Category: Backpacking

9 Ways to Meet Other Backpackers

October 5, 2015

While backpacking can be an empowering solo sport, it can be comforting to hike a trail with companions. If you’re new to backpacking, it’s important to have a supportive community of other…
Navigating in Low Visibility

October 2, 2015

If you spend enough time in the backcountry, you’re going to come across situations where you can’t see well – if at all. Whether the result of low fog, dense vegetation or…
Great Jobs for People Who Love Backpacking

October 1, 2015

If you’re the type of person who loves the outdoors and hates the office, then it’s likely you’ve considered leaving it all to live off the grid. However, due to circumstances, you…
The 8 Types of Backpackers You’ll Meet on the Trail

September 30, 2015

While you might have a lot of common with other backpackers, sharing the same passions and love for the outdoors, each person you hike with brings a different attribute to the table.…
Another Appalachian Trail Record

September 29, 2015

A young woman from Seattle who goes by the name ‘Anish’, broke the record for completing the Appalachian Trail in the quickest time ever as an ‘unsupported’ backpacker. This means that Anish,…
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…
Backcountry Nutrition – What to Eat on Your Multi-day Hike

September 23, 2015

When you’re out backpacking for days at a time, it is important to take food that gives you enough energy to power through the ups and downs of the trail. You also…
The Best Volcano Hikes in North America

September 23, 2015

Our continent has some pretty badass volcanoes, and hiking them is certainly no casual stroll. However, if you’re up for the challenge of conquering these rugged bad boys, you’ll find that the…
A Guide to Eating in the Wilderness: Berries and Plants

September 22, 2015

While a smart backpacker should always bring enough food when heading outdoors, it doesn’t hurt to know what’s safe to eat along the trail. Whether you’re just looking to have some fun…
Fact or Fiction – 8 Myths About the Outdoors Revealed

September 21, 2015

There’s a lot of urban legends out there in the backpacking world. Whether you’ve seen them on TV or heard them from other backpackers, it’s hard to know what to believe. Sometimes…