Beyond the AT
Everything Wonderland
I dusted off the old gear. My Salomons and trekking poles were caked with mud from taking them up Mount Leconte. My Sawyer Mini was in desperate need of backflushing....
Disrupting Aging on the Pacific Northwest Trail
They dont let on, but I assume they think we are crazy. This is what James Clare tells me when I ask how his friends and family are taking the...
Cathedral Cove: Must-do Beach Walk in New Zealand
Cathedral Cove is a beach hike that was recommended to us by a fellow 2016 AT thru-hiker, Pocahontas! We trusted her judgement and made arrangements to WWOOF in the Coromandel...
Book Review: Thru and Back Again
4,600 Miles The longest of America's National Scenic Trails runs 4,600 miles through the North Woods of North Dakota to the High Peaks of New York. Although the North Country...
The Triple Crown of Backpacking: A “Mini” Version
No 2,000 mile hike in your foreseeable future? Don't give up on the dream. There are shorter options that are still epic and can be life changing.
This Week’s Top Instagram Posts from the #PacificCrestTrail
Thru-hiking season is in full throttle on the #PCT! And there are some great photos floating around thanks to all the hikers out there! Unfortunately, if you are reading this...
Thanks, Trail Days
Greetings, internet world. This past weekend a festival was held in Damascus, VA, to celebrate the Appalachian Trail. Past hikers, current thru hikers, and many outdoor brands were gathered for...
Trail Profile: Kepler Track, New Zealand
Located in the heart of Fiordland National Park of New Zealand, the Kepler Track offers panoramic views of mountains, lakes, and fiords. Fiordland is also home to Milford Sound, Milford Track,...
Wondering about Wonderland
Greetings! It's been a while.... a long while. Maybe it's because I got rejected for a John Muir Trail permit everyday for 6 weeks straight last year. Maybe it's because...
Pennsylvania’s Loyalsock Trail: a Thru-Hiking Guide
A short long trail in the Pennsylvania wilderness.