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7 Tips For Camping In Bad Weather With The Family

"Anyone can camp when the weather is nice...but you understand who you are as a backcountry traveler if you can not only survive but thrive in...

Best Inflatable Sleeping Pads for Backpacking: Ultralight & Comfortable Options

by Max DesMarais | Hiking Tips

Having a comfortable sleeping pad while backpacking is necessary– not just for comfort, but for your safety as well. The ground acts as a giant heat...

The Ten Essentials for Hiking: Your Complete Guide

by Max DesMarais | Hiking Tips

Walk into any sporting goods or outdoor store and immediately you will see just how much stuff there is for hiking. It’s easy to get overwhelmed,...

How To Train For A Thru-Hike

by Ash Czarnota | Hiking Tips

Are you considering or gearing up for your first thru-hike? Or maybe you're a seasoned hiker looking for ways to stay in shape during the...

How to Clean Hiking Boots: 6 Simple Steps

by Max DesMarais | Hiking Tips

If you hike a lot, your boot gets dirty, and stains appear pretty quickly. This means, you should likely be cleaning your boots to keep them looking...

Hiking 101: How To Read Trail Blazes, Signs & Markers

by Ash Czarnota | Hiking Tips

There's an art and science to building a good trail. From the quality of the natural materials used to the positioning and grading of the trail,...

A Bear’s Sense of Smell – How Good Is It? [And Why]

by Monica Nigon | Hiking Tips

Bears have one of the best noses in the animal kingdom. But how good? In this article, we will tell you, and help explain why it’s so good. When...

Best Backpacking Pillows – Ultralight Comfort Solutions

by Max DesMarais | Gear, Hiking Tips

On the trail, you want to carry as little weight as possible, which means forgoing items like a full-sized pillow. Still, you need to get a good...

Best Budget Backpacks – Top Hiking & Backpacking Packs In Your Budget

by Max DesMarais | Gear, Hiking Tips

Hiking and backpacking gear has a reputation for being expensive, a fact that deters many people from exploring the hobby. For many experienced...

What Does “Moisture Wicking” Mean And Why Is It Necessary?

by Andrea Davis | Gear, Hiking Tips

What Does "Moisture Wicking" Mean? Simply put, moisture-wicking is the process of moving moisture away from your skin during any physical activity....