Thanks to today’s lightweight equipment, a backpack loaded with all your weekend supplies should weigh less than 35 pounds. Rent a tent. Many outfitters rent shelter, packs and other gear. It cuts ...
Second only to gear, food is the most difficult thing for backpackers to get right. Follow these recommendations on amounts, types, and overnight storage to avoid learning the hard way. My experience ...
Many of the most impactful moments in my life have come when I've chosen to let go and embark on a journey on my own. Pedaling my bike for the first time without my father’s hands on my shoulders.
Midstaters looking to get in touch with their wild side this summer and go backpacking are in luck. The midstate boasts an abundance of trails and parks. We caught up with Environ­mental Education ...
The Santa Barbara-Ventura Sierra Club’s Basic Backpacking Course will begin in March, offering a comprehensive program designed to introduce beginners to the essentials of backpacking and survival ...
Hiking safety basics often come down to preparation, awareness, and simple habits that prevent small mistakes from turning into serious problems. Beginners who plan ahead, understand their limits, and ...