11 Hiking Mistakes You Might Want to Avoid
11 Hiking Mistakes You Might Want to Avoid By Jennifer Shultz Whether you’re starting with short hikes or have the skills and dedication to thru-hike, carrying the right gear and monitoring the conditions effectively are critical to enjoying a safe,...
The Importance of Vapor Barrier Liners
Vapor Barrier Liners: Theory & Application By Andrew Skurka Occasionally during the FAQ portion of my slideshows, and frequently at the start of every winter, I receive questions about vapor barrier liners (VBL’s). The content and tone of these questions suggest...
Lightweight Entertainment for Outdoors
Lightweight Entertainment By Jessica Marie When we venture into the great outdoors we like to think that will be enough to keep us entertained. However, this isn’t always the case. Times when a campfire isn’t allowed, can’t be had (due to heavy rain, snow, or...
Flash Flood Safety for Hikers & Backpackers
Flash Flood Safety for Hikers and Backpackers By Jessica Marie In last weeks’ blog post we covered lightning and thunderstorm safety for outdoor activities. Another important element of outdoor safety that comes from rain and thunderstorms is flooding. Flash...
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