Effie Drew

Writer + social media @ The Trek -- Probably playing outside somewhere. Since 2014, Baby and Luna pup have logged over 8,000 miles on long-distance adventures together, including the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Cohos Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and Northern Forest Canoe Trail.

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Therm-a-Rest Corus 20 Quilt Review

Therm-a-Rest Corus 20 Quilt Review

As the trend toward quilts among backpackers continues, the number of options has grown. Despite not having customization options, the Therm-a-Rest

Aug 17, 2020 : Effie Drew
The Gossamer Gear Crotch Pot: Your First Step to Stoveless Backpacking

The Gossamer Gear Crotch Pot: Your First Step to Stoveless Backpacking

Imagine arriving to camp at the end of the day, and pulling dinner out of your pants. I've never seen a backpacking product like this. While at

Jul 21, 2020 : Effie Drew
How Not to Mistake Lyme for Coronavirus

How Not to Mistake Lyme for Coronavirus

It’s tick season again. Flu-like symptoms, fever, malaise, fatigue. Sounds familiar, right? These are often the base symptoms for Lyme disease, a

Jun 10, 2020 : Effie Drew
FLASH SALE: 25% off Trek Hats, Tees, and More (Very Limited Time)

FLASH SALE: 25% off Trek Hats, Tees, and More (Very Limited Time)

Summer's on.  Upgrade your trail wear with some seriously discounted Trek merch.  This is the biggest discount we've ever run.  Don't sleep on this

May 26, 2020 : Effie Drew
Gear Review: HOKA ONE ONE Speedgoat 4

Gear Review: HOKA ONE ONE Speedgoat 4

They're built for long trail races and technical terrain, but these shoes make an argument for themselves as a fantastic thru-hiking shoe. 

Apr 28, 2020 : Effie Drew
“Through the Great Southwest:” A Documentary about The Arizona Trail

“Through the Great Southwest:” A Documentary about The Arizona Trail

Through the Great Southwest is a newly released documentary film in which Darwin Rakestraw makes his directorial debut, in partnership with the

Apr 6, 2020 : Effie Drew
Stay Inspired During Quarantine with Jennifer Pharr Davis’s Armchair Adventure Book Club

Stay Inspired During Quarantine with Jennifer Pharr Davis’s Armchair Adventure Book Club

This is not what we pictured the hiking season of 2020 to look like. Just when we think that it'll be an injury, illness, family emergency, or

Apr 5, 2020 : Effie Drew
This Week’s Best REI Outlet Deals for Backpackers

This Week’s Best REI Outlet Deals for Backpackers

This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI. Spring is around the corner and that means thru-hikers are hitting the trail in full force.

Mar 13, 2020 : Effie Drew
How to Pack a Backpack for Thru-Hiking

How to Pack a Backpack for Thru-Hiking

So you’ve got all this gear ready to go… but now what? While out backpacking, everything that you need is carried on your back, in this pack. You’ll

Feb 18, 2020 : Effie Drew
REI Outlet Roundup: Best Deals for Backpackers

REI Outlet Roundup: Best Deals for Backpackers

Stretch your money a little further this backpacking season by taking advantage of REI's Outlet sales in the off-season. Here's a roundup of our favorite deals this week.

Jan 26, 2020 : Effie Drew