Proper packing is essential for comfort on the trail. A sloppy load can shift, throwing you off-balance, or put uneven strain on your back, shoulders and legs. Although packing is one of the least pleasant parts of mornings in the backcountry, learning to arrange your pack correctly will save you time, energy and discomfort during a hike. In general, bulk… read more
Camping is a great recreational activity. It promotes a healthy lifestyle and a connection with the outdoors. It also provides great bonding time with your friends and family. Proper equipment for your camping trip can make the experience much more pleasant. read more
You'll find countless guides on what items are necessary for backpacking and surviving in the wilderness, but there are many items that will add enjoyment to your trip that may not make these lists. Though you could live without many of these non-essentials if you had to, they will make your time in the backcountry much more pleasurable and efficient. read more
Packing a backpack may sound easy, and it is once you learn what you need and how to pack it. At first it can be hard to know what you will need out there if you have never been on a backcountry trip. Start by packing these basic items and personalize the list from there. read more
On camping trips, you must plan ahead to adequately meet your needs for food, water, shelter and basic human comfort. There is no worse feeling than arriving at a backcountry camping destination and realizing you forgot something important. Overlooking an essential item can lead to hunger, sickness or injury in the backcountry. Stay well prepared by using a… read more
Camping is a wonderful way to extend your visit to natural places. Camping on snow can take it to a whole different level. One the safest and best ways to practice snow camping is to do so in your own backyard. In the field is not the… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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