How Hard is it to Hike Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest? Is it hard to hike Garden of the Gods in the Shawnee National Forest? The short answer is YES and NO. The long answer is the information below, which I have collected in an effort to show any...
10 Outdoor Activities to do in the Shawnee National Forest There are many different types of outdoor activities to do in the Shawnee National Forest. Most of these outdoor activities are free, too. You just need to show up with your gear or the required method and...
A Year-End Review of Adventure with Hiking with Shawn in 2024 Welcome to my Year-End Review of Hiking with Shawn. I used to make year-end review videos, which I called Rewinds after YouTube Rewinds. But it takes time to do those and better planning, which I need to...
Dispersed Camping in the Shawnee National Forest: What You Need to Know Before You Go Dispersed camping in the Shawnee National Forest offers a unique escape, but without the right preparation, it can quickly turn from a dream into a challenge. The lack of amenities...
21 Common Hiking Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Common hiking mistakes can turn an enjoyable outdoor adventure into a stressful or even dangerous experience. Picture yourself lost on a trail, dehydrated, or battling blisters because of poor preparation—these scenarios...
Giant City Gnome Roam 2024 Have you done the Giant City Gnome Roam yet? The Giant City Gnome Roam is an annual event put on by Giant City State Park in Makanda, Illinois. The event consists of finding 7 gnome cutouts in order to earn a free Gnome Roam patch. You can...
