Kickstart the Cinch-N-Clinch, a Newfangled Carabiner Bungie
The Cinch-N-Clinch is simple thing that holds other things. Really, it’s not complicated. But it’s smart. Kickstart the project.
Establishing a Backpacking Blog: Interview with Hartley Brody of the Adventure Blog
Our interview with Hartley Brody goes inside the making of of a new backpacking blog. Find tips, advice, and a great resource here.
Spirit Bears and The Great Bear Rainforest Protected
The Great Bear Rainforest is protected. Well, 85% of it. See the historic environmental agreement reached, and how the Spirit Bear is protected too.
Jill and RT on Thru-Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail [interview]
Backpackers.com — A long thru-hike is a daunting goal. Weeks, if not months, out on the trail, night after night, pushing your body and mind to the limit. Injury, stress, and loneliness often come in waves, forcing many to the edges of understanding and patience. But that struggle is part of the wonder. That’s what so […]
Kickstart the California Hiking Map, Interview
Check out this fully funded Kickstarter, and get yourself the California Hiking Map, which contains every trail in California. We interviewed the creator.
Save the Boundary Waters: Environmental Exploration of the Cause
The Boundary Waters wilderness is under threat from mining, and has been for a decade. We explore the concerns, proposals, and events to combat the mines.
A Wolfdog’s Best Friend: Loki the Wolfdog and Kelly Lund, Interview
Loki the Wolfdog is charming. We got in touch with his best friend, Kelly Lund, to discuss epic adventures and how necessity breeds inspiration.
Watch: Denali, The Story of a Man and His Dog
“Denali” is the story of professional photographer Ben Moon’s love and life with his dog. We thought it deserved another cycle.
36 Years of Backpacker Magazine Back Issues Free
Ready to dig in? Every issue of Backpacker Magazine, from 1973 to 2009, is available on Google Books for free. Get stoked.
Appalachian Trail on the Rise
Knowledge and interest in the Appalachain Trail is on the rise. We highlight the movies, stats, and cultural shift to nature and one America’s great trails.