If you really want to be a savvy hiking boot buyer, you need to learn and understand the names of the different parts of a hiking boot. We’re going to ...
It’s currently about 9:30 PM, and I’m sitting on the couch with my laptop and a beer, trying to rest my feet. I racked up 20 miles today trying to ...
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 ...
You have to bring a first-aid kit anytime you’re hiking or camping. You can go the DIY first-aid kit route, but that won’t save much money. Just grab one of ...
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 ...