Category: Essentials

How to Choose a Sleeping Bag

October 9, 2015

Sleeping in a tent can be one of the great joys of the wilderness. If you don’t have the right sleeping bag, however, that joy can turn to misery quickly. There are…
First Time Gear for Beginner Backpackers: What to Invest In

October 6, 2015

If it’s your first time backpacking, it’s easy to get lost in all of the gear for beginner backpackers. Don’t get carried away with new gear. Necessary items can be difficult to…
6 Backcountry Dangers…and How to Deal With Them

September 24, 2015

Experienced hikers are perfectly aware of the dangers outdoors. No matter how much you prepare for these situations, sometimes they can happen unexpectedly. While a typical survival guide might have all the…
The Invisible Threat: Lyme Disease and How to Avoid it On the Trail

September 18, 2015

Lyme Disease is terrifying illness that can impact its victims long-term. Today, we know more about it than ever before, and still each year, more than 30,000 cases are reported to the…
Hiking in Bear Country: Tips to Stay Safe

September 15, 2015

Hiking in bear country is something that most hikers will end up doing at some point in their travels. As exciting as it is to spot a bear, it can be a…
Love the Backcountry’s Guide to Lightweight Backpacking

September 9, 2015

When going backpacking many take the concept of being prepared a little too far and end up throwing everything that they think they might possibly need in their pack. Being prepared is…
10 Rules for Cooking in the Backcountry

September 2, 2015

Cooking great meals in the backcountry is never an easy task. Most commercially available trail food isn’t exactly stellar. To make your backcountry bites more enjoyable, there are certain guidelines that most…
How to Prepare for a Thru-Hike

August 29, 2015

Thru-hikes aren’t for beginners. These typically longer hikes need preparation both physically and mentally. Before jumping on the trail head, it’s important to start training yourself. Here’s how to start. Get in…
How to Improvise a Splint

August 17, 2015

Knowing how to improvise a splint can be an incredibly useful backcountry skill to know when hiking on your own or with a group. Accidents happen just as much, if not more,…
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…