankle twists starts with a shoe that fits YOUR foot. With many options to choose from, the right footwear is out there, it's just a matter of finding it. Your boot search can be greatly simplified with the use of a Brannock device.
The perfect pair of hiking boots will be your companion on adventures, big and small. They'll prevent blisters and injury, supporting you so you can go whatever distance you choose.
