Backpacking Tips & Tricks

The purpose of this guide is to explain everything you need to know about trekking poles. The first part is focused on the main considerations when choosing trekking sticks such

Every hiker should know how to build a basic backpacking repair kit with certain items and carry it during his or her outdoor trips not because it’s trendy but because

This article is for everyone who considers hiking barefoot but doesn’t have experience doing it or just needs to know more about this outdoor activity. Here’s everything you need to

Hiking in bear country can be a very enjoyable activity, however, you shouldn’t underestimate the risks and dangers associated with it because nothing guarantees total safety. If you are prepared

Hiking in the rain is a bit controversial and as such it has some strong proponents and fierce opponents among the members of the backpacking community. The hard-core advocates of

Many people think that night hiking is dangerous. Probably that’s why we often get questions from folks asking for advice on staying safe while night hike. Sure, it can be

Plenty of avid outdoorsmen think that their days of hiking are on hold once they become parents. However, there’s a much more viable alternative – they can just bring their

“The beginning is always the hardest” – everyone has heard that and although most people agree that it’s true, the majority of us give up before even starting. And why

Wilderness travel in winter conditions requires different knowledge, skills, and abilities than summer hiking so it is safe to assume that what works for the latter often may not work for

In a series of articles, we exposed some of the dangers associated with winter hiking; we also gave you some valuable tips for having more enjoyable winter hiking trips and,