by Guest Author | Mar 1, 2022 | Hiking Tips
Hiking with Kids As we approach another hiking season, I thought it would be a good idea to look at some tips that can contribute to a successful outing when hiking with kids. In 2018 my son and I completed a thru hike of the River-to-River trail (R2R). At this...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 25, 2022 | Hiking Tips
Hiking with Shawn News: Advertising and Guest Writers Howdy from Hiking with Shawn! I’m writing this special blog post today to announce some new features on the Hiking with Shawn website and blog. In this post, we are going to focus on advertising on this website and...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 22, 2022 | Hiking Tips
10 Shawnee National Forest Family Adventures to do in 2022 Are you looking for fun Shawnee National Forest family adventures to do in 2022? There are plenty of adventures to go on in the Shawnee that are fun and practical for children and family members of all ages....
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 15, 2022 | Hiking Tips
Top 10 Shawnee National Forest Maps & Apps Shawnee National Forest maps and apps can make your hiking experience a lot better. It might seem like there are no good resources out there for navigating the forest. However, you’d be surprised to know how many Shawnee...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 9, 2022 | Hiking Tips
Graffiti in the Shawnee National Forest is not a New Trend! Disclaimer: This in an opinion piece that others may agree with. I respect your opinion the same even if I may not agree with it. I am writing this article in response to suggestive statements and...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 1, 2022 | Hiking Tips
10 Southern Illinois Hiking Trails for Every Type of Hiker Southern Illinois hiking trails are some of the best in the state. Southern Illinois is home of the state’s only National Forest so it’s safe to say that you can find plenty of hiking trails here. In this...