Have you ever heard the term ‘campfire impacts?’ I never had until I started learning more about Leave No Trace. I might date myself a little here and even admit that when I first learned how to go backpacking we were taught to dig out a big old hole in the ground to build a ..read more

One of the biggest fears, and dangers, that hikers face is wildlife. But we need to remember that any animal we encounter on the trail or at a campsite belongs there. We are just passing through. The goal is to pass through their home as respectfully as possible, not only to help maintain a healthy ..read more

Have you ever been hiking along, enjoying the day, enjoying the views and sounds of nature…. only to suddenly come across what looks like a mini-explosion of wrappers and food scraps in the woods? Or even worse… a minefield of used toilet paper, wet wipes, and human poop?​ I’d like to give these people the benefit ..read more

The west side of Rocky Mountain National Park is much less well-known and less crowded than the east side, but we do have several gems on the west side if you know where to look, like the East Inlet Trail and Adam's Falls! Day hike or backpack this beautiful trail in RMNP this summer ..read more

If you're hoping to plan and go on more outdoor adventures this year, this guide is for you! Leave excuses at the door and start making a reasonable list of nearby destinations you want to hit this season ..read more

Bears are attracted to food, so it's important to take precautions when camping in bear country. One of the most important things you can do is properly store your food away from where you're sleeping. We will show you how to hang a bear bag the right way, either using the PCT style method or using an Ursack to protect your food from bears - and protect bears from being unnecessarily euthanized ..read more

If you're still looking for Mother's Day gift ideas, this guide is for you! Stock up on practical hiking gadgets for mom this year and support her adventures ..read more

There are plenty of gadgets that will make hiking easier and more enjoyable for you and your friends. But which ones should you bring? Here's our list of the best hiking gadgets to help you out ..read more

If you want to make your own healthy, affordable backpacking meals, try out this keto coconut chicken curry backpacking dinner recipe before your next trip ..read more

Ready to take your first steps into the backcountry? This guide will walk you through what gear you need, how to prepare, and some safety tips for your first time backpacking overnight ..read more