If you’ve ever tried to reserve a campsite online, you know how tricky it can be to figure out precisely what kind of site you’re booking. From basic to premium to group, and even equestrian sites, all the jargon involved in going camping is enough to make anyone’s head spin. We know how challenging it …
The tallest peaks on Earth have long captured the imagination of the world’s most elite climbers. While there are lofty peaks scattered across the globe, the 20 tallest mountains on Earth are all located within the Himalaya and Karakoram ranges of South Central Asia. These peaks have long and storied histories, both in terms of …
The running community loves some good jargon, but it you’re new to the sport, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all of the fancy terms that your running friends are using. Thankfully, we’re here to help. We scoured our brains and the internet to find pretty much every single running phrase and acronym in the …
We’ve all been there. You buy your first backpack and all of the gear you can think of, load it up and head out onto the trail. About ten minutes in you sit down for a break, wondering how on earth people do this on a regular basis. The problem? You’ve packed your backpack all …
Choosing the right type of clothing is vital when preparing for any time in the great outdoors, particularly when it involves activities like hiking and backpacking. Having the wrong gear can make or break your experience – being cold or wet in the outdoors is far from enjoyable. Your base layer is one of the …
These days, there are so many different kinds of trail running shoes out there that it can be difficult to figure out which one is right for you. Add in all of the new technology that’s on the market today and the search for a new pair of kicks can seem impossible before you even …
How many different types of hiking are there? The answer is three, and each comes with specific challenges and has different requirements. However, if done properly, this pastime can be quite fulfilling and invigorating. Whether you prefer a simple walk in the woods or a grueling trek across a mountainous trail, you will be a …
Avid hikers, campers, cyclists and rock climbers all rely on trails and paths to keep them heading in the right direction. Those who are tech-savvy use GPS gadgets or their phone’s GPS to help them track their whereabouts. Having mentioned this, have you ever wonder how our ancestors managed not to get lost in the …