When most people think of international trekking destinations, they tend to conjure the high-altitude routes of the Himalayas, the rugged Alps of Central Europe, or the Inca foot trails of the Andes. But nestled in Southeastern Europe, the Balkans offer some of the...
When embarking on a high-altitude trek, youāll hear the same advice over and over from those in the know: āDrink plenty of water!ā And while thatās solid guidance, itās a bit like advising someone to make bread using only flour ā sure, itās a key ingredient, but...
Our “Featured Hobnailers” series spotlights past and upcoming Hobnail trekkers. In this episode, we interview Larry Kintner of Oakland, Tennessee. Larry is tackling Nepal’s Everest Base Camp + Gokyo Lakes Extension, April 14 – May 3, 2025. Q:...
Our “Featured Hobnailers” series spotlights past and upcoming Hobnail trekkers. In this episode, we interview Terry and Rhonda Gilbert of Whitwell, Tennessee. The Gilberts are undertaking their first overseas adventure trip ever ā the Peruvian Odyssey ā...
Scrolling through LinkedIn? Chances are fairly good youāre sitting at a desk, staring at a screen, sipping your third (or fifth) cup of coffee, and wondering where your productivity has gone. It’s an old story and happens to the best of us. The answer, though,...
Picture this: Your team is stuck in another windowless conference room, sipping stale coffee with powdered cream, and repeatedly checking their mobile phones while pretending to enjoy an awkward trust/fall exercise. Now, imagine trading that for an epic overseas trek,...
Register to win a $100 REI gift card to be drawn Saturday, June 14, 2025. By registering, you'll also receive ourĀ Weekly Trekking Tidbits email. Written by Hobnail owner Mark Johnson, this email provides valuable insight into destination villages, cultures, food, and history, as well as tips on trekking, hiking, and general travel. Mark will also let you know about any upcoming specials and new destinations.
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