Are you tired of cramming for finals under stuffy, fluorescent lights? Do you yearn for the outdoors? Backpacking can help — all you need is a destination, a backpack and a plan. In Preparation ...

Backcountry campsites are kept more natural and only have room for a very small number of campers. They lack public facilities like restrooms and showers, but those willing to do the work to reach ...

In a recent podcast interview, I was asked, “What advice or tips do you have for beginner backpackers?” You can imagine the difficulty of encapsulating nearly 20 years of experience into a sound bite, ...

Heading out for an adventure beyond the comfort of tame indoor spaces is often a priority for eager explorers. Whether you're meandering around a park or trail for the day or plotting a longer camping ...

Every afternoon near the start of my first thru-hike, I knew just where I’d find the hiker named Poncho—and that he’d greet me with advice that would help me finish the Appalachian Trail. A few years ...

Backpacking can be intimidating. You have to haul all your food, water and shelter into the backcountry and sleep there — but you are self-sufficient! You are carrying everything you need on your back ...

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If you're relatively new to any type of hiking, you might be expecting a little bit of discomfort for your effort. Blisters, sore shoulders, aching legs, and other ailments might even seem like the ...

As the snow melts and summer wildflowers bloom, Colorado hikers are ready for this season’s outdoor adventures. While the options range from easy to moderate to hard, the scenery alone provides ...

There are many reasons why backpacking across Asia is a fantastic option. This enormous, diverse continent provides a unique, inexpensive, and enlightening journey. If you’re a newbie to the ...

Following a comprehensive guide to backcountry camping is one of the safest ways for a beginner to get from sitting on their couch to backpacking through the wilderness. Otherwise, you risk venturing ...

Most parents in America would agree that monitoring screen time for kids is a big challenge, especially because playing games and getting online is how many teenagers socialize and communicate with ...