The Trans-Catalina Trail: Adventures With Anjelica Edition

Ever thought about thru-hiking on an island!? Lucky for you, California has its very own lighter on distance but heavy on the ocean views booty booster thru-hike. The traditional route starts in Avalon and finishes up close to 40 miles at Two Harbors. If you’re looking to have a good time on trail, I highly suggest […]
Hiking for Seasonal Depression – The Healing Power of Nature

Sparks spattered the edges of the fire ring as I stoked the fire on a recent family camping trip. The temperature dropped as the sun slid behind tall pines, extending shadows over our site. It was almost bedtime for the kids, which meant I’d have ample time to stare into the flames and get lost […]
Backpacking In the Rain – How to Enjoy Wet Weather on the Trail

Even if your favorite weather is hot and dry, backpacking in the rain can be an absolute joy! The dust has been washed away, leaving the air fresh and the foliage at its greenest. Water droplets smack the canopy overhead in a funky, offbeat pattern. The earth wafts the smell of freshly moistened dirt… my […]
Go Desert Camping in Southern California

Explore desert camping options in 3 southern California parks | Mojave Desert Camping | Joshua Tree Camping | Anza-Borrego Camping
5 Backpacking Trips in the Pacific Northwest

5 Backpacking Trips in the Pacific Northwest | Three Sisters Loop Trail | Olympic Coast Trail | Pacific Northwest Trail | Devil’s Dome Loop | Loowit Trail Loop
Lake Tahoe Basin Food Storage Requirements

Lake Tahoe Basin Updates Food Storage Requirements | Learn new rules and regulations | Bear proof food storage required around Lake Tahoe
Wildfire Safety While Backpacking

Wildfire Facts | Wildfire Safety | What to do in a wildfire | Backcountry Survival Guide | Learn about surviving a wildfire when backpacking
Backpacking Sleeping Bags: What You Need to Know

Gear Guide: Backpacking Sleeping Bags | How-To Choose the Best Sleeping Bag for Hiking | Ratings – Terminology – Material
How to Choose the Right Backpacking Tent

Backpacking Gear Guide | Backpacking Tents | How to choose the right tent that can fit in a backpack | Tent parts & terminology
How to Make Water Safe to Drink

How to make water safe to drink | Backcountry Survival Guide | Backpacking Skills | Finding Water| Boiling Water | Sanitizing Water