Erin Gifford, Author at Go Hike Virginia

Need to Know: Are Tent Heaters Safe to Use When Camping in Winter?

If you think camping is only for spring, summer and fall, think again. Winter camping can be a lot of

Hiking hats for women serve many purposes. Hats can be stylish, warm, sun-shading or provide many other uses. Personally, I

I love it when I hike a trail close to home, then am pleasantly surprised by its awesomeness. This was

Roanoke may be America’s East Coast Mountain Biking Capital, but there are so many fantastic hiking trails near Roanoke, Virginia.

Have you ever experienced knee pain after hiking? I have, and it’s something I don’t ever wish on anyone. Ouch.

I got my first taste of snowshoeing eight years ago on a trip for travel writers to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

I finally made time to drive two hours to hike the trails at Patricia Ann Byrom Forest Preserve Park in

Exploring Shenandoah National Park in winter is absolutely wonderful. The air is crisp and still. The park is quiet. It’s

I’ve hiked at all times of day, though I do prefer to hike in the early-morning hours on weekdays. You

Fleece-lined hiking pants are among the coziest and most comfortable options for staying warm on the trails, especially for women.

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