National Park Service Turns 100!
Showing more vigor and strength than most organizations (or people) at 100, the National Park Service reflects on its past by looking to the future.…
Backpackers Guide to Online Outdoor Retailers
This is a massive, ultimate list of the best online outdoor retailers for your backpacking interests. Read here to see where, when, and how you should shop.…
Guide to Protecting a Guitar or Ukulele in the Backcountry
Musicians shouldn’t let inclement weather and the wilderness stifle songs. Here’s a beginner guide to protecting a guitar or ukulele in the backcountry.…
Kickstart the Wildland Scout, a Modular Bushcraft Backpack
The Wildland Scout is a modular bushcraft backpack made by YNOT in collaboration with Joe Robinet. We interview YNOT about the creation of a unique pack.…
How to Prepare Homemade Backpacking Meals
Thomas Freeman opts out of freeze dried meals to create his own homemade backpacking meals. Here are his reflections, a cost analysis, and recipes.…
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Outdoor Gear Deals: 69% Off Down Parka via Massdrop
This down parka from Sierra Designs is as warm as they come. Get an outrageously expensive coat for 69% off retail and learn all about the Michelin Man.…
Outdoor Gear Deals: Digital Backpacking Scale via Massdrop
Need to weigh your gear before your next trip? You’re in luck. This digital backpacking scale from Massdrop is 44% off retail. Grab it before it’s gone.…
Get Inspired by Issyk-Kol Lake, Stunning Debut Footage
The first video from Lev Koshko features Issyk-Kol Lake, and intersects the outdoors, technology, and culture in under three minutes. Read our interview.…
Kickstart the Pascal Press, A Portable Backcountry Coffee Press
This portable backcountry coffee press comes from the mind of Alan Kalbfleisch. See the Pascal Press Kickstarter campaign and read our interview.…
A Comedic Journey Into the Australian Outback [guest post]
This hilarious journey into the Australian Outback is written by Steven Deeks, a writer who in no way backpacks. Get the other side’s perspective.…
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How to Stop Vandalism in National Parks and Beyond [opinion]
Vandalism in National Parks has seen a sharp spike in recent years. In the last two months four major cases took the national stage. How will we stop it?…
7 Epic Spring Hikes of 2016
Day hikes and overnight backpack trips abound in this roundup of epic spring hikes for 2016. Get a brief overview of the hikes and plan your next trip.…
Outdoor Gear Deals: Collapsible Superlight Trekking Poles via Massdrop
Thinking about improving your hiking? Grab collapsible superlight trekking poles in this Massdrop sale and you’ll be more comfortable than ever before.…
Kickstart the Al-Cap, a Universal Cap for Water Bottles
The Al-cap is a universal cap for water bottles, the cheap kind you usually throw away. Not anymore. Join the campaign on Kickstarter.…
How to Calculate Backpack Weight with LighterPack
Want to calculate backpack weight more effeciently? LighterPack is a free, easy-to-use tool to get you there.…