Category: Backcountry Skills

How to Pack a Backpack

August 12, 2015

It’s exciting to get out on a backpacking trip but don’t let your haste keep you from properly packing your backpack. Knowing how to properly pack your backpack will mean the difference…
How to Orient a Map

August 8, 2015

Knowing how to orient a map is important to all hikers and backpackers. It can be pretty easy to get yourself lost in the woods but, with the right skills, you can…
How to Treat a Burn in the Backcountry

August 7, 2015

Being out in the wild can be overwhelming at times. Carelessness around a fire, a hot stove or pot is an easy way to get yourself burned. As a fairly common backcountry…
How to Prevent and Treat Blisters While Hiking

August 3, 2015

A long hike out in the wild can take its toll on your feet. Blisters are a common problem for hikers caused by friction on your feet as they get sweaty and…
How to Prevent Ankle Injury While Hiking

July 29, 2015

A long hike can put a lot of stress on your ankles. Simply walking for a long period of time puts a lot of pressure on your ankles and feet; add to…
Don’t Get Lost! How to Prepare for It and What to Do If it Happens

July 27, 2015

Whether you are an experienced hiker or a just getting started, at some point you’ll end up in a position where you’re not quite sure exactly where you are. Trust me, there’s…
5 Common Mistakes Hikers Make On the Trail

July 23, 2015

Hiking is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature, get some exercise and enjoy the company of friends and family. As spring, summer and fall come around, new people are…
Beginners Guide to Camping

July 16, 2015

Camping is an incredible experience letting you get in touch with nature in ways few other experiences can. In order to discover the wonders of the great outdoors, it’s important to adopt…
How to Prepare for a Camping Trip

July 14, 2015

Camping is a great way to get in touch with the great outdoors. Nothing can beat the feeling of waking up to the sound of a river, stream or a waterfall. The best…
The Basics: Building a Campfire

June 21, 2015

Building a campfire is one of the great treats of camping. There’s almost nothing more relaxing than the smell of burning embers, the orange glow of the flame and the sound of…