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Hiking and camping with the best backpacking gear is one of the most awe-inspiring ways to adventure in the great outdoors. You can walk deep into the woods, mountains or desert with everything you ...

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The Western North Carolina woods can be a beautiful place for a hike or a walk with the dog. But, for many, the thought of intentionally sleeping in the forest overnight, when you have a perfectly ...

There’s nothing quite like pitching a tent at a secluded alpine lake with the wind in your hair, the scent of pine in your nostrils, and a view of the Milky Way twinkling into view. Something about ...

I get a lot of questions about what kind of gear I use when I’m backpacking, and what I’d recommend to other people. Below is a look inside my backpack. I'll talk more about this gear and tips for ...

Making your own backpacking equipment is fun. It’s also the one sure way to acquire gear that fits your body and its needs. Everybody, with or without previous sewing experience, can make stuffsacks, ...