One of the best rules to follow when it comes to outdoor gear is K.I.S.S. (keep it simple, stupid). This also applies when you're thinking about what foods to take on the trail with you. The best backpacking foods are light, nutritious, durable and quick and simple to prepare. read more
Backpacking is all about simplicity, but choosing food for a multiday trip can be mystifying. The best approach is to simplify--keeping your meals simple can cut weight and take the stress out of cooking. read more
Outdoor enthusiasts are active, and replacing the calories expended by a full day in the outdoors isn't always easy. Backpacking food has a tall order to fill. It needs to be calorie-dense enough to satisfy an appetite charged by an ac… 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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