The 4 Ways to Feed Yourself on a Thru-Hike: Gas Stations, Mail Drops, Dehydrators, and Dealer’s Choice
Whether you're a Mountain House fanatic or dehydrate your entire menu yourself—here's how to keep your energy levels stable on trail.
Ready to take the leap from car camping and day hikes to overnight backpacking? Feel prepared for your first multi-day backcountry adventure with advice from our trail experts written specifically with the new backpacker in mind. We’ll teach you the beginner skills you need to plan your trip, pack appropriately, navigate the trail, hike with kids, set up your campsite, poop in the woods and more.
Whether you're a Mountain House fanatic or dehydrate your entire menu yourself—here's how to keep your energy levels stable on trail.
We've been warned against hitchhiking our entire lives—but on a long trail, sometimes it's the best option.
We could all tread a little lighter on the trail. Learn what to do—and what not to do—in this round-up of Leave No Trace tips, tricks, and stories.
Most thru-hikers are careful about LNT rules—but a few scofflaws can make us all look bad.
Forgetting to plan ahead, leaving social trails, and 3 more ways errors backpackers make.
We talked to Leave No Trace about the best ways to bushwhack.
Perfect your camping setup with these tips.
Can science—and a fine-tuned gear setup—help you sleep better? Let's give it a try.
Find the perfect spot to pitch your tent with these tips.
Camping with kids can be unpredictable and messy. But, with a lot of love (and sometimes, a little blackmail), it can be a lot more fun.
We dive deep into this backpacking cultural phenomenon.
Keep your feet snug and comfortable with these step-by-step directions for common hiking boot lacing techniques.
Stay fresh, whether you’re out for a few miles or a few thousand.
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime with the most popular columns from thru-hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas.
Harness the power of observation and the fundamentals of meteorology to make short-term forecasts on your next hike.
It sounds ridiculous, but some backpackers swear they sleep warmer when they slide into their sleeping bags in the buff. We get to the naked truth of it.
Master the art of layering to keep comfy all winter.
It’s February, which means you’d better start reserving campsites for August now. We have a few tips for you.
In the backcountry, a rolled ankle can spell trouble. Learn how to tell minor sprains from major injuries and what to do if you’re hurt.