I am trying to calculate my calories burned, and I’ve seen a few different descriptions of hiking. I don’t know if I am “hiking with 0-9 lbs” or cross country hiking. I just go up and down moderate hills and sometimes climb rocks (not super challenging though -i mean i don’t wear gear). Looking forward [...]

Shoes or boots suitable for the terrain you will be hiking. These need to be sturdy, offer arch and ankle support, and may or may not be insulated depending on the weather.
Some sort of water container that can be “worn”. I use a small fanny pack that has two holders for quart size containers. It [...]