One common problem that hikers have is foot swelling. This is bad enough if you are going on a short hike, but even worse if you are thru-hiking. Many thru-hikers find that their boots stop fitting them because of swelling! There’s no good solution to this once you are halfway through a thru-hike (unless you […]
Why Do Feet Swell When Hiking and How to Stop It Read More »
It took me a while to convert to Merino wool. Now that I have, there’s no going back to synthetics. Not only will a good Merino base layer make you more comfortable through a variety of temperatures, but you won’t stink even after days of hiking in the same top (I think after an hour
Best Merino Wool Base Layers for Women (Including High-Tech and Budget Options) Read More »
It’s an understatement to say that lots of planning goes into backpacking with kids. There’s the basics like where you will go and how far you can realistically hike per day with kids. Then there are the things like what food to pack or how to keep your kids safe while still letting them play
Backpacking with Kids: A Mom’s Guide to Crafting Epic Outdoor Adventures Read More »
Recently, my family and I spent two months exploring Peru. Full disclaimer for anyone looking for information on hiking Machu Picchu: we didn’t go there (and I’m glad we didn’t – read why). Instead, we went on some other great hikes and uncovered areas of Peru that most travelers don’t see.
How to Prepare for Hiking in Peru (Beyond Just Machu Picchu) Read More »
At first, the numbers seem positive. There’s been a 57% jump in the number of Americans going hiking and backpacking over the past 8 years. Plus, national parks are seeing 21% more visitors.
How National Parks Are Being ‘Loved To Death’ [Infographic] Read More »
In 2005, the LifeStraw water filter came out. It was accompanied by cool images of rugged outdoorsy types drinking from puddles. Even a decade later, there is still a lot of hype around the LifeStraw.
Why I Hate the LifeStraw Water Filter for Backpacking Read More »