Alfredo Ramses
I channel my passion for hiking into sharing inspiring trail experiences, expert tips, and trusted gear recommendations on The Hiking Tribe Magazine. With years of trekking through diverse terrains, I'm dedicated to equipping fellow hikers with practical advice and strategies that make every outdoor adventure more enjoyable and rewarding. At thehikingtribe.com, we explore all aspects of hiking, from beginner-friendly day hikes to challenging backcountry treks, helping you discover the transformative power of the great outdoors and build the confidence to tackle any hiking challenge. Join us as we venture into nature, sharing stories from the trail and uncovering hidden gems to turn every step into an unforgettable journey.
A Framework for Finding Safe & Skilled Hiking Partners
The definitive guide to finding hiking partners. Our expert framework shows you how to vet for skill, safety, and compatibility to prevent bad experiences.
Safe Volcano Hiking Tours: A Hiker’s Prep & Gear Guide
The definitive safety guide to volcano hiking tours. Go beyond checklists with our expert framework on hazard assessment, gear systems & guide vetting.
Snowshoe Sizing & Selection: A Hiker’s Data-Backed Guide
Stop guessing. This data-backed guide provides a proven sizing algorithm for how to choose snowshoes, ensuring you get the perfect pair the first time.
Urban Hiking Trails: The Definitive Hiker’s Field Guide
The definitive field guide to urban hiking trails. Master the right gear, learn multi-use path etiquette, and explore America's premier city hikes.
A Flip-Flop Thru-Hike Framework: Plan for Any Trail
Why do flip-flop thru-hikes have a 57% success rate? Our data-backed guide unpacks the ATC-approved strategy for avoiding crowds and hiking smarter.
What are Trail Angels? The Hiker’s Code of Conduct
The definitive guide to the trail angel culture. We break down the roles, the unwritten rules for hikers, and the LNT-based code of conduct for all.
Ice Axe Skills for Hikers: Balance, Safety & Self-Arrest
Based on mountain rescue data, this guide goes beyond basics. Learn to choose the right axe (B vs T) and master the life-saving self-arrest.
Heli Hiking Explained: From Alpine Access to LNT Principles
The definitive guide to heli hiking. We analyze costs, destinations, and the critical environmental impact, including essential Leave No Trace principles.
Recognizing Giardia Symptoms in the Backcountry
The definitive hiker's guide to giardia symptoms. Our expert chart helps you differentiate Giardia from altitude sickness and dehydration.
Trail Navigation: Magnetic Declination Explained
The definitive guide to magnetic declination. Our step-by-step tutorial explains foolproof methods for map and compass, backed by USGS and NOAA principles.
