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Best Day, Weekend, and Long-Distance Hikes of the Southeast
When many people think of mountains, it's easy for the mind to immediately turn to the splendor of the Rockies, the majesty of the High Sierra, or
Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy Sleeping Bag 45-Degree
Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy 45-Degree Sleeping Bag Basic specs Brand: Therm-a-Rest Product Name: Space Cowboy 45-degree Sleeping Bag
Everything You Need to Know About Waterproof Fabrics
Waterproof fabric technology has come a long way since its humble complicated chemical beginnings in Bob Gore's laboratory. I'll spare you the
ATC Thru-Hiker Class: What to Expect, and the Questions 2018’ers are Asking
As of March 7th, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy has 2,090 northbound thru-hikers registered through their voluntary registration system. As the
What You Need to Know About the 2018 Appalachian Trail Kickoff
The Appalachian Trail Kickoff, or ATKO, is an annual event held in early March. This event has been going on for 17 years, and continues to get
“What’s the Weather Like in Georgia?”… Surviving the First 75 Miles of the AT
"What's the weather like in Georgia in the spring?" is one of what seems like millions of questions that thru-hiker hopefuls ask each year, over and
Gear Review: Warbonnet Blackbird Hammock
Basic Specs: Model: Blackbird Lightweight Double Layer Hammock Brand: Warbonnet Outdoors Weight: 1lb 6oz (hammock only) or 1lb 120z (as
Backpacking With Dogs: Little Things That Make A Big Difference
There are lots of obvious things you need when backpacking with dogs. Maybe a dog backpack (I highly recommend THESE by Groundbird Gear), a leash
Gear Essentials for Women: The Pee Rag
Ok, I know what you are wondering. What the heck is a pee rag?? Actually, if you've spent any time at all on a long trail you've probably heard of
Dogs and The Smokies: What You Need to Know
There's nothing quite like heading into the great outdoors with my best friends. Those best friends happen to have four legs and waggy tails, and