Figuring out which water filter or purifier to take backpacking is a confusing task.  On one hand, you’ve got people who say they drink directly from mountain streams and are

The best way to learn is from your mistakes – and I’ve made many mistakes when camping and backpacking in the wilderness. Of course, there are some mistakes which should

If you’re new to camping, you might feel a little daunted about the idea of planning a wild camping trip, but you can’t let that stop you. The rewards of

If you are going to be camping in bear country, then you absolutely must know how to keep your food safe from bears. There are two options. One is to

Normally, if you want to cook over a campfire, you need a metal grill rack. The grill rack is propped over the fire above the flames and provides a base

Figuring out what to eat while backpacking can be incredibly tricky. In my case, I also have to deal with the fact that my kid is a picky eater and

The most important thing to bring with you hiking (aside from your wits) is water.  But how much water should you bring hiking?  On one hand, you want to make