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12 Tips to Sleep Well Outdoors
Drew Parrish | August 10, 2021
Sleep is the bedrock of performance. Sleeping well should be a priority every single day, but especially when you head outside for an adventure.
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How to Choose a Sleeping Pad
Drew Parrish | July 22, 2021
With all the options in today’s market, picking a sleeping pad can be an overwhelming affair. We won’t pick for you, but here is what you need to know to find the pad of your dreams.
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10 Ways to Lighten Your Backpacking Pack Weight
Hillary Oliver | June 15, 2021
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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4 Winter Camping Safety Tips for All Skill Levels
Tim Howell | February 4, 2021
Winter camping can be daunting, but with some knowledge of how to stay warm and comfortable it doesn’t have to be. With these winter camping safety tips your fourth season adventures will be deeply rewarding experiences.
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Eric Larsen’s Tips for Sleeping Warm
Eric Larsen | January 19, 2021
7 tips for keeping warm when you’re camping in the cold.
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The Inside Scoop on the Outdoor Poop
Jim Meyers | October 30, 2017
The mountainous terrain around Estes Park, CO is stunning. High alpine meadows stretch on for miles in Rocky Mountain National Park, and the forests and canyons throughout the area offer something to marvel at in every direction. I spent two…
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Backpacking TV: Campfires for Backpackers
June 10, 2015
The art of a responsible backcountry campfire is right up there with the art of the backcountry poo. Both are incredibly enjoyable, in their own unique ways, and both are more frequently practiced poorly than we all might like, leaving…
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Backpacking TV: Choosing the Right Sleeping Bag and Mattress
May 28, 2015
Backpacking TV is a one-stop-shop to get all the basics before you head out on your first backpack. This week’s episode gives you the essentials of choosing your first sleeping bag and mattress. Down vs. synthetic, warmth ratings, and what…
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