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Light that fire and kick back with a signature camping drink.

Fuel the morning's hike with this superhearty meal.

Two sisters tackle the AT, bootless

BACKPACKER's Jon Dorn visits the CBS Early Show to talk about the best outdoor cities to raise your kid.

Photographic evidence of our intrepid blogger getting out from under his desk to hike, bike, and flyfish in Grand Targhee on the west side of the Tetons.

Could the legendary mountaineers finally get their big screen moment?

Ed Viesturs makes an expedition to the 'Colbert Report,' ice axe and all.

love hiking and camping, but not alone. I'm one of those people who think about running away when I hear one stick break in the woods. Is there any way I could mentally prepare myself for sleeping alone in the wilderness?

I heard somewhere that it isn't necessary to bring water to a boil in order to purify it, as long as you get the temperature up to 140 degrees or more. Is this true?

7-year-old Boulder boy races in mini-triathlons and 157-mile bike tours. What've you done?

A peek behind the curtains at the glamorous life of an outdoor journalist

Forget sprays and candles: Several hand-held devices promise to repel mosquitoes and black flies with the flip of a switch. Plus, two other bug spray alternatives.

Some people (like this blogger) just aren't meant to fish.

Classic firefighting bruin celebrates 65 years of preventing forest fires.

Alternative routes, where to find solitude in the Lower 48, and avoiding the crowds in America's most crowded park

You won't find bottlenecks on these untrammeled peaks.

Find real solitude amid the crowds at these secret stashes.

Lose yourself in a private paradise the crowds have overlooked.

Times columnist Nicholas Kristof urges us to get kids outdoors, and gives BACKPACKER.com a shout-out.

Iranian authorities detain three American hikers for crossing into their borders.

Trek to the trail-free summits of Macomb, Hough, and The Dixes

Climb through bear country to a campsite with views of The Grand.

Stroll through wildflower-filled meadows to a frozen slice of the Cascade Range.

your burger may come with a side of salmonella and flame retardant

Castor oil replaces petroleum in plastics, from ski boots to shades.

Three treks to life-list phenomena

Get national park-caliber scenery without crowds (or entry fees!) in these dead ringers for Great Smoky Mountains, Zion, and Yosemite.

From the best guiding service to ultimate summit routes, Washington's highest peak is still the greatest.

From the top day hike to the key skills you'll need, we'll have you ready for the Rockies in no time.

Follow a long-forgotten loop in Rocky Mountain National Park across the Continental Divide, through moose-infested meados, and up Longs Peak via a rarely climbed route.

Three pack-friendly snacks that soothe tired, overworked muscles.

Fast, hassle-free, ultralight,–we explore five different water treatment scenarios and the right system to use.

P&J is for amateurs. This spiced up sandwich is just what your taste buds need on the trail.

Take your ol' ham and cheese up a notch with this concoction.

1 in 3 adults confess to a midday snooze

Take your tuna to the next level with this gourmet sandwich.

All you need is toilet paper and a little olive oil.

Take that grizzly print hope with you with this fool-proof technique.

Check out Katie Herrel's author page.

Ideal appetizers, perfect wine pairings, desserts, and advanced techniques.

A downhill biking crash can't keep our blogger out of the Jedediah Smith Wilderness

Three do-it-yourself energy bar recipes for discriminating tastes

Our intrepid blogger...leaves his desk!

Who you hike with is just as important as where, says one columnist

Expect torrential rains; wet snow; big temp swings Get synthetic insulation (it's warmer when wet); breathable shells; quick-drying fabrics; waterproof footwear; well- ventilated shelters with big vestibules for gear and cooking

Easy, lightweight recipes. Plus quick ways to stay full and happy without hauling extra weight.

Ultralight defined. Plus, the most popular pieces of gear people either love or hate.

Your pack's excess straps weighing you down? Cut 'em off. Plus how to maximize the gear you do bring.

Leave this gear on the bedroom floor.

Learn what gear to ditch and what to keep so you don't sacrifice comfort. Plus, a little lightweight reading material.

Get started with these three simple tips.

Want to hike farther with less effort this summer? It's easy–just cut your pack weight in half with our foolproof 33-tip plan.

A waterproof firestarter that requires only one hand.

This featherweight pot is great for solo pasta lovers.

The FAA teams with the National Park Service to reduce airborne noise pollution in Grand Canyon NP.

Just another example of why helmets save lives

Gear editor Kristin Hostetter gives us the backstage dirt after appearing on NBC's TODAY Show

Marcus Woolf explores history and wilderness during a six-day trip through the Smokies.

Kristin Bjornsen hikes into the Sierras to meet Gus, a new breed of highly trainedrescue professional that's already patrolling Yosemite for lost and injuredbackpackers.

Interior Secretary Salazar asks for public comment before deciding whether to limit snowmobiles in Yellowstone

One smarter-than-average bear in the Adirondacks figured out how to beat canisters—and she's teaching other bears, too.

A San Diego angler catches a 6-foot juvenile great white on a fly rod

Gear editor Kristin Hostetter takes Meredith Vieira through the latest family camping gadgets.

Smaller, lighter, more powerful, new functions, better attachments