<<<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 …
Read More »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 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.
Read More »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.
Read More »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 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.
Read More »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.
Read More »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 conversations without interruption, and the physical challenge of completing a goal, all make hiking our get-away trip of choice.
Read More »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 seek out information about the area in which we will be, prepare the necessary gear, and execute our plans to …
Read More »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, 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 …
Read More »GCI Outdoor Slim-Fold Cook Station Review
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 …
Read More »MSR Tent Stake Hammer Review
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 …
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