Read This Before You Go Backpacking in Barefoot Shoes!
Wondering is backpacking in barefoot shoes is a solid choice? Read on for expert guidance about how to do it right.
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4 Ways to Filter and Purify Water for Hiking and Backpacking (And How to Choose)
Whether you’re a seasoned outdoorist or new to the whole backpacking thing, there’s one piece of gear you should always have on hand if you plan to drink water from natural sources in the great outdoors: a water filter. Here are the four main ways to filter and purify so you can decide which is best for you for every outdoor adventure.
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Glasses or Contacts for Backpacking? Here’s How to Choose and Keep Your Eyeballs Healthy
Trying to decide between glasses or contacts for backpacking? It’s a tough choice and one that largely comes down to personal preference. But there are also some pretty solid reasons to choose one over the other depending on your situation.
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You’re Doing it Wrong: How Not to Be THAT GUY when Dispersed Camping (10 Camping Etiquette Tips)
When it comes to camping etiquette, particularly when dispersed camping, it all comes down to one guiding principle: Don’t be a butthole. A little consideration for others goes a long way when you’re far from civilization. So whether you’re planning your first dispersed camping trip or your 30th, here’s how to conduct yourself in a civilized way, even when you’re far from civilization.
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How to Choose the Best Hydration System for Hiking & Backpacking
How to choose AND build a personal hydration system that works for your style, trip length, preferences and environment. All so you can stay happy, healthy and hydrated on any trail.
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Wash Your Ski Jacket. It’s Gross. Here’s How.
Your ski jacket is filthy. Don’t think so? Is it shedding water like it should? Or does the inside feel clammy after one run? Then guess what…It’s dirty. But I have good news: you can and should wash your ski jacket. Here’s how to do it right.
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Hikers & Snowshoers Need to Know About Avalanche Safety, Too. Here are the Basics.
Avalanche danger in snowy mountains is real, even if you’re not a backcountry skier. So here’s an intro on how to stay safe in avalanche terrain (including being able to identify what avalanche terrain looks like). Yup, even if you’re “just” a hiker or snowshoer.
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What to Wear for Winter Hiking Based on the Temp
Winter hiking is a blast. Trails are less crowded, parking lots are empty, the views are spectacular (especially if there’s snow on the mountains where you live) and it’s a great excuse to indulge in your favorite trail snacks or a hot beverage (you burn more calories hiking in the cold). Here are some simple guidelines, recommendations and tips for what to wear winter hiking so you can enjoy the fourth season.
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How to Repair Outdoor Gear from Jackets to Boots (A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners)
Have a puncture in your sleeping bag? A sticky zipper on your favorite backpack? A tear in your ski shell?Don’t trash it, repair it! Here’s how to repair outdoor gear.
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These Gear Repair Shops Can Make Your Old Gear Good as New (No Matter Where in the U.S. You Live)
These gear repair shops offer services for outdoorists across the U.S. so you can keep your gear in play and out of a landfill.
