Choosing a sleeping bag is an important decision to make, especially with so many styles to choose from, and designed for different purposes. In this guide, we’ll focus on sleeping bags designed for backpacking: discussing different styles, and outline key features to look for when you go shopping around.
We here at Daily Hiker try to follow the various things going on in the hiking world. Unfortunately, it’s not always the easiest to find the better outdoor sites out there. With that in mind, we thought we’d share a few of our favorite links.
With the recent news that the National Park Service is requiring all overnight hikers to carry and use a bear canister for their food in Rocky Mountain National Park (click here to read more), we thought we would take the time to put together some safety precautions you can follow when hiking in the wilderness….
It’s never too early to start planning for summer trips, and this year on our list is a trip to Olympic National Park. With over 922,000 acres of land, you can choose to explore glacier-capped mountains, the temperate rainforest, or beaches along the Pacific coastline. Here are a few tips to help you plan your…
Backpacking meals are a great option for quick, no-mess meals on the trail. However, they do have a reputation of being less than appetizing, and after a long day of hiking, do you really want to sit down for a bland meal that doesn’t even look like food? Daily Hiker put a few brands to the test; read more to see how they stacked up.
So you have found the perfect backpacking tent for you, now how do you keep it in good shape? Read more for some tips on how to keep your tent maintained and in good condition for seasons to come.
With so many choices available on the market, it can seem overwhelming when faced with the task of choosing a backpacking tent. In this guide, we’ll illustrate a few of the options available and the key features to look for.