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The Best Women’s Hiking Apparel
The following is a Sponsored Post brought to you by REI. You can find their array of quality women's clothing here. Women-specific
Best Gear from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018
Each year (sometimes twice a year if we're feeling froggy) The Trek hits up Outdoor Retailer, the industry's largest trade show. This semiannual
PCT Trail Closure Reduced near Northern Terminus
The Pacific Crest Trail fire closure near the Northern Terminus has been reduced to 17.5 miles, from near the Slate Peak Lookout (mile 2,623.6) to
[UPDATED] Man’s Death on AT In Maryland Ruled an Accident
The death of a man whose body was was found July 9 below Black Rock overlook on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland has been ruled an
Best Backpacking Packs of 2018
The pack you choose says a lot about your hiking style. Are you an ultralight fastpacker? Do you carry everything but the kitchen sink? Most likely
AT Hiker Drowns Attempting to Cross Kennebec River
The body of 39-year-old Michael Camiso was found Tuesday in Caratunk, Maine. Camiso went missing earlier in May, and it has been surmised that he
The Best Deals for Backpackers at REI’s Anniversary Sale
The following is a Sponsored Post brought to you by REI. REI's annual anniversary sale starts today, and backpackers can save mucho dollars. Plus,
Appalachian Trail State Profile: Virginia
At over 550 trail miles, Virginia is the longest state on the Appalachian Trail. Hikers reach the state line at mile 466, three miles
20 of the Best Podcasts for Thru-Hikers
Since podcasts first appeared on the smartphone scene in 2004, theyve filled a niche for listeners who want to laugh, be inspired, be educated, or
[Update: Nope is Alive!] Missing CDT Hiker: Matt Ryen aka “Nope”
Update 4/26/18, 4:17pm MST: Nope is alive! He posted to his Instagram account a short time ago. UPDATE: @trailname_nope is alive and