Gear Tips
How To Build A Sleep System
Drew Parrish | June 15, 2020
Here we walk you through what we mean when we talk about sleep systems, and how to build the right system for you.
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Here we walk you through what we mean when we talk about sleep systems, and how to build the right system for you.
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After months of planning and preparation, the big backpacking trip is finally here. You go through the mental checklist, making sure you have every essential item for your hike. After the check is complete, you shoulder your pack. After a…
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There’s no better feeling than packing all the supplies you’ll need for the next few days onto your back, carrying it with you through forests, over mountains and alongside rushing rivers, and camping in an area that’s truly off the…
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Planning ahead is crucial to, not only the enjoyment but the safety of your next backcountry adventure. Get our tips for better planning that lead to better times in the great outdoors.
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I was bright-eyed and under informed. Somehow, “planning” on the internet didn’t quite ready me for some of the struggles I faced. As it turns out, long days putting one foot in front of the other is a great opportunity for reflection.
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Spring is here, and with it, the camping pre-season. What better way to stay inspired as we bide our time than to pull our camping gear out of hibernation and start making plans for future outdoor adventures? It’s still a…
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Usually we use our time here to tell you how, when, and where to get outside. The underlying theme of every piece we publish is “go outside, its great out there!” Unfortunately, given the coronavirus situation, we would be irresponsible…
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Sleeping under the stars doesn’t have to be a grand adventure, and sometimes just getting away is what you need to recharge. Here are tips for taking a quick microadventure on a weeknight, and still making it into the office the next day.
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With a little planning and a few comfort-enhancing tricks, shoulder-season can be the perfect time of year for an adventure. Check out these pro tips and get inspired to stretch your season.
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Nervous or have any fears about making the leap into the wild world of backpacking? Get a backcountry 101 course as Dream Teamer Morgan Martinez gives us her tip on an intro to backpacking.
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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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If you’re thinking of taking a backpacking trip with your own dog, we jotted down a few of our tips to help teach how to get started backpacking with your dog.
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