The Hikers Way

Hike Smart, Live Well, Go Green

by John McKinney

Get the most out of life—on and off the trail. Whether your dream is escaping the rat race, hiking trails near and far, reconnecting with nature or just learning more about the fine art of hiking, this book will show you the way. Great gift for that special hiker in your life.

John McKinney motivates and empowers, amuses and uplifts hikers on this amazing path we call life. The Hiker’s Way illuminates the way to:

Hike Smart. Learn how to prepare for a hike and master practicalities in a way that you’ll remember them.

Live Well. Gain the benefits of good health, physical- mental-spiritual rejuvenation.

Go Green. Learn the hiker’s way to re-connect with nature and get all the benefits of “green exercise.”

Join John McKinney, a.k.a. The Trailmaster, as he teaches you:
• What the crucial difference is between going on a hike and becoming a hiker.
• How to choose gear—and adopt a gear philosophy—that’s right for you.
• How hiking in nature improves health; go from feeling stressed to feeling blessed.
• What makes a good hiking companion and when it’s okay to go it alone.
• How to appreciate each season, and hike safely over all kinds of terrain.

Reviews:
“Highly practical and spiritual, as well as a fun and enjoyable read.”
—Carl Pope, Executive Director, Sierra Club

“This book is a masterpiece, a must read for anyone who has ever thought of putting on a pair of boots and hitting the trail!” 
–Gene and Jo Ann Taylor, owners, The Walking Connection

“Hiking nourishes the soul, exhilarates the senses, and allows a moment’s rest amidst a frenetic day; John McKinney illuminates the pure joy of hiking.” 
–Laurel House, co-author, The Guru’s Guide to Serenity.