There is something special about winter hiking trips. The forests are silent and serene. Most of the birds have traveled south for the winter.…
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What to Look for in a Backcountry Backpack
Are you interested in really getting out into the wild? Maybe you have friends who have gone backcountry hunting or camping before, or maybe…
A Primer on Snowshoes
You’ve seen it in the movies. Frontier men bound up tightly in animal pelts, braving the harsh northern cold, doing their best to make…
Why You Should Carry a Compass and Map as Well as a GPS
At a time when GPS technology is so accessible, do you still need to use a map and compass? Ask any avid outdoorsman, hunter,…
The Best Backpacks for Day Hikes
It holds your food. Your water. Your clothes. All of your necessities and comforts for your day hike are contained within your backpack, so…
Rain Gear for Hiking and Camping
There are two types of people in this world: those who prefer camping in dry, comfortable conditions, and crazy ones who prefer to get…
5 GPS Systems Perfect for Backcountry Hikers
Orienteering is an essential skill for backcountry hikers. Fortunately, advances in technology over the past several decades have reduced the need to rely on…
5 Breathtaking Hiking Trails in the US
John Muir is often referred to as “the father of our national park system” and he also co-founded the Sierra Club way back in…
The 10 Best Water Bottles for Hikers
Hiking is thirsty work. And carrying around a water bottle on your otherwise quite lean backpack (or worse, on your person) is a chore.…
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…