Jul 17, 20172 minFlash Flood SafetyNine people were recently killed in a flash flood in central Arizona. The victims were swept away by a sudden wall of water while having fun at a swimming ho...
Oct 5, 20153 minLayering Clothing for Comfort on the TrailPhoto: Mark in his base layer (Under Armor sweat-wicking shirt & rain jacket) at Isle Royale National Park on a cold, rainy day. Layering properly helps you ...
Apr 10, 20156 minPhysical Fitness and Backpacking: The Why, How, and What of Training for Your Next TripIf you’ve read our Learn Page, you know we feel it’s important that backpackers prepare physically for trips. You don’t have to be an Olympic athlete, or eve...
Apr 1, 20153 minRoute PlanningSo, you have your location picked out, you know what time of year you want to go, and you have a general sense of the area you want to backpack. But how do ...
