Outdoor Blaze Backpacking and Camping for All Ages
<<<See Part 1 of this Section Hike In the morning, Denita and I were a bit sore. The temperature had dropped during the night, and the sky was overcast. We …
Read More »Appalachian Trail Section Hike: North Carolina – Rock Gap to the Nantahala Outdoor Center Part 2
<<<See Part 1 of this Section Hike In the morning, Denita and I were a bit sore. The tempe…
Appalachian Trail Section Hike: North Carolina – Rock Gap to the Nantahala Outdoor Center Part 1
On the trail, my wife and I work as a team. We know many others are mindful of us, too. In return …
Outdoor Safety for Families: How to Stay Safe this Hiking Season
With the end of winter and the start of spring comes warmer weather, blooming flowers, and peak hiki…
Parking and Finding a Shuttle Service on the Appalachian Trail
Some of the most frequent questions we have been asked about our Appalachian Trail section hikes are…
Osprey Ultralight Zip Organizer Review
Backpacking and camping is always easier when you know where your stuff is located. The Osprey Ultr…
Appalachian Trail Section Hike: Northern GA to NC Part 2
Nature therapy -- that is what backpacking is for me and my wife. The quiet time in nature, the con…
What to do if You Get Lost in the Wilderness
What to do if You Get Lost in the Wilderness Before going backpacking, camping, kayaking, or …
Appalachian Trail Section Hike: Northern GA to NC Part 1
Nature therapy — that is what backpacking is for me and my wife. The quiet time in nature, th…
GCI Outdoor Slim-Fold Cook Station Review
Great for car camping or tailgating, the GCI Outdoor Slim-Fold Cook Station is the camping ta…
MSR Tent Stake Hammer Review
Far better than pounding tent stakes down into hard ground with a rock, the MSR Tent Stake Ha…
Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers’ Companion Review
If you are planning a hike on the Appalachian Trail, the Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers’ Companion is…
Splash and Crash
On our family trips to the NC mountains, we always enjoy hiking along a creek or river. A few years…
Using Ground-to-Air Distress Signals
Let’s pretend that you are lost in the wilderness. You don’t have a map or compass, and your cellph…
MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Stove Review
The next-generation MSR Pocket Rocket 2 stove has improved on several features of the origina…
Marmot Limelight 3P Tent Review
The Marmot Limelight 3P tent is a freestanding backpacking tent designed for a family or group of 2-…
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Appalachian Trail Section Hike: North Carolina – Rock Gap to the Nantahala Outdoor Center Part 2
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Appalachian Trail Section Hike: North Carolina – Rock Gap to the Nantahala Outdoor Center Part 1
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Appalachian Trail Section Hike: Northern GA to NC Part 2
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Appalachian Trail Section Hike: Northern GA to NC Part 1
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Our Appalachian Trail Section Hikes: Georgia – Neel’s Gap to Unicoi Gap with the Kids
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Osprey Ultralight Zip Organizer Review
Backpacking and camping is always easier when you know where your stuff is located. The Osprey Ultralight Zip Organizer is one way to keep all your cosmetics, first aid, or other accessories in the same place for fast and easy access.
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GCI Outdoor Slim-Fold Cook Station Review
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MSR Tent Stake Hammer Review
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Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers’ Companion Review
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MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Stove Review
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Marmot Limelight 3P Tent Review
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“The A.T. Guide” Review
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Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Pillow Review
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Klymit Static V Luxe Sleeping Pad Review
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Big Agnes Insulated Double Z Sleeping Pad Review
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Outdoor Safety for Families: How to Stay Safe this Hiking Season
With the end of winter and the start of spring comes warmer weather, blooming flowers, and peak hiking season. While you should absolutely enjoy the trails, be sure to keep an eye out for some dangers the warmer weather brings: poisonous plants, fungi, insects, and arachnids all pose some significant dangers to hikers. The best thing that you can do to stay safe is to keep an eye out for these dangers and prevent poisoning in the first place.
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Parking and Finding a Shuttle Service on the Appalachian Trail
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Bear Safety while Backpacking and Camping
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Leave No Trace Backpacking and Camping
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Splash and Crash
On our family trips to the NC mountains, we always enjoy hiking along a creek or river. A few years ago, we were staying at a campsite near Bat Cave, …
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Emeralds and Rubies, Muck and Luck
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He Stole Our Chocolate Cake!
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Exploring Waterfalls of Northern Georgia
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Camping at Vogel State Park, Georgia
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What to do if You Get Lost in the Wilderness
What to do if You Get Lost in the Wilderness Before going backpacking, camping, kayaking, or performing other outdoor activities, most of us plan ahead to minimize risks. We …
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Using Ground-to-Air Distress Signals
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Signaling for Help Using Fire and Smoke
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Using a Mirror to Signal for Help
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Choosing a Campsite
What kind of Campsite experience do you want? Will it be in the backcountry or a public campground? Also, how rustic do you want your experience to be? Campgrounds …
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Dutch Oven Cooking
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How to Prepare for a Family Campout