Got a camp full of hangry hikers? Whip up one of these simple starters. Easy-prep appetizersSpicy Quesadillas These fast-cook hors d’oeuvres satisfy exhausted hikers who crave salt and fat (which is all of them). Serves 2. 2 flour tortillas4 oz. cheddar cheese2 jalapeño peppers At home ⇒ Pack ingredients separately. In camp ⇒ Slice cheese…
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Tasty, fast, easy: What makes tacos great at home also makes them great in camp. Spicy Chicken Tacos Make this classic taco with trail-friendly ingredients. 6 small corn or flour tortillas 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 small yellow onion, diced 1-2 serrano peppers, diced 1 7-oz. pouch chicken ½ packet taco seasoning 4 oz. cheddar…
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Stay in shape with these workout tips, and advice from a fitness hero. Your Body True: The effects of aging seem to accelerate after 65. Also true: “Walking and moving around is the single most important thing older people can do to extend their life expectancy and remain independent,” says Bill Evans, of the University…
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Leave it to the pros to have the outdoor world figured out. These tips are what turn hikers into guides—and guides into heroes. 1. Get ready faster. The easy way? Don’t unpack. When you finish a weekend trip, leave all the stuff you use for nearly every adventure—stove, sleeping pad, first-aid kit, repair kit—together in…
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Footwear tech is more complicated than it looks. Maximize your mileage by learning how to pick the right boots and make them last. Buy your boots carefully, and your feet will thank you.The Boot Expert Brennan Halterman grew up hiking in Southeast Alaska and has been fitting shoes since 2003. Now he’s closing in on…
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A little rain never hurt anyone. With these tips, there’s no such thing as bad weather. Choose the Right Layers 1. Avoid cotton like the plague. Pack synthetic baselayers, a featherless puffy for insulation, and a rainjacket to stay dry. 2. Don’t over-insulate. What you really need to do is stay dry, and over-layering will…
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With map and compass in hand, world-class navigators take to the Estonian forest to compete at the World Orienteering Championships. Who has what it takes to complete this race? The energy in the forest is palpable as USA competitor Greg Ahlswede walks up to the start line. Around him, professional navigators from across the globe…
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Headed out on the Pacific Crest Trail? Expert thru-hiker Liz “Snorkel” Thomas breaks down the gear you’ll need. A light shelter will go a long way on the PCT.On a PCT thru-hike, you’ll be spending months with your gear. Pick it wisely, and you’ll have a friend who never lets you down. On the other…
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Developed by a college outdoor program, this may be the best bar you’ll ever eat. It might not have the most elegant name, but the MiddView granola bar has plenty of qualities to make up for it. This staple of Middlebury College outdoor life earned its name from the first-year orientation trip program, MiddView. Every…
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A good backpacking stove will be your dinner date for hundreds of meals. Here’s how to pick the right one. Canister stoves are easy, but don’t always function well in the cold.The time has come. You’re tired of using your mom’s rusty stove from the 1980s, and you’re ready to buy one of your own.…
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