It’s Good to Share – Dudley’s AT Vlog
The VLOG explains what drove an old man from a comfortable retirement to the hard life of an AT Thru-Hiker!
Section A of the Great Divide Trail
Ok Kelly, I’ve figured out all of my permits, I know where I need them, when I need to book and where I need to go, but, what are all...
Five Ways to Make the Most of Your Limited Time Outdoors
A few years ago I was living in Southern California. Winter, even in that mellow climate, had a tendency to keep me inside. The short days, chillier winter temperatures, and...
Don’t Shake Off the Shakedown
If you are like me, scouring all manner of blogs, boards, and groups, the one constant you'll see (besides bear bag vs. bear canister debate!) are suggestions to shake down...
My First Backpacking Trip
My first backpacking trip was a disaster. My husband and I decided to tackle a 48-mile loop hike around the Three Sisters in Oregon, part of which overlaps the PCT....
10 Things I Learned From a Failed Thru-Hike
In May 2019, my coworker and I set out to hike all 271 miles of the Long Trail. It's an oversimplification to call the adventure a failed thru-hike, because it...
Why I Didn’t Quit the Te Araroa
Though I've ranted about the things wrong with the Te Araroa, the trail has some truly amazing assets as well.
Gear Review: Gossamer Gear G4-20 Ultralight 42 Backpack
The Gossamer Gear G4-20 is a new take on one of the classic GG packs with some really cool and unique new features. Most notable are the asymmetrical hip belt...
Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa
The early 1990s have recycled themselves and fanny packs are back, there's no two ways about it. Amusingly, this is apparently the case not only in Hiker Trash Vogue but...
The Best Deals for Backpackers at REI’s January Clearance
This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI. From 1/13 to 1/20, REI is clearing out their shelves and backpackers have the chance to save up to 50%...
