I’ve been on backpacking trips where unexpected allergic reactions occurred miles away from rescue or transportation. I’ve had a personal near-miss where I lost consciousness and tumbled 25 yards down a hill before coming to rest (luckily safely) on the banks of a rolling river. And that’s why I want to share my thoughts on …
Few brands out there today rival Osprey. Their backpacks are sleek, useful, and comfortable. They have options for nearly every level of adventurer, but if you’re hopping on a plane for your next trip, you’ll need to know how to find the right Osprey travel backpack. Let’s talk about some criteria that will help you …
As you prepare for summer camping trips, a reliable sleeping pad is essential. There’s nothing better than falling asleep comfortably after a long day outdoors, and the best sleeping pads for summer camping will help you do just that. At the same time, there is nothing worse than tossing and turning all night knowing you …
I grew up just north of Lake Tahoe in the town of Truckee. From a young age, I began hiking, backpacking, kayaking, and otherwise exploring all that this area has to offer. Still, I find new gems seemingly every summer. If you’re visiting this spring, summer, or fall, here’s a quick list of some best …
In 1884, a boy named Theodore Solomons wrote in the Sierra Club Bulletin, “The idea of a crest-parallel trail through the High Sierra came to me one day while herding my uncle’s cattle in an immense, unfenced alfalfa field near Fresno.” He might’ve had some great tips for hiking the John Muir Trail! But his idea …
While I still love my HydroFlask, Nalgene, and Tree Tribe water bottles, I recently collaborated with a new company that makes a bottle that cleans itself! In the rest of this article, I’m going to tell you about the Larq self cleaning UV water bottle (which also filters water for drinking!). There’s quite possibly nothing …
Any hiker needs a quality daypack in their arsenal. Even if you’re only going out for a couple of hours, you need something for the essentials. In this Deuter Futura 28 review, I’ll detail an overview of the pack, important features, reviews from other users, and a buyer’s guide to help you decide if this …
This Columbia Convey Daypack review includes pack overview and specifications, features, a guide to sizing and finding the right fit, an overview of what others have said about the pack, and information on Columbia’s return/warranty policy and their Rewards Program! Convey Daypack Overview The Columbia Convey Rolltop 25L Daypack is designed for comfort on even …
There is no satisfaction for the gearheads among us. We’re always looking for that new piece of gear to test out. If you’re anything like me, the best outdoor monthly subscription boxes are a great way to get and sample new gear. If you’re a gear-junkie like me, a subscription box is a great way …
Full time truck camping around the entire US has been a dream of mine since I started freelance writing in grad school back in 2014. During the summer of 2020, my stars finally aligned and it was time to go truck camping as a full-time writer. Preparing for Full Time Truck Camping I’d been on …