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.
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How to Choose a Backpacking Tent
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.
Leave No Trace
It’s predicted that with the current economic downturn, we’ll see more people on the trails and in campsites this summer than in previous years. While we love that more people are getting interested in hiking, camping, and outdoors activities as a way to spend an enjoyable vacation, it’s important to remember our impact on the environment. The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics is a non-profit and educational organization that promotes responsible enjoyment of the outdoors. Read more for the seven principles of the Leave No Trace philosophy.
“There’s an app for that.”
Inspired by the latest trail-focused iPhone App ad on tv, we decided to put together our own list of outdoors-related apps.
How to Choose and Fit a Backpack: Part Three
In the final installment of How to Choose and Fit a Backpack, we will pass on a few tips that will help keep your new pack in good shape, even after many uses—after all, you’ve invested a lot of time and money into finding the perfect pack!
How to Choose and Fit a Backpack: Part Two
Last week we talked about the different styles of backpacks and features available from which to choose from. In the second part of this series, we will talk about sizing and fitting a backpack, as a good fit will do wonders for your comfort.
How to Choose and Fit a Backpack: Part One
Having the right backpack and fitting it properly can make a huge difference on the trail. Some of the factors to keep in mind when choosing a pack is to make sure it’s suited for the weight, length and intensity of your hike. In the first part of this multi-part article, we’ll talk about choosing the features and backpack that are right for you.
The Best Mountaineering Books
Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills Freedom of the Hills (FOTH) has become what you could call the mountaineering bible. FOTH includes information on just about every type of climbing one could do, and will give you a good basic overview of how mountaineering is done. That said, the style of mountaineering taught in FOTH…
Top Ten Hiking Essentials
It doesn’t matter if you are going on a 3-hour hike or a multi-day backpacking trip; here is a list of ten essential items that should always be in your pack, as well as a few extra thrown in for good measure. Read more to view the list.
How to Choose the Right Hiking Boots
Picking out a pair of hiking boots is one of the most important decisions we make as hikers or backpackers. Here are a few areas to consider when choosing the boots that are best for you.