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 cleared up camp, ate a light breakfast, and went to refill our packs.  We still made it out of camp …

On the trail, my wife and I work as a team.  We know many others are mindful of us, too.  In return we look for small ways to help the hikers we meet.  It’s a way to reconnect with nature and humanity at the basic level. Read about our Appalachian Trail sectionhike from Rock Gap to the Nantahala Outdoor Center, NC.

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.

Some of the most frequent questions we have been asked about our Appalachian Trail section hikes are what we do with our vehicle during our hikes and where we park. In this post, we discuss the best ways to keep your vehicle safe and get from one trailhead to the other.

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.

Nature therapy -- that is what backpacking is for me and my wife.  The quiet time in nature, the conversations without interruption, and the physical challenge of completing a goal, all make hiking our get-away trip of choice. 

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 seek out information about the area in which we will be, prepare the necessary gear, and execute our plans to …

Nature therapy — that is what backpacking is for me and my wife.  The quiet time in nature, the conversations without interruption, and the physical challenge of completing a goal, all make hiking our get-away trip of choice.  After Thanksgiving’s family crowd and stuffing our faces, we were ready to …

  Great for car camping or tailgating, the GCI Outdoor Slim-Fold Cook Station is the camping table that will fit all your outdoor cooking needs.  This cook station sets up and breaks down quick and easy with a hassle-free one-piece design.  It has a heat-resistant aluminum counter top, a lower …

  Far better than pounding tent stakes down into hard ground with a rock, the MSR Tent Stake Hammer is made with a hardened stainless-steel head and aluminum handle, and is balanced to provide an easy but powerful swing.  At only 11 ounces (312 g), this tool is a great …