The Lone Star state boasts 95 state parks and two national parks with extensive outdoor opportunities. You know the saying, “everything is bigger in Texas.” Well, the sheer size of the state means a lack of Yellowstone or Yosemite-like crowds.
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Temperatures are cooling off, the sun is out and abundant desert magic is everywhere you look. Utah fall camping is some of the best camping in North America.
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At some point in your backpacking life, you will encounter rain. Here are five tips for making backpacking in the rain more than just soggy memories.
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So you are taking your friend on their first backpacking trip. This is exciting! There’s nothing like introducing a friend to a new hobby and seeing their satisfaction when they successfully push themselves out of their comfort zone. These tips will help you pull off a successful trip for your friend.
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How to introduce your little one to nature through your love of backpacking and camping. Tips on what to pack, the best age to start and how to sleep.
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We discussed building a fall sleep system in our How to Build a Sleep System piece. Just like we did for Winter, here we drill deeper so you can head into Fall with the confidence and quality rest you need…
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Backpacking is not so much about the miles–or even where you go–as it is about taking responsibility for the journey. These tips will help a beginner backpacker, or those leading beginners, create a positive and rewarding backpacking experience.
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Camping and hiking with a dog can be a wonderful experience. Done well, sharing outdoor experiences with your canine companion benefits their well-being and deepens your bond. Still, it can feel overwhelming at first figuring out what to bring, where…
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The plan involved lots of water, sand and kayaks. One week in March, some close friends and I visited the beautiful Pacific Northwest states of Oregon and Washington for a week of new experiences. Only a few people in our…
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Car camping is not just for beginners or Sprinter-equipped hardos. Use these 14 tips for an epic weekend of the four-wheeled variety.
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At this point, most people in the outdoor community have heard about thru-hiking. Yet its companion activity, section hiking, doesn’t quite enjoy the same popularity. As a burgeoning—if not fully burgeoned at this point—gap year activity, retirement plan or quit-your-job…
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Move over Sprinter vans, there’s a new gang in town. Take a look at these tips below to maximize your car for tent-free weekend adventures.
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