While thru-hiking a trail your home becomes transient. Learn how to find stability in returning to it each night. We found our speck of familiarity along a vast, unfamiliar trail. So, go out and explore. Wander freely.
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My jaw dropped when I pulled into a popular Rocky Mountain National Park parking lot at 9:00 am and counted five other cars. On my last visit, this trail destination was packed to the brim—but that was in the summer….
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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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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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Getting out to do the activities you love might not be possible right now, but that’s no reason to take this time off from working those hiking muscles. Keeping your eye on the prize and maintaining a training regime might…
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Don’t let the winter snow keep you away from your favorite camp sites. Learn how to build your winter sleep system so that you rest better while snow camping.
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Get tips for redefining basecamps and staying cozier during winter adventures while camping or backpacking in the cold. Stay warmer and rest better.
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It was only when I returned home from the Appalachian Trail that I realized my childhood bed was too soft. It welcomed me with open arms, but my body had been hardened and chiseled by the mountains for 4.5 months….
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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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This year, we’re inviting you to give the gift of experience, of adventure, to your loved ones—gifts far too large to fit under the tree. Here are a few examples on ways that we can give the gift of adventure to our loved ones.
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It’s time for comfort food! So to help you embrace the season, we’ve put together a menu of our favorite recipes for fall camping.
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For those of you that might not be familiar with quilts, we’re here to put your fears to rest by going through 5 myths about camping and backpacking with a quilt.
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