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How to Dig an LNT-Compliant Cathole
Here at The Trek, we strive to maintain an air of gravitas, which is why we always stick to the heavy-hitting subjects in the backpacking world. But
Ibex Indie Merino Wool Sun Hoodie Review
When I heard about the 100% merino wool Ibex Indie sun hoodie, I was intrigued. We all know that merino is king when it comes to staying warm on the
6 Useful Items You Can Almost Always Find in an AT Hiker Box
What's the first thing you should do when you get to town? Shower, laundry, see how many slices of pizza you can fit in your mouth at once? All great
19 Helpful Packing Tips for Beginner Backpackers
Packing for a backpacking trip is an art form. The goal is to pack in such a way that the weight is effectively and comfortably distributed and that
Josh Perry Sets New PCT FKT, Beating Heather Anderson’s Longstanding Record
Josh Perry, a 27-year-old British endurance hiker, completed the Pacific Crest Trail on August 7th in just 55 days, 16 hours, and 54 minutes,
60 PCT Hikers Evacuated from Trail As McKinney Fire Burns Near CA-OR Border
According to Jackson County, Oregon's Sheriff's Office (JCSO), some 60 hikers were evacuated from the Pacific Crest Trail yesterday as the
AT Hiker Found Dead in Tent Near Damascus, VA
Authorities confirmed that the body of an Appalachian Trail hiker was found on the AT in Washington County, Virginia, early Sunday morning. WCSO said
Desolation Wilderness Now Requires Bear-Resistant Food Storage
The US Forest Service has announced that all overnight visitors to California's Desolation Wilderness, which is in Eldorado National Forest and the
44 Ultralight Backpacking Tips That Actually Make Sense for Thru-Hikers
Going ultralight is the holy grail of modern backpacking. Yet so many ultralight backpacking tips I read on the internet are downright silly, or at
Tell Us Your Story: How Did You Get Your Trail Name?
How did you get your trail name? The Trek wants to know. This summer, we'll feature the often weird, always wonderful stories behind hikers' trail