Tips and tricks for getting up that mountain side or through that valley.
Backpacking for the first time can feel daunting. What tent should you get? How many pairs of socks should you bring? Which water filter is the best for the job? We have quite a bit of backpacking experience, and thought we should tell you what we’ve learned the hard way. We know that gearing up…
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A hiker makes a Leave No Trace confession, and we’re here to dole out penance—and a piece of advice. “I was on a solo hike a few weeks ago and, well, I really had to go. There was just no time—I crapped right next to the trail. I feel really bad.” –Incontinent in Idaho Dear…
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National parks are wildly popular: In 2017, people traveled outside with nearly 331 million visits to national parks, monuments, and historic and cultural sites maintained by the National Park Service. This isn’t a revelation to any hiker who’s spent enough time outdoors to get a sunburn in recent years. Head to the nation’s most popular national…
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Fly fishing is one of the most inexpensive forms of fishing. It is also one of the simplest. Just
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It’s hard to live a life outside without encountering rain. That’s why a good rain jacket (or two) is an important part of every outdoorsperson’s closet. To pick the right jacket you’ll want to make sure it is seam sealed with a waterproof and breathable fabric,and a quality hood. But the rest is up to…
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Preppers have a different approach to the future. When they look at the possibility of nuclear war or a complete
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From simple carbs to detox diets, we bust four common food fables. Knock down nutrition myths, and you’ll eat better and live healthier.As the person responsible for preparing trail foods for a family of six, I need to know what’s good nutrition advice, and what’s nonsense. That way, when my husband grabs an energy drink…
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We believe in the power of the outdoors—which usually means putting your phone down and getting out there. But sometimes, your smartphone is your window into a better time in the wild. We tapped our outdoor community to find the best apps available. These are the top eight hiking apps that will help you get…
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Keep your body healthy and fueled on long-distance hikes. A couple weeks into a long trail, just when the blisters have started to callus over, it happens: eternal hunger sets in. Contrary to popular belief, there is something you can do to combat that constant hunger and the resulting weight loss—it just takes a better…
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Make your campsite a sanctuary with these tips. Packing for Success 1. When hiking in wet weather, load your pack to minimize the number of times you’ll have to open it—and how much gear will get exposed when you do. Place your shell and snacks in outside pockets, and the tent at top of the…
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