How Much Should a Backpacking Tent Weigh – Choosing the right backpacking tent
My first backpacking tent was a three-person, six-pound beast that quickly turned into just a car camping tent because it was simply too heavy to carry. Now, I have upgraded to a Big Agnes Copper...
The quick answer here is, yes. Although many hikers rely on their smartphones as an emergency device and source of information (more on that later), a GPS is the most reliable way to stay safe, stay...
What to Bring Hiking a 14er – How to be prepared with these essential tips!
A “fourteener” or “14er” is a term to describe a mountain that is over 14,000 feet. While Alaska, California, and Washington have a few 14ers, Colorado boasts 58 ranked peaks over 14,000...
Women’s Solo Hiking Guide – Feel More Confident When Hiking Alone
Hiking alone is a spiritual experience. Not only are you taking in the breathtaking beauty of nature, but you have a chance to spend time with your own thoughts—checking in with yourself so that...
The alarm rings, and you struggle to not punch it as you crawl out of bed before the crack of dawn. You see your hiking gear spread out on the floor and curse at the mountain gods as you realize you...
Look, not everyone loves camping. I wasn’t always an avid camper. Once I had moved on from summer camps, I craved the taste of expensive hotels. Thankfully, I rediscovered camping. Not only is...
