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Backpacking on a Budget: Top Tips and Debunked Myths
Is backpacking a hobby only for the wealthy? Let's break down some misconceptions and give some advice for how to backpack on a budget.
Fenix HM65R-DT Headlamp Review
If you value brightness and rugged design, the Fenix HM65R-DT is for you. This lightweight headlamp is nuclear.
Backpacker Radio #219 | Jonathon Stalls on his 242-Day Walk Across the United States, Pedestrian Dignity, and Healing in Nature
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Jonathon Stalls. Jonathon is a wildly interesting character who, in 2010, in search of meaning and...
A Camera as Company: Thru-Hiking in Scotland with a Panoramic Camera
Scotland's West Highland Way is a stunning thru-hike no matter how you see it. But wait until you see these panoramas shot on film.
Excerpt from “Almost Somewhere: Twenty-Eight Days on the John Muir Trail”
It was 1993, Suzanne Roberts had just finished college, and when her friend suggested they hike California’s John Muir Trail, the adventure sounded like the perfect distraction from a difficult...
Congratulations to these 2023 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 1
2650 miles, 3 states, 26 national forests, 7 national parks, and countless ramen bombs later, these Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikers have successfully trekked from Mexico to Canada. Making it to...
Senchi Merlin Hoodie Ultralight Fleece Review
Extremely lightweight and super breathable, the Senchi Merlin is just about as versatile as fleeces get. Alpha Direct fabric is the secret.
Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Launches Outdoors For Everyone Campaign to Increase Trail Accessibility
The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation aims to increase accessibility in nature. Learn more about their Outdoors For Everyone Initiative.
Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 5
Another week, another stellar lineup of Appalachian Trail thru-hike finishers! This week, we have a huge group of thru-hikers that recently finished their journey along the AT. Every day, these
Trail Correspondents: S4 Episode #12 | Lessons Learned
Welcome back to Trail Correspondents! You’ll certainly find a noticeable theme throughout these clips - especially with those who are completing their first long trail, that it’s difficult to sum