The backpacking tent is going to be one of the most important pieces of gear you have when out on your adventure. It is also going to be one of the most expensive pieces of gear you own. That’s why choosing the best tent for you and your adventure is so important. How to choose …
One of the biggest fears that keep people from backpacking is “What happens if I need to use the bathroom?” Well, I’m here to tell you it is nothing to fear and is about the most natural thing you will do in nature. There are a few guidelines and techniques to follow and you can …
You are planning to take your first backpacking trip and are looking for the perfect backpack. It can be overwhelming with all the different types, styles, prices, sizes, and more. There are hundreds of different packs to choose from. Let me help you by showing you what I consider the Top 5 backpacks for beginners. …
Imagine seeing the sun rising up around a mountain peak, casting light upon the dark valleys below. You are enjoying a hot cup of coffee, watching the most beautiful sunrise of your life. Bundled up in a sleeping bag, from inside your tent, you let this experience free your soul of the stress and worries …
Listening to a campfire pierce the silence of the night with every pop and crackle can almost hypnotize you. As the firelight tickles the tree tops above we can’t help but drift away in the beauty. Feeling the warmth against your skin brings life to a tired body. From the earliest times of man, fire …
What is Backpacking? Backpacking is the outdoor recreation of carrying gear on one’s back while hiking for more than a day. It is often an extended journey and may involve camping outdoors. Wikipedia That would be the most literal way of describing what backpacking is. For those who have experienced the trail with a pack …
What are the Unwritten Rules While Hiking Down the Trail? In almost every aspect of our lives, there is always a list of unwritten rules that we as humans follow to help maintain order and peace. Hiking definitely has its own list of unwritten rules. Guidelines to follow to help you and fellow hikers enjoy …
7 Items I must have when solo Hiking With 500+ miles on trail hiking solo, I have come to enjoy adventuring alone. Being one with nature and experiencing places by myself has only strengthened my addiction to adventure. But starting out, my first couple of solo trips that wasn’t always the case. I look back …
How do you Backpack in Winter and stay Warm? Some of the most beautiful hikes I’ve ever experienced were during the winter season. Waterfalls frozen in time, the calmness of a fresh blanket of snow on the trail, and the magical feeling of winter surrounding you as you hike. Who wouldn’t want Old Man Winter …
Enjoying time and experiences with my kids and hiking down the trail are two of my favorite things. But how do I do this together? How do you hike with kids? Some of my best experiences with my kids are hiking through the trees and crossing streams. Exploring and enjoying nature as we are born …
