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  • Lightweight Backpacking Basics – Episode 1

    Lightweight Backpacking Basics – Episode 1

    Backpacking with a lighter pack will reduce stress on your body, give you more free time on the trail, and allow you to hike farther with less effort. 

  • Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Tent Review

    Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Tent Review

    The Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 is one of the lightest double-wall, 2-door tents on the market. This makes it ultralight, convenient, and easy to pitch. It also has more headroom than much of the competition due to its long brow pole that pulls out the sidewalls.

  • 15 Great Deals at REI’s November Sale

    15 Great Deals at REI’s November Sale

    Before REI shuts its doors and encourages everyone to #optoutside on Black Friday, they’re having a huge sale. The Gear Up-Get Out sale runs from November 9 – 19 and includes some of our favorite backpacking and hiking gear. Check out the gear we’re most excited about!

  • A Complete Guide to Hiking the John Muir Trail

    A Complete Guide to Hiking the John Muir Trail

    Planning for your thru-hike of the JMT can be a daunting and overwhelming task – not to mention the difficulty in procuring one of the coveted permits. In this guide we hope to break down every detail you’ll need to begin preparing for what will surely be an adventure of a lifetime.

  • Ultimate Backpacking Checklist & Gear Essentials

    Ultimate Backpacking Checklist & Gear Essentials

    After years of honing our backpacking gear to find the balance of weight, comfort, and…

  • The Ultimate Camping Checklist

    The Ultimate Camping Checklist

    Camping is a classic way to commune with nature and spend time with family and friends.

  • Timberline Trail Backpacking Guide

    Timberline Trail Backpacking Guide

    The Timberline Trail around Mt. Hood is one of Oregon’s most iconic and scenic trails. This 40-mile loop is a fantastic way to experience the immense size and beauty of Mt. Hood.

  • Lake O’Hara Hiking and Camping Guide

    Lake O’Hara Hiking and Camping Guide

    If we had to choose one location to illustrate the immense beauty of the Canadian Rockies, the Lake O’Hara backcountry would be the place. Eighty kilometers of well-maintained trails wind through this breathtaking alpine wilderness filled with turquoise lakes, stunning meadows, and expansive views.

  • Mount Adams Backpacking Guide

    Mount Adams Backpacking Guide

    With spectacular fields of wildflowers well into summer, incredible mountain scenery, and cozy campsites nestled in beautiful meadows, backpacking in the Mount Adams Wilderness should definitely be on your radar.

  • Mother’s Day Gifts for Outdoorsy Moms 2024

    Mother’s Day Gifts for Outdoorsy Moms 2024

    Mother’s Day is coming up and it’s a great opportunity to show the special lady in your life how much you appreciate her.

  • Alvord Desert Camping Tips

    Alvord Desert Camping Tips

    If you’re looking to really, really get away from it all, take a trip to the Alvord Desert. It’s an otherworldly landscape with nearly unparalleled stargazing and plenty of opportunities for rugged R&R.

  • Best Backpacking Stoves of 2024

    Best Backpacking Stoves of 2024

    We’ve spent years cooking up this list of the best backpacking stoves around so backcountry chefs and Cup Noodle connoisseurs can find their perfect match.

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