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Heather Newman

Heather is a barefoot hiker and lover of the outdoors. She lives in the beautiful Hudson Valley, and works as a professional ghostwriter. She’s a not-so-dirty hippy and a damn vegetarian with strong philosophical beliefs when it comes to umbrellas, romance, and shoes. She loves wine, cheese, and tiny mountain towns where no one knows her name. One day, she'll hike the entire AT. One day. Follow her adventures at TheBarefootHiker.com

Posts

The 3 Best AT Day Hikes in The Hudson Valley

The 3 Best AT Day Hikes in The Hudson Valley

Looking for the perfect day hike on the Appalachian Trail in the Hudson Valley? There's something here for everyone.

Jul 23, 2015 : Heather Newman
3 Reasons You Need To Visit The Shawangunks

3 Reasons You Need To Visit The Shawangunks

Everyone should visit the Shawangunk Mountains at least once - here's why

Jun 25, 2015 : Heather Newman
5 Questions I Get Asked About Barefoot Hiking

5 Questions I Get Asked About Barefoot Hiking

Curious about barefoot hiking? Here are the five questions I get asked all the time. Trust me, it's not as scary as it seems.

May 28, 2015 : Heather Newman
Preparing To Hike The Devil’s Path

Preparing To Hike The Devil’s Path

Preparing for The Devil's Path in the Catskills - the toughest trail in the Northeast.

May 14, 2015 : Heather Newman
Day Hiking The AT With Your Kids

Day Hiking The AT With Your Kids

Want to hit the trail with your kids and get them hooked on hiking? Here are some tips so your adventure is a great one.

May 6, 2015 : Heather Newman