There are a ton of things to think about when embarking on a backpacking trip, but one thing many campers – particularly novices – fail to consider is site selection. ...

I know what you’re thinking, and you’re right: Hikers, walkers, and campers in the past enjoyed the great outdoors without the benefit of weather apps.  A decade or two ago, ...

Self-reliance is the name of the camping game. You have to be prepared for unexpected obstacles. This means you have to be able to fix stuff that breaks. And to ...

Most campers and hikers probably lose a pound or three during adventures, thanks to the abundance of calories burned while on the trail. And the substandard food most campers and ...

You’ll need to bring along enough clothing to keep you warm, dry and comfortable for the duration of your trip (you can wash clothing during the trip, but it’s kind ...

There’s a bit of a serious element to pre-camping preparations. After all, you’ll be potentially hanging out in a pretty isolated area, so you’ll be on your own to a ...

If you spend enough time on the trail, you’ll eventually suffer an injury. It really is that simple. Hopefully, the injury will be of the skinned-knee or splinter-in-your-finger variety, but ...

There are a million ways to pack and organize your camping gear. But one of the easiest ways to ensure you can find things easily on the trail is to ...

Assembling the equipment you’ll need for an upcoming camping trip can be daunting. While it’s fun to shop for gear and dream up dozens of different ways to organize all ...

Camping trips are one of the most rewarding ways to enjoy the natural world. Unlike an afternoon hike at your local park or weekend fishing trip, camping is an immersive ...