Pooping in the woods. There’s nothing quite like it. It can be anywhere from sublime to downright uncomfortable. I’ve camped with people who look forward to striking out in search of their ideal deed-doing spot. And I’ve camped with those…
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My best friend Heidi and I laid all the gear on the living room floor while August, Heidi’s two-year-old son, danced through the piles asking if he could eat the Snickers bar that was going into our food bag. When…
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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 life in quarantine. More people camping and experiencing the beauty of wild spaces is wonderful,…
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As summer waves at us in the rear view mirror, we begin to look ahead and prepare for the long-haul winter. The space in our drawers where shorts and t-shirts live for a precious few months of the year yields…
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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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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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Ever wonder how a sleeping bag rating correlates to performance at camp? Before 2005, it was common for campers to have cold nights due to the inaccuracy and variety of sleeping bag temperature ratings. Today, standardized sleeping bag ratings give…
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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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Finding the right camping mattress can be like searching for the Holy Grail. Maybe you’re a backpacker chasing the perfect combination of warmth and weight. Or perhaps you’re a car camper hunting for that ultimate “feels like my bed at…
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You might be quietly sobbing over the end of summer, but fear not. As nearly any backpacker will tell you, fall is really where it’s at. The colors are spectacular, the crowds a bit thinner, and the temperatures so perfect,…
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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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