Hiking is thirsty work. And carrying around a water bottle on your otherwise quite lean backpack (or worse, on your person) is a chore.…
Category: Hiking
The Importance of a Hydration Pack on a Long Hike
When hiking, it's extremely important to keep your body in good condition. This can mean a wide variety of things. It can mean to…
Staying Dry on a Rainy Hike
Some experienced hikers will tell you that there’s actually something special about enjoying the outdoors when you know so many others are running for…
Cooking Over a Campfire? Here’s the Cookware You’ll Need
Now, you can cook over a fire while camping with very little. Depending on the recipe you're cooking, you can make food over the…
How to Choose the Best Underwear for Hiking
You’ve probably put some thought into the kind of clothes you’ll wear on your next hiking adventure. You want to make sure that your…
5 Great Birdwatching Hikes Across the U.S.
Beautiful scenery. A challenging trail. Getting away from the hustle and bustle. These are some of the things that make a hike a rejuvenating…
Tips and Tricks for Climbing Mt. Hood
The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most exciting and challenging mountains in the United States, and as such it draws a…
Five Myths About Sunscreen
Anyone who loves being outdoors, whether it be hiking or camping or anything really, should also be wise about caring for their skin. Modern…
Myths About Backcountry Safety and Survival
Not everything you learn about backcountry safety and survival is right. There are many myths, lies, and half-truths floating around out there. Some are…
5 Reasons to Visit Big Bend National Park
There are many national parks that are easier to get to than Big Bend. It lies on the US-Mexico border about five hours southeast…