Advice
Backpacking Safety for Solo Women: Understanding and Managing Risk in the Backcountry
When sharing news of an upcoming thru-hike, one of the most common questions I get — right up there with “Where do you poop?” and “Where do you shower?” —...
Good Move? 4 Ways Thru-Hiking Can Build Your Career
I value my career. A lot. Over the past five years, I’ve dedicated countless hours to career planning. How can I have an impactful career? What work is a good...
The Best Thru-Hiking Tents of 2024
Choosing a tent for your thru-hike is a big deal, but it's also probably the least stressful house shopping experience you'll have in your lifetime. Enjoy it. The best tents...
The Worst Conditions on the Appalachian Trail and How to Survive Them
There were several times throughout my Appalachian Trail thru-hike where I thought, Why am I doing this? I don’t have to put myself through this. I can just quit. But...
11 Tips I Wish I’d Known Before Hiking the Colorado Trail
The Colorado Trail was my first ever thru-hike. As a deeply anxious individual, I spent the months leading up to my start date frantically scouring the Internet for "The Tips"...
The Ultimate Guide to Lightning Safety for Thru-Hiking: Tips & Resources
Lightning is a common occurrence in the backcountry and it's important to be prepared. Here's our guide to lightning safety for thru-hiking.
7 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers Share Their Top Advice
As the 2023 thru-hiking season draws to a close, we’ve asked our Pacific Crest Trail finishers to share what they’ve learned throughout their journeys. From preparing for the adventure to...
Top 5 Reasons I’m Glad I Hiked the AT Before Hiking the PCT
Which long trail should you hike first? Here are the top reasons why I'm glad I hiked the AT before the PCT.
How to Tell Your Loved Ones You’re Planning to Thru-Hike
So, you're planning to thru-hike a long trail. You've done some research, started laying plans, and maybe even have a tentative start date in mind. But you haven't told your...
8 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers Share Their Top Advice
As the 2023 thru-hiking season draws to a close, we’ve asked our Appalachian Trail finishers to share what they’ve learned throughout their journeys. From preparing for the adventure to dealing...