Bear Attack Statistics

Here’s what bear attack statistics can teach you about exploring bear country responsibly…
Backpacking in Grizzly Country: How to Do It Safely

How-To Guide for safely backpacking or camping in grizzly country | Backpacking Yellowstone | Camping in the Tetons | Facts about grizzly bears
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
How to Find Food in the Wild

What is Foraging? | How to Forage for Wild Food When Backpacking | Safety Tips for Foraging | How to Find Food in the Wild
BearVault’s Guide to Desert Camping

Try camping in the desert to expand your horizons | What you need to know to stay safe and enjoy your desert camping trip | Guide to Desert 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
Wildfire Safety While Backpacking

Wildfire Facts | Wildfire Safety | What to do in a wildfire | Backcountry Survival Guide | Learn about surviving a wildfire when backpacking
How to Start a Fire

How to start a fire without a lighter or matches | Backcountry Survival Guide | Backpacking Skills | How to start a fire with sticks
5 Mistakes to Avoid While Camping in Black Bear Country

Avoid these 5 mistakes to safely enjoy camping in black bear country | Safety Tips | Proper Food Storage