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5 Giving Tuesday Deals for Trail Lovers
Social media is a great tool for sharing stories and spreading awareness of important causes. But let’s face it: one of the best ways to support
Trail Profile: The Appalachian High Route
The Appalachian High Route circles the East's highest summits on a 330-mile loop through the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee.
10 Incredible Thru-Hiking Artists Inspired by Long Trails
Have you hit the trail to find inspiration? You're not alone. These fantastic folks are hitting the trail with art supplies in tow and have stunning
10 Trek Bloggers You Should Be Following This Winter
It may not be the ideal season to tackle a thru-hike in your neck of the woods, but these intrepid adventurers have chosen their trails wisely. From
Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layers Review
Whether you’re new to merino wool or you’re a devoted gear-head with a dialed-in pack, I’m revisiting a staple of Smartwool’s repertoire: the
Oats on the Appalachian High Route: Day 22
Before the first light of the sun had a chance to illuminate the dark sky, I was stirring in my sleeping bag. Sit up, put up hair, careful not to
Oats on the Appalachian High Route: Day 21
I woke up slowly to the sound of rain on the shelter roof. With cell service, I was able to see the storm would pass around 8 am and snuggled back
Oats on the Appalachian High Route: Day 20
I woke up early, and knowing the day had 23 miles on the schedule I was ready to get a move on. From the sound of the raindrops on the shelter roof
Oats on the Appalachian High Route: Day 19
I shot up at 5 am to the sounds of loud clatter and general debauchery coming from the kitchen. I soon heard meowing from my Dad's bedroom which I
Oats on the Appalachian High Route: Day 18
I woke up 3 minutes before my phone would've begun vibrating the shelter floor. Even with the added chore of packing my mostly-dry tent into its