The Ultimate Guide to Buying Gear on Steep and Cheap
Buying gear on Steep and Cheap can save you money. This in-depth guide explains how to navigate the site and sales for the best gear possible.
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7 Epic Spring Hikes to Explore This Season
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.
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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.
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5 Backpacking Gear Essentials Worth Spending Money On
A comprehensive guide to the five pieces of backpacking gear worth spending money on.
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Backbone Trail Complete: Thru-Hiking Santa Monica Mountains
Thru-hike the Santa Monica Mountains with the Backbone Trail, 67 miles from Point Magu into Santa Monica, with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
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Dehydrated Food for Backpackers, A Long Term Storage Primer
Lee Flynn details the purpose and process of dehydrated food for backpackers. Shave some serious weight off your next trip.
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6 Long Distance Trails Backpackers Will Love
Want to get deep into the wilderness? Here are 6 long trails backpackers will love. Hikers too.
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A Primer to Thru-Hiking Nutrition
Thinking about embarking on an epic walk? You’ll need to start thinking about thru-hiking nutrition. Here’s a primer to get you in the right mindset.
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Mosquito Protection for Backpackers and Campers
A guest post from Karen Thomspon of InsectCop details mosquito protection for backpackers and campers. Don’t get bit!
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The State of Cottage Gear: EnLIGHTened Equipment Interview
“Backpacking gear is a series of tools, not a goal in itself.”
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Hike Montana with the Montana Wilderness Association’s Online Guide
Have you seen Montana Wilderness Association’s interactive hiking guide to the Big Sky State? Check it out, and hike Montana with ease.
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Backpacking Food Guide: Nutrition and Meal Planning Basics
This backpacking food primer by Lee Flynn helps you pack the right grub for the wilderness.
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How to Maintain a Trail in 11 Steps: DIY Stewardship Guide
A trail overseer provides simple steps for how to maintain a trail.
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NPMaps: All National Park Maps in One Place [Interview]
We interview the creator of NPMaps, a site with all the National Park maps in one place. (Well, almost all.) Browse, download, trek at your leisure.
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20 Hilarious One Star Reviews of National Parks
We sourced 20 one-star Yelp reviews of National Parks for your viewing pleasure. Experience the majesty of the National Parks — or, not so much.
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How to Bug Proof Your Hammock by Serac Hammocks
Want to learn how to bug proof your hammock? A guest post from Serac Hammocks’ Jeff Zhang tells you everything you need to know.
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Adventure And The Pacific Crest Trail Book Review
A collection of trail days and photos from two thru-hikers, “Adventure And The Pacific Crest Trail” is a personal look at one of America’s great hikes.
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Create a Winter Weather Emergency Kit for Home, Work or Car
Lee Flynn writes on the many ways to create a winter weather emergency kit for the home, office, and car. Preparedness is key.
