dehydration

Dehydrating 102: Getting Started

Dehydrating 102: Getting Started

So, you're ready to prepare your own meals for the length of your thru-hike. You're probably looking at your bank account and thinking "wow, vacuum seal bags are expensive," or you're...

Apr 17, 2016 : Connor Adams
Electrolytes for Backpacking: What You Need to Know

Electrolytes for Backpacking: What You Need to Know

Dehydration is a total buzz kill and can often take people off the trail for a few days. The answer? Electrolytes. After strenuous activity, most people reach for their Gatorade...

Jan 27, 2015 : Julieann Hartley
Anatomy of an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker’s First Aid Kit

Anatomy of an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker’s First Aid Kit

In addition to being the mom of a 2014 thru-hiker, I’m a registered nurse and EMT.  So I have given Sarah’s first aid kit a lot of thought. The everyday...

Feb 27, 2014 : HikerMom