Having the right sleeping bag to sleep in after a long day hiking is a necessary component of a perfect backpacking trip. Sleeping bags come in all different materials, shapes, sizes, and colors. Though you’ll want something that looks good and feels good, any sleeping bag you choose needs to do its job of letting […]
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A Guide on How to Choose a Tent
Anytime you walk into a backpacking store, the amount of gear in one section can be rather overwhelming. This especially goes for tents. As several tents are out on display, you can get lost once you have to choose a tent that’s right for you. Similar to choosing a backpack, a cooking stove, or a […]
8 Backpacker-Friendly Grocery Stores
Shopping for backpacking food can be a trek on its own. Trying to find grocery stores that sell the types of foods or packaged meals you’re looking can be a daunting task if you’re not sure where to look. Sometimes, it involves driving far away to find the right store, or going up and down […]
10 Delicious Solutions for the Vegan Hiker
A majority of the foods we eat outdoors are not always mindful of hikers who have dietary restrictions, like veganism. For those who can’t eat animal products, it’s easy to say you’ve had a harder time than others when it comes to eating on the trail. However, there are options available for you that let […]
13 Struggles Every Backpacker Knows
Life for a backpacker is wonderful, but it’s not always easy. Despite the freedom of connecting with nature and constantly being surrounded by absolute beauty, it’s not always as glamorous as it seems. Though most backpackers got it down, there are parts of this hobby that will always be a struggle, no matter how much […]
How to Cook Over a Fire
While many people go for portable stoves as their main cooking mechanism in the backcountry, others prefer to go with the classic way of making a fire. Cooking over a fire that you built yourself is something everyone needs to try at least once. However, creating a fire that is easy to cook over and […]
20 Things Only Backpackers Get Excited About
1. Packing for a hike Seriously, whenever it’s time for you to pack for your next trip, you can hardly contain your excitement. 2. When that new outdoor store is finally open You know where you’re going to be for the next 5 hours… 3. Winter “Don’t you hate winter?” “Umm…no.” What’s better than getting to […]
How to Choose a Backpacking Stove
Cooking is one of the most important things you’ll do while backpacking, as is having a good backpacking stove that can do the job. Often, eating a good meal during a backpacking trip can be one of the most enjoyable parts of the day. It’s rewarding to sit down to a good meal after hiking for a […]
The 11 Best Cooking Tools for the Trail
Nowadays, there are some awesome cooking tools out there that are going to make you love cooking in the backcountry. While it’s preferable to bring less items than more during your hike, there’s no shame in having a few extra gadgets to add some life to your camp kitchen. Buy up one of these cool cooking […]
Using the Outdoors to Encourage Fitness in Your Child
Getting in shape outdoors with your significant other or even your dog, is an easy way for ourselves to stay motivated. However, getting your children involved is a whole other story. It’s no secret that the U.S has a problem with child obesity as well eating disorders in even the youngest of children. Any solution there is […]