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@drbruced@aus.social
2025-09-17 07:45:03

Douro Valley hiking day 3. #hiking #portugal

A scenic panorama of terraced vineyards under a clear blue sky, with rolling hills in the background. The landscape features manicured rows of grapevines and patches of greenery, showcasing an agricultural region.
A dirt path leads through terraced vineyards toward a rustic house and a sign that reads "Quinta dos Azeiredos." Lush green hills and vineyards surround the scene under a clear blue sky.
Old winery buildings in a hilly landscape under blue skies
An old stone arch at the entrance to a disused winery
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-10-18 15:20:38

We visited a nearby #summit today. You can see my home on the photo 😉
It's a lovely day today and we spent some time there watching paragliders and the autumn leaf. - afterwards we drove to a café for some soup, coffee and cake.
Yes we're enjoying and relaxing today.
#hiking …

A breathtaking panoramic view from a mountaintop, showcasing a vast and vibrant valley below. The landscape is a patchwork of lush green fields, clusters of colorful autumn trees, and quaint villages nestled among rolling hills. Majestic mountain ranges stretch into the distance under a clear blue sky, creating a sense of awe and tranquility. The rocky foreground adds texture and depth, emphasizing the grandeur of the scene.
A cozy and inviting interior of a rustic restaurant or café, featuring warm wooden beams, benches, and tables. The foreground showcases a menu with the elegant inscription "Landerermühle," resting on a polished wooden table. The background reveals a charming seating area with plush cushions, framed pictures of scenic landscapes, and soft lighting, creating a welcoming and homely atmosphere perfect for relaxation and enjoyment.
@karlauerbach@sfba.social
2025-08-15 19:23:14

Yippee...
New national monument along Santa Cruz coast opens to the public for hiking, biking
mercurynews.com/2025/08/14/new

New national monument along Santa Cruz coast opens to the public for hiking, biking
The Cotoni-Coast Dairies property is five times the size of Golden Gate Park, along six miles of oceanfront.

@drbruced@aus.social
2025-09-18 17:24:25

Douro Valley hiking day 5. Possibly the best views so far and certainly best beer at the end. #hiking #portugal #craftbeer

A view of a small hillside village surrounded by vineyards from above.
A wide river winds among hills covered in terraced vineyards under blue skies. A boat cruises up the river.
A view of a river winding through terraced hills covered in vineyards, with a small village visible along the riverbank. The landscape features varying shades of green and brown, showcasing the agricultural patterns of the region.
A pair of beer bottles and glasses of beer with a backdrop of mountains and blue sky.
@cdarwin@c.im
2025-10-17 19:16:18

Matsuo Basho (1644–1694) lived his peculiar life on the conviction that
art could create an awareness that allowed one to see into and communicate the essence of experience.
Throughout his life he searched for the state of being one with the object of his poems,
something he believed a poet needed to reach in order to write truthfully.
This life-long search brought Basho to wandering.
He thought that travelling would lead to a state of karumi (lightness), ess…

In Basho’s Footsteps: Hiking the Narrow Road to the Deep North Three Centuries Later
Matsuo Basho (1644–1694) lived his peculiar life on the conviction that art could create an awareness that allowed one to see into and communicate the essence of experience.

@primonatura@mstdn.social
2025-10-15 10:00:40

"Microplastics are brought into the wilderness on hiking shoes and gear, study shows"
#Plastic #Plastics #Microplastics

Microplastics are brought into the wilderness on hiking shoes and gear, study shows
Research comparing Adirondack mountain lakes in New York suggests foot traffic is significant source of pollution

@muz4now@mastodon.world
2025-08-18 09:49:01

This Is One of New York’s Most Scenic Hikes, with Endless Waterfalls, Fascinating Rock Formations, and Unique Charm
chasingch…

@drbruced@aus.social
2025-09-18 06:47:28

Douro Valley hiking day 4. #portugal #hiking

A scenic view of rolling hills and a calm river, bordered by vineyards and lush greenery under a clear blue sky.
An old carved stone in front of a vineyard under blue skies
A cobbled street winds up between old buildings
A footbridge on a dirt path among vineyards
@UP8@mastodon.social
2025-10-17 01:32:47

View from the Pinnacles in the Danby State Forest this Saturday at the Danby Down and Dirty after the 10k runners had passed and I started hiking in the direction of the 23k runners
#photo #photography #landscape

Very early fall color, still dominantly green foilage in the near field and also on distant hills under a blue and white sky
@kurtsh@mastodon.social
2025-10-10 02:41:55

Meanwhile, in other "No shit, Sherlock" news:
☑️ Majority of companies hiking prices to cover tariffs: KPMG
newsweek.com/majority-companie

Majority of Companies Hiking Prices to Cover Tariffs: KPMG
KPMG LLP found that many companies are passing costs onto customers while adopting other strategic changes to cope with the duties.

@vform@openbiblio.social
2025-08-13 14:19:45

Mapy (#mapy #osm

Mapy.com
Popular map portal covering whole world by wide range of maps - basic, outdoor (hiking/cycling), traffic, winter. It offers possibility of aerial and 3D view. Extensive amount of travel points of interest. Users are able to search places, plan routes, measure ground and create and share own content. Tourists worldwide use map portal for detailed hiking and cycling maps and extensive tourist guides.

@drbruced@aus.social
2025-09-16 14:44:40

Douro Valley hiking day 2. #hiking #portugal

A terraced vineyard on a hillside under clear blue skies
A lush green hillside covered in terraced gardens under clear skies
A woman walks down a path between trees with hills visible in the background
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-14 19:29:32

Just in case you missed it.
I publish my #hiking and #cycling videos and clips on my own #peertube instance at:

Franz Graf
Hi! I'm Franz (he/him) find more about me at https://www.franzgraf.de/about/ Web: https://www.franzgraf.de Mastodon: @hikingdude@mastodon.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franz.graf/

@maxheadroom@hub.uckermark.social
2025-08-16 16:16:37

Bit of barefoot hiking today :) #balticsea #ostsee #ostseeliebe #Rügen

A map displaying a hiking route on an island, with key details: distance of 11.12 km, time taken of 2 hours and 36 minutes, and an elevation gain of 50 meters. The route is highlighted in orange.
A digital map displaying an afternoon hiking route. The path is highlighted in orange, with a starting and ending point marked. Key statistics include a distance of 4.95 km, a duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, and an elevation of 12m
@pgogl@troet.cafe
2025-10-12 17:04:36

Abrutschender Hang, Fokusspiele
Nesselwang, Albspitze 2025
#stones #hiking #NatureBeauty

Durch Erosion bricht weicher Stein in größere und kleinere schwarze Brocken mit jeweil scharfen Kanten. Das Gestein ähnelt farblich Schieder, bricht aber nicht in Platten, sondern muscheliger. Der Fotograf fokussiert einen Teil des Hanges scharf, der hintere verschwimmmt in Unschärfe.
@toxi@mastodon.thi.ng
2025-08-18 14:52:39

After a weekend of coding, this is my #MountainMonday today... 🥰
#LandscapePhotography #Alps #Hiking

View of a high alpine mountain pass with lush meadows in full bloom (incl. aconite) and looking towards another pass and mountain peak in the (not so far) distance. Clouds are forming around the peaks.
@askans@bonn.social
2025-08-10 09:49:02

I saw a woman wearing a T-shirt with
"Anti fascist running club"
printed on.
Looking for something similar related to #hiking.
I don't run.

@smurthys@hachyderm.io
2025-10-17 16:46:54

10.2km nonstop fasting hike in the prairie by the lake on Tuesday at sunrise. Great views throughout. Felt good to return to the trails after a long time. 🌅
Love the "rainbow" at the bottom right corner of the first pic. 🌈
#photography #amateur #hiking #health #nature #sunrise #rainbow

@drbruced@aus.social
2025-09-15 07:22:31

Hiking the Douro Valley day 1. #portugal #hiking

Terraces on green hillside beneath perfectly clear blue skies
A scenic view of a vineyard with lush green rows of grapevines in the foreground, a small village with houses and a church in the background, and rolling hills under a clear blue sky.
A bunch of purple grapes on a vine
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-10-12 17:08:21

hey! here are the last four #photos from our walk in the #schwarzwald . There were some pretty beautyful trails and - also a little blister-issue. But thanks to being prepared, it was easy to fix and we could enjoy the rest of the walk.
Some more photos and a short clip are on the blog:

A captivating and serene image of a winding hiking trail meandering through a lush, natural landscape. The path is surrounded by vibrant greenery, wild grasses, and scattered shrubs, creating a sense of adventure and tranquility. Tall trees and dense foliage frame the trail, which is bathed in soft sunlight, inviting hikers to explore the beauty of the great outdoors. The scene exudes peace, freedom, and the joy of discovering nature's hidden gems.
A picturesque and inviting hiking trail winding through a sunlit forest, surrounded by lush greenery and wild vegetation. The narrow path is bordered by vibrant shrubs, tall grasses, and coniferous trees, creating a sense of adventure and exploration. The clear blue sky above adds to the refreshing and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal setting for a peaceful hike in nature.
A beautifully rustic stone path winding through a wild, natural landscape, inviting hikers to explore the great outdoors. The trail, constructed from irregular stone steps, meanders through a mix of tall grasses, wildflowers, and shrubs, creating a picturesque and serene setting. The backdrop of evergreen trees under a clear blue sky adds to the sense of adventure and tranquility, making it an idyllic spot for a peaceful hike in nature.
A well-prepared hiking setup featuring a bright red first aid kit prominently placed on top of a backpack, ready for a safe and enjoyable outdoor adventure. The backpack rests on a grassy forest floor, with a scenic trail and lush green trees in the background, creating a sense of readiness and excitement for a day of exploration in nature. The image highlights the importance of safety and preparedness while enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.
@rasterweb@mastodon.social
2025-10-10 15:44:45

I tried to go for a ride in the rain today and it sucked. I was hoping to go meet one of the candidates for governor at a local park and while it was "lightly" raining when I left home after a mile it got worse and the top of my legs were soaked.
The rest of my body was okay. I put my rain jacket hood over my helmet, I had gloves and good hiking shoes but damn, pants and legs were just... wet.
I never *want* to ride in the rain but may have to if I'm stuck at work o…

A bike with rain on the pavement in the background.
@losttourist@social.chatty.monster
2025-08-09 19:02:40

The electronic gadget-o-matic wotsit tells me that I did over 22,000 steps hiking around the Cheshire/Staffs border today. My knees are going to hate me tonight.

@muz4now@mastodon.world
2025-08-09 14:27:00

R.B. And I hiked the Taughannock Falls Rim Trail this morning. So beautiful.
#hiking #nature #seenonmydogwwalk

A brown dog sniffing the trail next to a chain link fence.
A tall waterfall coming down a rock wall beyond a lush, green forest.
The map of a 2.9 mile loop in a fitness app. The loop was completed in 55:03 (minutes:seconds) and a pace of 18:57 per mile.
@mgorny@social.treehouse.systems
2025-08-16 18:03:03

#Lake #Głodowo, in Głodowo near Konin, #GraterPoland. The closest train stop: Kawnice.
#hiking

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-09-15 16:44:53

Yeah! Finally on the bike again! Hiking vacations were great, but an afterwork ride is great as well
#afterwork #cycling #getoutside

A Garmin activity summary showing a successful 15.91 km bike ride along the Lenggries Höhenweg route. The ride lasted 51 minutes and 4 seconds, with an average speed of 18.7 km/h. The cyclist climbed a total elevation of 136 meters, maintaining an average heart rate of 130 bpm.
@drbruced@aus.social
2025-10-15 21:10:21

Two photos of Mt. Bogong, one just after sunset and one around noon. I’m now sold on visiting the high plains in Spring. #straya #hiking #bushwalking

A snow capped mountain at dusk viewed across a dark valley under purple skies with contrails visible.
A broad snow capped mountain under clear blue skies viewed across a green valley.
@CerstinMahlow@mastodon.acm.org
2025-10-07 12:32:13

Our conference is preceeded by a «research school» for junior researchers (typically: PhD students). The RS starts in the afternoon of day 1, then two full days (day 2 and day 3), and ends around noon of day 4 (with transportation to the main conference).
What is a typical program for such a #ResearchSchool? I can also include tourist activities or some hiking (it‘s in Switzerland,…

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-09-09 19:53:52

Rest day - wife wanted to visit the sports shop again (where we brought the hiking shoes). This time I bought a new #hiking trouser as mine starts to show signs of its age slowly...
This vacation starts to be expensive 🤔
But I admit that I thought about getting a new trouser since quite a while anyways.

@arXiv_csIR_bot@mastoxiv.page
2025-08-11 08:37:49

Lessons from A Large Language Model-based Outdoor Trail Recommendation Chatbot with Retrieval Augmented Generation
Julia Ann Mathew, Suining He
arxiv.org/abs/2508.05652

Lessons from A Large Language Model-based Outdoor Trail Recommendation Chatbot with Retrieval Augmented Generation
The increasing popularity of outdoor recreational activities (such as hiking and biking) has boosted the demand for a conversational AI system to provide informative and personalized suggestion on outdoor trails. Challenges arise in response to (1) how to provide accurate outdoor trail information via conversational AI; and (2) how to enable usable and efficient recommendation services. To address above, this paper discusses the preliminary and practical lessons learned from developing Judy, an…

@midtsveen@social.linux.pizza
2025-09-04 23:22:47

I’ve set up modes on my Pixel 9a running GrapheneOS. I’ll share an update in a few weeks with my experience using it.
#MentalHealth #Modes #Pixel9a

Mobile settings screen titled "Modes" with options including Do Not Disturb, Hiking, Sleeping, Work, and create custom mode.
@ruth_mottram@fediscience.org
2025-08-30 08:05:32

Things I love about visiting the UK:
1. Seeing my family and old friends
2. Great bookshops, often featuring cake and tea
3. Pubs - especially the country ones
4. Good possibilities for outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking.
Things I dislike: all of this basically 👇
mastodon.social/@BylinesScotla
BylinesScotland@mastodon.social - Having lived many years in the UK I got used to British standards in life; when back in Europe I realised that you can expect so much more | Tomasz Oryński
bylines.scot/news/world/take-a

@drbruced@aus.social
2025-09-14 06:52:28

First impressions of the Douro Valley: how did I not hear of this place sooner? #portugal #hiking

A scenic view of a river surrounded by green hills, with a small town on the hillside. The sky is clear blue, and there is a faint airplane contrail visible in the upper part of the image.
A scenic view of terraced vineyards on rolling hills next to a river, featuring lush greenery under a clear blue sky.
@mgorny@social.treehouse.systems
2025-09-30 18:08:31

A #morning in #Witaszyce. Photo taken using the second lens in the phone, the ones giving some zoom.
#hiking

@grumpybozo@toad.social
2025-07-31 22:22:12

Do not let the mounties go looking for me, when the time comes. flipboard.com/@cbcnews/british

B.C. hiker in his 70s rescued after four days alone in remote wilderness
Prince George Search and Rescue (PGSAR) have safely located a man in his late 70s who became lost while hiking the Great Divide Trail. PGSAR says the …

@vform@openbiblio.social
2025-07-30 13:50:20

Meine liebsten OpenStreetMap-Angebote
* #Mapy - fast wie Google Maps (mit Kommentare, Routen, Umgebung) mapy.com/de/zakladni?source=os

Mapy.com
Popular map portal covering whole world by wide range of maps - basic, outdoor (hiking/cycling), traffic, winter. It offers possibility of aerial and 3D view. Extensive amount of travel points of interest. Users are able to search places, plan routes, measure ground and create and share own content. Tourists worldwide use map portal for detailed hiking and cycling maps and extensive tourist guides.

@qurlyjoe@mstdn.social
2025-07-23 12:27:00

Really? With everything else going on people are kvetching about RFK Jr hiking in blue jeans?

@pgogl@troet.cafe
2025-09-28 06:13:05

Wandern auf den Laaber bei Oberammergau 2024
#hiking #silentsunday

Blick von einem Berg der bayerischen Alpen in Richtung Norden ins Flache. Zwei goße Seen fügen sich in die Landschaft, Kochel und Starnberger See. der Berg vor den Seen ist mit Nadelwald bedeckt und zeicht eine unbewaldete Scharte im Teilgipfel dirikt in der Mitte des Bildes.Der Himmel ist blau, fotografiert im Herbst mit dem Tageslicht um ca 14:30 vom Laaber in Richtung Norden.
@beeb@hachyderm.io
2025-10-13 18:48:53

Saturday was beautiful in the #swiss mountains, while the city was in the clouds.
Got a very nice close-up show by a bearded #vulture!
#birdwatching #Switzerland #hiking

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-09-05 16:36:53

New gear has been acquired 😁.
I thought about filling the gap between soft(er) trekking shoes and very stiff mountain boots since ages.
I'm curious about the next steps.. Literally.
#hiking #lowa #outdoors

A close up of my new hiking shoes
@toxi@mastodon.thi.ng
2025-08-03 10:12:56

Needing more paths in more lives to be as beautiful as this...
(This hike & experiences further up touched me like not many others have...)
#SilentSunday #LandscapePhotography #Photography

A small hiking path leads through beautiful colored mountain meadows into the distance, high above the valley below. The peaks on other side of the valley have remnants of glacier tongues. Further down, green meadows and first generation larch forest growing, for the first time in thousands of years. A single small fluffy cloud in an otherwise clear blue, hazy sky.
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-09-09 07:51:33

Heavy rain this morning - we have a half-day rest. Our legs are quite happy about it after 6 days #hiking in a row.

@michabbb@social.vivaldi.net
2025-09-25 11:47:08

For electric vehicle drivers: Locate charging points along routes, with estimates for charging times and range to avoid range anxiety.
🌤️ Weather-Based Route Adjustments
Retrieve real-time weather data to reroute around rain or snow, ensuring safer and more efficient drives.
🏔️ Terrain-Optimized Adventures
Plan off-road or hiking trips with elevation profiles and campground data to identify suitable paths for rugged vehicles.
💨 Air Quality-Driven Routing

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-09 11:21:37

#FotoVorschlag 'Stressabbau' 'stress relief'
Well, definitely! I'm so grateful that I have hiking and cycling for stress relief. Especially hiking in the mountains when I'm just so physically exhausted that I can't think about my daily problems any more. Plus the overwhelming visual impressions.
To me, this kind of sports isn't a hobby any more. …

A serene landscape scene featuring a solitary tree standing tall in a vast field, surrounded by lush green grass. In the distance, majestic mountains rise up against a clear blue sky, adding a stunning backdrop to the peaceful setting. The colors of the image are dominated by shades of black, grey, and green, with a touch of earthy accent color. The overall mood is tranquil and harmonious, with the sunlight gently illuminating the natural beauty of the scene. This picture captures the essence o…
@drbruced@aus.social
2025-10-14 07:17:27

It’s a bit of an odd time to come to Falls Creek - post ski season but too early for summer tourists. High Plains Road is closed. Turns out to be great for hiking if you want the place to yourself. A bit chilly but brilliant when we could get some shelter from the wind. #straya #highplains

A snow gum in front of a high country landscape under clear blue skies
A view across heathland towards snowy hills under blue skies
Snow and low bushes on hillsides under blue skies
A blue reservoir surrounded by low shrub-covered hills under clear skies.
@mgorny@social.treehouse.systems
2025-09-28 15:35:32

As you know, an important part of every nature education trail is a sudden "no entry" sign past the second kilometre.
Yes, you're guessing right — a damaged bridge ahead. By "damaged", I mean a few minor boards are broken, not that it makes any difficulty in crossing it.
#Nowogard, Western Pomerania, #Poland.
#hiking

@midtsveen@social.linux.pizza
2025-09-02 16:46:32

New #Pixelfed post:
#Fediverse

Erik L. Midtsveen 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 (@midtsveen@pixelfed.social)
I walked into the woods the other day, just to step away from everything and be with myself in nature. Out there, without distractions, I wasn’t doing anything special, just breathing, moving, existing. And yet, in that simplicity, I felt vividly alive. It was deeply calming, almost like my whole being could finally exhale. #Nature #Woods #Hiking #Solitude #SelfReflection #Mindfulness #Peaceful #NatureTherapy #Calm #Grounding #Reconnect #MentalHealth

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-03 10:25:52

Went out for a quick #hiking loop near #Lenggries between some rain showers and before visiting friends.
Enjoy your Sunday!
Ps: I really like my my hiking umbrella!
#nature

In this image, we see a man and a woman standing together in the woods. The man is wearing a sun hat and glasses, while the woman is wearing a blue jacket and holding an umbrella. They are surrounded by trees, grass, and plants. The dominant colors in the image are black and a vibrant blue accent color. Both individuals are smiling, with the man standing slightly behind the woman. The woman's face is partially obscured by the umbrella she is holding. The scene conveys a sense of outdoor leisure…
The image depicts a serene scene in the woods, with mushrooms growing on the forest floor. The mushrooms are the dominant foreground colors, appearing in shades of brown, grey, and black. The image is clear and detailed, showcasing the beauty of nature's bounty.
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-07 19:37:06

Now watching a #hiking documentary about the Pacific crest trail
#pct

@toxi@mastodon.thi.ng
2025-07-31 16:24:18

Out & about in the Bernina Range, on our way to the Labyrinth, surrounded by majestic 4000ers (meters)... A dream! 😍
(#ThrowbackThursday, preemptive #FootpathFriday and my personal hiking highlight of 2024)

A glacier side moraine with an almost imperceptible path on its ridge is leading into a sea of ice, rocks and snow in the not so far distance. The massive glacier is just a few dozen meters below from where the picture was taken. It flows & drops down from the peaks in the back (all ~4000m and around 1300m higher up for my position), forming a maze of large seracs on the way. Sunny day with blue sky and some wispy clouds.
View across a large glacier (from the same moraine & position as other photo) towards the opposite side of the valley with its 4000m peaks, hidden below a thick layer of snow and ice, some side glaciers and bare major rock faces dusted in snow. Some dried brown grass in the bottom-right corner.
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-09-07 14:07:27

Greets from the forest!
#hiking #wandern #selfie

Selfie from my and my wife in the forest
@losttourist@social.chatty.monster
2025-07-21 06:23:46

Hello & good morning / TZAG Fedi.
Our Gloucestershire holiday continues and today we're heading over towards Ross-on-Wye to amble around the town, do a bit of hiking, and mooch around the ruined but very picturesque Goodrich Castle.
#Gloucestershire

@chris@mstdn.chrisalemany.ca
2025-08-29 16:34:02

Imagine getting to lend your croc to a 6-time Olympic medalist!
Dream moment on the West Coast Trail. And here I am still dreaming of completing the trail myself. I will one day!!
#Olympian #hiking #Canada #ClaraHughes #WestCoastTrail
cbc.ca/news/canada/british-col

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-10-12 15:00:25

Recently I spoke with a woman in a shop about hiking and she said that she's not experienced in the mountains and thus doesn't dare to go alone.
I wondered if such people would feel better if they'd go for example with me (or just any other person who is a bit into the topic). No need to talk, no social obligations, just walking together a route, no sports event, nothing extreme. 🤔 Not as a guided tour, just walking.
And if I would do that.

@UP8@mastodon.social
2025-09-22 02:38:26

𝐁𝐨𝐧𝐮𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐛 𝐁: he got away from me in the morning on #caturday but he followed my wife down from the barn and I got him in the evening after a packed day hiking up the creek in Monkey Run and photographing two kinds of football
#photo

A grey tabby cat with green eyes sits and looks a little pensive in yellow artificial light with a bit of grass and a few spent flowers behind him and his tail stretched out
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-09-12 11:45:32

Hi guys,
I've found myself running quite a couple of fediverse handles now.
I can't expect everyone to know them all, so I just want to list them as a monthly reminder:
This one: @…
My Hiking & Cycling Videos: @…

@AdamCoffman@mathstodon.xyz
2025-08-06 22:36:33

Some #Nature photos from last week's trip to scenic Brown County, #Indiana
🔵 🦇 🐢 🐍 🌳 🍄 🍄‍🟫
#Wildlife #Hiking

@toxi@mastodon.thi.ng
2025-08-24 17:01:34

Since some of you've been asking me if/when some of my photography is available in print form, I made a thi.ng:
calendar.thi.ng/
Join me on a journey through the breathtaking varied landscapes of the Alps. Captured over the past four years of hiking and personal discovery, this calendar showca…

Calendar: Mountain Life — Landscape photography by Karsten Schmidt
Calendar: Mountain Life — Landscape photography by Karsten Schmidt

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-09-04 18:57:15

Well - we expected some rain and were not disappointed.
#hiking

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-09 19:52:53

Finally I wrote the story about the bike and hike #video I posted recently! I am so glad that I did this tour - and I know that I'll go back a couple of times because I discovered some more variations that I want to do 🙂
And as usual, I don't know whether I should add a photo to this post or if the preview card will be rendered properly.
Read the blog including some

Bike and Hike on new Trails to a Familiar Summit
Every day, I see my nearby mountain range, but it wasn’t until recently that I combined biking and hiking on the less-explored southern trails. Starting early with my bike and camera, I faced steep climbs and unexpected descents, discovering joyful moments, challenging terrain, and rewarding summit

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-30 19:45:53

Today's topic for #FotoVorschlag “What makes my heart beat,” was practically an invitation to write a more detailed blog post about what motivates me to go out, take photos, and share them.
I hope you like it:

Wofür mein Herz schlägt / What my heart beats for
Today I write about the deeper meaning behind my hiking photography, inspired by the #FotoVorschlag theme "What makes my heart beat faster." I write about how the hiking experience fuels my passion beyond just capturing beautiful images, bringing a more personal connection to my photos and stories.

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-30 11:44:25

Almost a year ago. But I'm looking forward to those warm autumn days before the cold season.
#hiking

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-28 17:02:14

Hey friends, this is a snap from our hike last weekend. We were so happy that we took this way down.
The green was just so gorgeous!
#hiking #mountains #tegernsee

A path winds through a lush forest, surrounded by towering trees with vibrant green foliage. The dense canopy overhead filters the sunlight, casting dappled shadows on the ground below. The forest floor is covered in a mixture of dirt, rocks, and patches of grass, creating a natural and serene environment. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility and peacefulness, inviting visitors to explore and connect with nature. A tree trunk covered in moss stands prominently in the foreground, adding to th…
@mgorny@social.treehouse.systems
2025-10-13 13:05:32

A bit of #fog today. The first two are unnamed pond near "unused trash yard" near #Kostrzyn in #GreaterPoland. Third's #Iwno #Lake which, against all odds, is in Iwno. Fourth's the Deszczownia Pond (not sure how to translate the name, it's derived from "rain") next to it.
#hiking #sun

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-07-25 18:56:07

Another #hiking story is online! No mountains this time but along the shores of the river #Mangfall .
Tough to photograph on such a day. In autumn - with some fog - it must be great. But we really had a great day there!
See more of it:

A charming scene of a white house with green shutters, nestled in a rural area. The house is surrounded by a wooden fence, with a lush tree standing tall in the yard. The sky above is a vibrant blue with fluffy white clouds. The grass is a vivid green, creating a picturesque landscape. In the background, another tree can be seen, adding to the natural beauty of the setting. This peaceful and idyllic scene evokes a sense of tranquility and rural charm, making it a perfect retreat from the hustle…
A serene scene of a path cutting through a lush forest is depicted in this image. The forest is dense with green vegetation, including tall trees and grassy areas. The dominant colors are shades of green and black, creating a tranquil and natural atmosphere. The image showcases the beauty of nature, with tags indicating it may be a nature reserve or woodland area. The composition includes a tree in the foreground, emphasizing the natural environment. This peaceful setting evokes a sense of calm…
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-09-24 18:30:02

I finally wrote the post for our first day in #baiersbronn and #hiking in the #schwarzwald . I really needed some time to get into the mood of taking photos.
I guess I'll post the phot…

Day 1 in the Black Forest - Getting Into The Mood
Our first day in the Black Forest unfolded in serene beauty, unfolding a six-hour hike through sun-dappled ridges and mossy streams. Beginning with quiet observation to awaken the photographic eye, we captured unique perspectives of the forest’s textures and light.

@toxi@mastodon.thi.ng
2025-10-03 13:59:57

(One of the) best parts of hiking: Cooling down in ice cold clear water...
#FootpathFriday #Alps #Mountains #Creek

Short video of a crystal clear mountain creek with a small rusty footbridge, the camera panning around showing a high alpine landscape with glaciers, rock faces and the higher up parts of the creek, filled with boulders and a small waterfall
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-04 19:56:07

New peertube video from a recent bike and hike. I didn't plan to record until I was quite into the trail.
I hope you enjoy some views with me.
video.franzgraf.de/w/qYzd2SGAc

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-10-01 18:47:38

I tried batch uploading "a couple" (several hundreds) of my GPX tracks from the recent years into #wanderer . It went all smooth! And I finally have the "white areas" which I didn't walk or cycle -- yet! :D
When people ask me if I'm out and about often, I never know what to say. I try to get into nature once in a while, yes.

a map showing a several GPS tracks. Each track is a cycling or hiking route that I did. The map is pretty filled with the tracks
@mgorny@social.treehouse.systems
2025-09-24 09:28:25

Saying "hi" from #Olchowskie #Lake, near #Nowogard.
And how are you preparing for work?
#hiking

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-26 18:36:48

✅ Yunohost and peertube update done on #selfhosting

video.FranzGraf.de
This is the video archive of my hiking and photography adventures. For more content, visit my main website at https://www.franzgraf.de

@drbruced@aus.social
2025-09-20 06:17:34

Douro valley hiking day 6. Completed our circuit back to Pinhaõ and celebrated with some port.#portugal #hiking #port #wine

A view down to a river across terraced vineyards under blue hazy skies.
A steel bridge across a wide river flowing between hills covered in vineyards. A boat passes under the bridge.
A table set with glasses of wine and a cheese plate. A river and hills are visible behind the table.
@UP8@mastodon.social
2025-09-23 01:05:40

Pond in the creek that runs through the gorge at Treman State Park
#photo #photography #ithaca #treman

Wide angle shot of a clear pond with a brown rocky bottom with trees on the bank to the left but bounded by an rocky outcropping on the right side with people hiking up a trail cut into the rock.
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-28 17:14:42

Hi guys,
I've found myself running quite a couple of fediverse handles now. I can't expect everyone to know them all, so I just want to list them:
This one: @…
My Hiking & Cycling Videos: @…

@mgorny@social.treehouse.systems
2025-10-05 17:54:19

And here's a pit.
I've posted a granite mine before; this time two basalt mines. #Lubań, #LowerSilesia, Poland.
#basalt #mine #hiking

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-07-25 18:11:36

Just in case you missed it:
I'm publishing my videos on my own #Peertube account / instance:
@…
Mostly short videos about my #Hiking

@mgorny@social.treehouse.systems
2025-09-29 16:57:00

On Saturday, I've visited the #Domaszków-#Tarchalice Polder, and was positively surprised. I kinda expected a wet grassy area, but instead I've found a dense #forest, which apparently hasn't been destroyed by Polish Forestry Service mania of wood harvesting.
Nearest train stop: #Orzeszków. Best reached with transfers in Leszno and Głogów. You can also go straight from Wrocław, but that's boooring.
#hiking

@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-08-22 19:07:00

Hey guys, let your path be always be filled with sunshine and a great view ahead.
Enjoy your weekend, stay safe, healthy and happy. Block the hate and be friendly to a random person. Often it's just a smile, a "good morning" that's a welcome surprise to someone.
#photography #landscape

A scenic dirt path winds its way through a rugged mountain landscape, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain. The path is flanked by tall trees and bushes, with a backdrop of towering mountains and a cloudy sky. The earthy tones of brown and black dominate the scene, creating a natural and serene atmosphere. This outdoor mountain trail offers a peaceful and tranquil setting, perfect for hiking and exploring the wilderness. The image captures the essence of the highland wilderness, showca…
@hikingdude@mastodon.social
2025-10-04 14:29:50

Had a nice day #hiking the #mountains near #tegernsee / #wallberg, checking out a new trail. Picture…