Second only to gear, food is the most difficult thing for backpackers to get right. Follow these recommendations on amounts, types, and overnight storage to avoid learning the hard way. My experience ...
Thanks to today’s lightweight equipment, a backpack loaded with all your weekend supplies should weigh less than 35 pounds. Rent a tent. Many outfitters rent shelter, packs and other gear. It cuts ...
The first time I took my sister backpacking, I let her mostly pack for herself. I gave her some tips and answered questions, but mostly let her succeed or fail on her own. For the most part, she did ...
Midstaters looking to get in touch with their wild side this summer and go backpacking are in luck. The midstate boasts an abundance of trails and parks. We caught up with Environmental Education ...
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Writer, multi-media journalist focused on the environment. Since most of my discretionary travel budget of late has been hit by my ...
The Santa Barbara-Ventura Sierra Club’s Basic Backpacking Course will begin in March, offering a comprehensive program designed to introduce beginners to the essentials of backpacking and survival ...
Hiking safety basics often come down to preparation, awareness, and simple habits that prevent small mistakes from turning into serious problems. Beginners who plan ahead, understand their limits, and ...
HIKING — A Backpacking Basics presentation geared to the Inland Northwest will be presented Tuesday, 7 p.m., by the staff at the Spokane REI store, 1125 N. Monroe St. A presentation geared to ...
Backpacking knowledge might be immediately useful now that spring weather has reached Wisconsin. Representatives from REI Madison will provide an overview of proper planning, preparation and gear for ...
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