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Bench view at the top of Drinking Horse trail.
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Pushing Limits at Oboz Trail Experience Bozeman

Join Oboz Footwear for an unforgettable adventure with the Oboz Trail Experience in Bozeman. Discover how our community members are pushing their limits, exploring scenic trails, and connecting with nature. Re-discover favorite trails, learn about new or lesser-known trails, push your limits, and recreate locally with the Oboz Trail Experience. You can compete against local legends, your peers, or yourself if that’s more your style.

Tyler Lau, Oboz Ambassador, on a trip abroad.
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A Journey of a Thousand Miles Begins with a Single Step

They say a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. How many steps a day do you take walking to the kitchen? How many steps do you take walking to the store? How many steps do you take when you’re hiking your local trail?

Jordan on a mountain ridge in Glacier National Park.
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Hiking Adventures of the Year

We reached out to our Oboz Ambassadors to hear all about the adventures that they loved, so far this year. From the peaks of Glacier to the Everglades of Florida, they've been all across the country (and world!) making the most of hiking season. Hopefully their trail tales provide some inspiration for your next trek. Read on to hear all about their trips.

Scenic mountain views from the Tahoe Rim Trail on a sunny day
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A Brief History of the Tahoe Rim Trail

While I have hiked portions of the trail, I had no idea the unique and heartwarming history of how the TRT came to be. I spent hours in the files of the Tahoe Rim Trail Association’s offices at Stateline, Nevada. What I pieced together is not only a charming history, but a model for modern outdoor trail management. At least that was what I wrote in my paper.

The northern lights above Glacier National Park
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Aurora Viewing In Glacier National Park

Last night felt like I had stepped into the pages of a dream I’d replayed in my head for years. I had often imagined what it would be like to photograph the northern lights at some of Glacier’s most iconic spots. The challenge? Most of these views face east or west—not ideal for capturing the Aurora unless there was a solar storm, strong enough to make it appear overhead. I didn’t want to get my hopes up so I kept my expectations low; but as it turned out, I was in for the night of a lifetime.

Lindsay Kagalis hiking the ridge of a mountain in the Women's Bozeman Mids shoes
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Chasing Adventure: Oregon’s Pacific Wonderland

As I stepped off the tarmac, I knew I was in for a treat. Dense, luscious rainforests. Craggy shorelines. Windy high deserts. Towering mountains. Oregon is a haven of ever-changing landscapes, making it a perfect place for just about any adventure. With less than a week to explore, I didn’t waste any time getting out on the trail to see all that Oregon had to offer. And believe me, I will definitely be back for more in the future. In celebration of April being Earth Month, I wanted to highlight some of the ways I make sure my travels are mindful and sustainable:

Roxanne Strine at a trail marker along the Mason Dixon Trail.
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Meet Local Hero Roxanne Strine

Roxanne Strine a dedicated steward of the Mason Dixon Trail, serving as the Western Coordinator for its maintenance. A seasoned runner and former FKT holder, she brings her passion and expertise to ensuring that the MDT remains safe and enjoyable for all. Roxanne is out on the trail almost daily, tirelessly working to enhance our experience

A person standing on the top of the Mt. Washington Observatory in winter at night.
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Winter Living At Mount Washington Observatory

Preparing for any kind of outdoor activity involves forethought and research, and that is especially true in the winter.

5 hikers walk towards a lake in David Canyon during the heat of the summer in their Oboz hiking boots
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Wild Gift 2021 Fellow Trek: Part 1

Follow Jack Schleifer on an inspiring journey with the Wild Gift 2021 Fellow through Part 1 of their trek. Uncover the power of wilderness adventures in shaping leaders committed to environmental stewardship.