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[Book Excerpt] Arctic Traverse: A Thousand-Mile Summer of Trekking the Brooks Range by Michael Engelhard

[Book Excerpt] Arctic Traverse: A Thousand-Mile Summer of Trekking the Brooks Range by Michael Engelhard

This is a guest post by Michael Engelhard. Arctic Traverse is out on 1 April 2024. Arctic Traverse, by veteran wilderness guide, outdoor educator, and trained anthropologist Michael

Mar 20, 2024 : Guest Post
Travel Insurance for International Thru-Hikers: 8 Essential Considerations

Travel Insurance for International Thru-Hikers: 8 Essential Considerations

Choosing travel insurance: arguably one of the worst logistical headaches you’ll face when planning an international thru-hike. The process is laden with vague clauses, fine print that matters, and

Mar 19, 2024 : Emily Grundy
Guide, Veteran, Mother, Cancer Survivor: Rebecca Walsh on How To Hike Like a Woman

Guide, Veteran, Mother, Cancer Survivor: Rebecca Walsh on How To Hike Like a Woman

When outdoor guide and army veteran Rebecca Walsh was in treatment for breast cancer two years ago, there was a moment when she was so weak, she couldn’t walk around...

Mar 18, 2024 : Alison Young
Maggie “Honey Badger” Slepian on Suffering, Stubbornness, and Misogyny on Trail (BPR #245)

Maggie “Honey Badger” Slepian on Suffering, Stubbornness, and Misogyny on Trail (BPR #245)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Maggie Slepian aka Honey Badger. Maggie is the former Managing Editor at The Trek and their...

Mar 18, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Best Deals From the REI Member Coupon Moment

Best Deals From the REI Member Coupon Moment

This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI.com. Members of REI Co-op can save 20% on one full-price item and an extra 20% on one outlet item March...

Mar 15, 2024 : Sponsored Post
Cool Job Alert: Get Paid To Hike the PCT in 2025

Cool Job Alert: Get Paid To Hike the PCT in 2025

Hikers normally have to budget carefully to afford a long section or thru-hike — but what if your trek could pay for itself? Carson City, NV tourism board Visit Carson...

Mar 14, 2024 : The Editors
Granite Gear Crown3 60 Review

Granite Gear Crown3 60 Review

Granite Gear's Crown3 60 is the much-anticipated update to the popular Crown2 model released in 2017. The new model retains key features, like good compression straps and deep pockets, while

Mar 13, 2024 : Lisa Slutsken
The Trek & Garage Grown Gear Present the 2024 Thru-Hiking Giveaway

The Trek & Garage Grown Gear Present the 2024 Thru-Hiking Giveaway

We’re excited to announce that the 2024 Thru-Hiking Giveaway, brought to you by Garage Grown Gear, The Trek, and dozens of exceptional outdoor brands, is now live. From camping essentials to

Mar 13, 2024 : Kendra Slagter
Best Microgrid Fleece Jackets for Backpacking

Best Microgrid Fleece Jackets for Backpacking

With the rise in popularity of grid fleeces, thru-hikers now have more options than ever to choose from when hunting for a reliable midlayer that's catered to their needs. The...

Mar 12, 2024 : Ariella Nardizzi
Backpacker Radio LIVE in Denver on April 23rd!

Backpacker Radio LIVE in Denver on April 23rd!

Calling all hiker trash, lovers of poop stories, and cinnamon connection OGs: Backpacker Radio is coming LIVE to Denver! Get ready to deepen those smile lines as  Zach "Badger" Davis...

Mar 11, 2024 : Backpacker Radio