7 Tips to Escape National Park Hiking Crowds
Washington hikers and backpackers are a unique crowd. We have high expectations when it comes to views, trail etiquette, and solitude. We know the good[Read More…]
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Running: Ideal Active Meditation
Have you ever experienced running along a trail, connecting with nature, feeling alive and then having a “break through” moment where your mind clears and[Read More…]
National Park Centennial – Post Your Best Park Pics
You may or may not have heard, but 2016 is a special year – the US National Park Service is celebrating its centennial this[Read More…]
Renowned Guide Book Writer Tami Asars – The PCT Experience in Her Own Words
This fall, photographer, former REI guide, and guide book writer Tami Asars will release her third backpacking guide book. Tami’s critically acclaimed books are known[Read More…]
Healthy Outdoor Food – 2nd Annual Vegan Food Crawl
It’s time to get stoked! Are you a long-time vegan, a new vegan or just starting to explore how to reduce the amount[Read More…]
Summer Book Review – Amazing Trail Recipe Book
GOOD FOOD For outdoor adventures By Tanya Krezevka 230 pp. Available through Amazon or directly from Trail Recipes for $19.00 Food is important, especially[Read More…]
Outdoor Photography – How to Capture the Milky Way
My favorite months to capture outdoor photography images of the Milky Way are August and September. The core of our galaxy is visible before the[Read More…]
Outdoor Exploration and Wanderlust – Chasing the Truth of the Travel Gene
For thousands of years, the propensity that people have to tour a foreign country for the sake of exploring has been well-documented. The phenomenon of[Read More…]
Women’s Mobile Mummy 800 3-Season Sleeping Bag
Backpacking is all about versatility. If one piece of gear can serve as two, you’re saving weight and keeping your gear consolidated. Sierra Designs tackles[Read More…]
The Sawatch 15 Sleeping Bag – A New Way to Look at an Old Design
Katabatic Gear takes a new look at the traditional sleeping bag with the Sawatch 15. The Sawatch 15 sleeping bag features a unique quilt style[Read More…]
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