Poisonous Plants and Noxious Weeds
Poison Oak/Poison Ivy/Poison Sumac – This is most commonly found on hikes near creeks, rivers…
Author Adam
Adam
Adam is an experienced hiker and canyoneer, who has visited some of the most breathtaking and remote places in the United States. As an instructor for Desert and Wilderness Survival, and for Leave No Trace camping practices, he shares his passion and respect for the outdoors to all. Adam is currently a Scoutmaster in the Boy Scout of America, and is an Eagle Scout. As the founder of www.yourhikeguide.com, his goal is to educate others on the joys of hiking.
Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
Isn’t heat exhaustion and heat stroke the same thing? I hear that a lot when…
Wildfires
Wildfires can be some of the most devastating national disasters. The United States, and especially…
Venomous Snakes
In the United States, there are four species of venomous snakes and within those four…
Deseret Peak
At 11,031 feet, Deseret Peak is the highest point in the Stansbury Mountain range, located…
Lightning
Lightning can be a beautiful and frightening scene. When in the mountains, it’s just downright…
Dehydration
One of the main challenges that individuals will find while hiking not only in the…
Acute Mountain Sickness
Acute mountain sickness or AMS, also known as altitude sickness, can be a very serious…