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AT Hikers: 9 Thru-Hiker Approved Ways To Tackle the White Mountains

AT Hikers: 9 Thru-Hiker Approved Ways To Tackle the White Mountains

The 104 miles of white-blazed trail in the White Mountains National Forest of New Hampshire is hyped for a good reason. This area is managed differently than the rest of...

Mar 8, 2023 : Kate Killion
The Trek & Garage Grown Gear Present the 2023 Thru-Hiking Giveaway

The Trek & Garage Grown Gear Present the 2023 Thru-Hiking Giveaway

What's this? Another massive gear giveaway? Why, yes! We're excited to announce that the 2023 Thru-Hiking Giveaway, brought to you by Garage Grown Gear, The Trek, and dozens of exceptional...

Mar 8, 2023 : Kendra Slagter
PCT Snowpack in the Sierra Outpaces Historic 2017 Season

PCT Snowpack in the Sierra Outpaces Historic 2017 Season

Following a series of winter storms, snow levels along the PCT in the Sierra Nevada mountain range are officially higher than record 2017 snow levels for this date, according to...

Mar 7, 2023 : Rachel Shoemaker
Teenagers Rescued From PCT After Being Stranded in Major CA Snowstorm

Teenagers Rescued From PCT After Being Stranded in Major CA Snowstorm

Two 17-year-olds were rescued from the Pacific Crest Trail last Friday after being stranded in heavy snow for several days. The pair, Riley Ramirez of Cypress, California and Cole White...

Mar 7, 2023 : Rachel Shoemaker
Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Extreme Insulated Air Sleeping Mat Gear Review

Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Extreme Insulated Air Sleeping Mat Gear Review

Winter camping. Who's afraid of it? And for what reason? I've met many folx who adore three-season backpacking and simply cannot wait for temperatures to warm up so that they...

Mar 7, 2023 : Anne K. Baker
REI Member Rewards Are In: Here’s How to Find Yours

REI Member Rewards Are In: Here’s How to Find Yours

It's the most wonderful time of the year. If you're anything like us, and we're guessing you are, you've spent more than a couple of bucks at REI over the...

Mar 6, 2023 : The Editors
Dietary Restrictions? These Are Our Favorite Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Vegan, and Gluten-Free Backpacking Meals

Dietary Restrictions? These Are Our Favorite Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Vegan, and Gluten-Free Backpacking Meals

My ideal day in the backcountry goes something like this: a big-mile day spent climbing mountains without a soul in sight, snacking on Nutella-stuffed tortillas and granola between climbs, and

Mar 6, 2023 : Colleen Goldhorn
Backpacker Radio #191 | Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail 2.0: High Snow Year Considerations, Gear Changes by Section, and More

Backpacker Radio #191 | Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail 2.0: High Snow Year Considerations, Gear Changes by Section, and More

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are chatting all things Pacific Crest Trail, round two. We are joined by our pal and two-time PCT thru-hiker,...

Mar 6, 2023 : Backpacker Radio
Best Deals From the REI End of Season Clearance Sale

Best Deals From the REI End of Season Clearance Sale

This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI. Head over to REI.com to save up to 50 percent on End of Season Clearance. If you're on the east...

Mar 3, 2023 : Sponsored Post
Altra VIA Olympus Review

Altra VIA Olympus Review

When you have plans for a long run through your city or down a winding paved neighborhood rec path, comfort sometimes becomes the difference between being able to go a...

Mar 2, 2023 : Colleen Goldhorn