Want to graduate from casual day hiker to mountaineer? Here are five peaks that give a full-value taste of different aspects of mountaineering without requiring a lifetime of learning beforehand.
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A sample menu with recipes to help you get started on making your own tasty, healthy backpacking recipes.
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Before a planned backpacking trip, we make a list of all the essentials we need to have a comfortable and safe time. This is no different for dogs. Here’s a list of the 10 Essentials for Backpacking with Dogs.
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Don’t let a heavy pack suck all of the fun out of a trip into the backcountry. Here are a few easy tried-and-true ways to shave a bit of weight without losing too much comfort. Learn how to lighten up now.
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My guide-dog, Tennille and I have trekked more than 6,000 miles together and have completed five thru-hikes throughout the United States. We’ve found that long-distance hiking is a very enjoyable experience if done correctly. But before you head out, there…
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The plan was casual—our packing jobs even more so. The sun was already sinking low in the North Cascades as we cinched on our backpacks and locked the car doors behind us. I wasn’t used to this. Most of my…
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As spring unfolds with summer hot on its heels, the unfolding warmth transforms a harsh frozen trail into a beautiful wildflower trail. The United States’ expansive range of climates and terrain showcases thousands of blooming meadows bursting with color. Each…
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Conservation and stewardship should be a priority to everyone who loves the outdoors. We share some tips on living a more eco-friendly life.
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In the last year the number of people participating in outdoor activities spiked as seasoned and new adventurers alike looked to break the monotony of quarantine measures. More people camping and experiencing the beauty of wild spaces is wonderful, but…
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It’s a polarizing choice. The pricey and crowded frontcountry campground or the remote and amenity-less backcountry campground. Most of us have a preference between the two, but both don’t come without their downsides. In this edition blog post, contributor Jill…
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Sleeping in the dirt means you have a lot of choices. And you just might be surprised that there are so many different best practices to minimize your footprint and help conserve outdoor spaces for the next generation. So, we’ve put together our tips for choosing a sustainable campsite.
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Whether you’re headed out for a day hike or a multi-day backpacking trip, bringing a personalized first-aid kit should be as much of a priority as water, sunscreen, a hat, and footwear. A blister might bum out your hike, but…
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