Dan Nelson
Dan Nelson is the author of several guidebooks, and creator of three best-selling national series: Snowshoe Routes series, Best Hikes with Dogs series, and Day Hiking series.
Recent Kinship articles by Dan Nelson
![A man with a dog on a hike stoping to enjoy a beautiful overlook on a cliff.]()
How to Take Silly Little Mental Health Hikes With Your Dog
It’s good for you both — promise.
![A German Shepherd dog wearing a red hiking backpack on a rocky trail.]()
11 Must-Have Items to Take on a Hike with Your Pup
When heading out on a hike with your dog, the items you pack will vary from trip to trip and dog to dog, but there are a few things that every hiker should have packed. Here are the top ten hiking essentials for pet parents. Don’t forget these hiking essentials.
