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Dozens struck down by "very concerning and rare" norovirus outbreak on popular hiking trail
By Julia Clarke published
The entire Kalalau Trail section in the Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park is now closed

5 eye care tips for hikers and runners
By Julia Clarke published
From snow blindness to allergies, your eyes can end up dry, red or even damaged by your time spent on the trails if you’re not careful

Is smoking allowed on a hike?
By Julia Clarke published
It’s obviously unpleasant for other hikers when you spark up on the trail, but is smoking even allowed on a hike? And what can you do instead?

Ultra running health risks: is it all bad news?
By Julia Clarke published
We speak to a medical doctor and health expert on the latest science regarding the leading ultra running health risks, and what you can do to reduce your chance of injury and illness

What is overhydration? Expert advice for long distance runners
By Julia Clarke published
We speak to an expert in overhydration and hyponatremia to understand how overhydration happens to elite athletes, the dangers and how to avoid it on your next big run

Prevent runner’s diarrhea with these 5 expert tips
By Julia Clarke published
We consult a sport certified dietician on how to make sure your legs are the only thing doing any running on race day

Do hikers and backpackers need to worry about the plague?
By Julia Clarke published
Let’s take a look at the prevalence of the plague in America today, and what you can do to keep yourself safe when you're hiking

Hundreds of Grand Canyon hikers struck down by vomiting bug – how to avoid it
By Cat Ellis published
Between April and June, over 200 hikers and rafters came down with a nasty stomach bug at the National Park
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