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Backpacking, Hiking, How To
When nature calls in the great outdoors, we've got the best advice for peeing outside to help you get the job done.
Backpacking, Camping, For women, Hiking, How To
Chow down in style and make your taste buds happy with these delicious hiking lunch ideas and tips to create your own meals on the trail.
Backpacking, Hiking, How To, Recipes
It’s getting hot in here! Check out our top picks for hot weather hiking clothing so you can have an easy-breezy adventure without overheating.
Backpacking, Camping, For women, Hiking, Review
Hands swelling when hiking is a super common thing. Here’s what to do next time it happens and how to prevent it.
Backpacking, Hiking
These hut to hut hiking trips are the perfect way to explore the world. Join us in Banff and Slovenia for SHE-nanigans!
Backpacking, Banff, International, Slovenia, South America, Trip Roundups
Want to know what bugs us? Bugs that bite! We compiled a list of the best mosquito repellents that will help you camp bite-free. These products will repel so you can relax!
Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Review
There's nothing like a hiking buddy to suffer alongside you for every sweaty mile. Find your new trail BFF with these tips.
Backpacking, By Activity, Hiking, How To, Inspiration, Meetup, Why Explorer Chick
We've put together a list of training tips and physical training moves to get you ready to take on the Grand Canyon hike of your dreams.
Backpacking, Hiking, How To, National Parks, North America, Training, United States
Don’t interrupt your fresh air and sweet views with painful knees and injuries. There are ways to reduce pain from downhill walking.
Backpacking, By Activity, Hiking, Training
Alaska has trails for every type of hiker in every season whether you want a snowy winter trek or a casual lake-side stroll. These are the best hikes in Alaska.
Alaska, Backpacking, By Activity, Hiking, North America, United States
Those who have hiked Half Dome already know the absolute magic of the entire journey. But training for half dome is essential.
Backpacking, Hiking, Inspiration, National Parks, North America, Training, United States, Yosemite National Park
The MSR Pocket Rocket 2 camping stove is super light and super compact, so you can take it with you wherever you go. Read our Pocket Rocket Review here.
Backpacking, Camping, Gear, Hiking, Review
After a long day of exploring, swimming, and eating delicious camp food, nothing beats campfire games on your camping trip.
Backpacking, Camping, Entertainment, Inspiration
Is that your stomach growling or are you just hungry to hear about how to create the ultimate campfire cooking kit?! We've got all the goods.
Backpacking, By Activity, Camping, How To
We had first-time fire starter Maggie Gigandet try these homemade fire starter ideas on her own and report back. These are the results.
Backpacking, Camping, How To, Survival
We use the Platypus GravityWorks Filtration System on all of our backpacking trips, so we know a thing or two about it. Here's our breakdown of all its features.
In this post, we're dishing out the goods on epic Grand Canyon backpacking routes and tips for what gear you'll need to bring with you.
Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, National Parks, North America, Trip Roundups, United States
The Osprey Ariel Plus 70 is our favorite pack for our backpacking trips. Here's what to know before buying one for yourself.
Backpacking, Gear, Review
These are all the details you need to know about Red River Gorge backpacking, whether you're a first timer or old pro in the backcountry.
Backpacking, How To, North America, Red River Gorge, United States