Advice
What Virginia Blues? 10 Can’t-Miss Appalachian Trail Landmarks in VA
While many AT thru-hikers complain about the Virginia Blues, they aren’t guaranteed. Enjoy the state with these top 10 landmarks.
So You Finished Your Thru-Hike. Now What? 9 Tips For Regaining Your Humanity
So you finished your thru-hike. What do you do now? Here are 9 tips to keep you moving forward when the world feels overwhelming.
How to Choose a Tent for Thru-Hiking
Whether you’re preparing for a one-week or six-month thru-hiking adventure, picking the right tent is a big decision. Not only is this likely to be one of the most expensive...
How to Layer for Cold Weather Hiking and Backpacking
In the desert, I was a sweaty mess during the day and a human ice cube at night. When walking in the mountains, I hiked under clear blue skies, only...
10 Tips I Wish I’d Known Before Hiking the John Muir Trail
The John Muir Trail was a beast. Here are the four things that almost made me quit my thru-hike, and 10 tips that helped me stay on trail.
Don’t Fall For These 7 Backpacking Gear Myths
Backpackers love giving advice, but how can you tell fact from fiction? Here are 7 myths about backpacking gear to watch out for.
Dear Future PCT Hiker…
Dear Future PCT Hiker, So, you’re thinking of embarking on a hike. A 2,650+ mile hike spanning deserts, plains, and high mountain ranges. To attempt this hike you have to...
Strange Food Combinations: Weird Stuff That Thru-Hikers Eat
Typical thru-hike food can be tough on the appetite. Learn more about some weird combinations that hikers crave. Maybe even try them yourself!
Why Die Trying, When You Can Try Dying! A Post About Maine!
Days 155/156/157 So I am not done writing about New Hampshire. I have decided that in my mind, the Wildcat Mountain range up to the Maine border belongs to the...
Pack Shakedown: Top 5 Most Common Items Cut by the Pros
Find out what pieces of gear are most commonly sent home after a pack shakedown at Mountain Crossings on the AT.