19 Results for "vermont"

Glacier National Park: To the Canadian Border

Glacier National Park: To the Canadian Border

Leaving East Glacier was difficult for two reasons: I was comfortable. I was having difficulty with my Garmin, and it took me over an hour to get the tracking to...

Sep 3, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
Mary “Badass” Anderson an AT Winter SOBO in the 80s and Hiking the National Scenic Trails as an Older Solo Female (BPR #262)

Mary “Badass” Anderson an AT Winter SOBO in the 80s and Hiking the National Scenic Trails as an Older Solo Female (BPR #262)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Helinox, we are joined by Mary "Badass" Anderson. Never has a trail name been more fitting,...

Jul 15, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
The Backpacker’s Guide to Bear Bagging

The Backpacker’s Guide to Bear Bagging

What is the deal with bear bags? Which type should I use, or should I use a canister? Once I have one, what do I do with it?

Apr 16, 2024 : James Cape
Flipping the Table, Hiking the Divide

Flipping the Table, Hiking the Divide

It’s the last day of March, and our Ann Arbor house is cluttered with hiking gear and resupply boxes in progress. My husband Todd and I have given notice at...

Mar 31, 2024 : Liz Seger
The 15 Best Long-Distance Trails in the US

The 15 Best Long-Distance Trails in the US

When it comes to hiking long distances, there are countless trails to choose from. The US alone offers hundreds of unique hiking experiences with every kind of natural setting you...

Aug 30, 2023 : Diane Duffard
Backpacker Radio #195 | Jack “Quadzilla” Jones 2.0: the Calendar Year Triple Crown and Handling Isolationism

Backpacker Radio #195 | Jack “Quadzilla” Jones 2.0: the Calendar Year Triple Crown and Handling Isolationism

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined once again by Quadzilla.  We of course go deep on his calendar year triple crown from last...

Apr 3, 2023 : Backpacker Radio
Meet the Trail Correspondents: Season 3

Meet the Trail Correspondents: Season 3

Thru-hiking season is officially upon us. And for listeners of The Trek's podcasts, you know what that means. We're continuing onto season 3 of Trail Correspondents with an all-star team...

May 27, 2021 : Jacob Deutsch
The Best Time of Year to Hike These 23 Popular Long Trails

The Best Time of Year to Hike These 23 Popular Long Trails

Choosing when to start a trail can make or break your thru-hike. Luckily, we’ve done the research for you on the best time to start your hike.

May 19, 2021 : Eloise Robbins
Uncertainty and Strife: Thru-Hiking Permits in the Time of COVID-19

Uncertainty and Strife: Thru-Hiking Permits in the Time of COVID-19

As 2020 winds down, a third wave of COVID-19 infections is engulfing the United States, with the number of daily cases more than tripling over the previous August high and...

Dec 17, 2020 : Clay Bonnyman Evans
Trail-Related Closures, Reopenings Due to COVID-19

Trail-Related Closures, Reopenings Due to COVID-19

(Updated 7 a.m.. MT, May 28) The Trek is committed to providing the latest news on trail-related closures, postponements, and cancellations due to the COVID-19 outbreak. If you know of...

Mar 18, 2020 : Clay Bonnyman Evans