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Smokey Mountain Hiking by Joshua "Miracle" Winters

Smokey Mountain Hiking by Joshua "Miracle" Winters

Joshua "Miracle: Winters taking in a view of The Smokies Photo by Joshua "Miracle" Winters “The mountains are calling and I (we) must go.” John Muir.   I live in Middle GA, it’s in the costal plan...

Packrafting: Rivers are Trails Too By Renee “She-ra” Patrick

Packrafting: Rivers are Trails Too By Renee “She-ra” Patrick

I’ve been addicted to hiking long-distance trails since my first thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail back in 2002. Through all the miles (over 11,000!) and blisters (I’ll spare you the details), I’...

From the Desert to the Tall Pines, Arizona has it All by Alexis Loomis

From the Desert to the Tall Pines, Arizona has it All by Alexis Loomis

Here are the Four Peaks, located outside of Phoenix. Yes, that is snow on those peaks! Taken on February 23rd When you think of Arizona you probably picture a barren landscape, with some cacti po...

Finding a Hunting Partner or Mentor by Chris Pryn

Finding a Hunting Partner or Mentor by Chris Pryn

Spending significant amounts of time in the backcountry can be the most amazing time of your life or it could become a nightmare you don’t want to relive. A key factor in the enjoyment of your trip...

Four ways to stay comfy, happy, and healthy on your Grand Canyon rafting trip by Caroline "Karaoke" Hinchliff

Four ways to stay comfy, happy, and healthy on your Grand Canyon rafting trip by Caroline "Karaoke" Hinchliff

  Called the palace of tents, the Lunar Duo is a spacious 2 person tent for all of your backcountry trips. photo by Caroline Hinchliff As an avid backpacker, I was completely awed by my first mult...

How to Find Solitude Along the High Sierra Trail, by Jason Huckeba

How to Find Solitude Along the High Sierra Trail, by Jason Huckeba

The High Sierra Trail is a beautiful trek across the Sierra starting at Crescent Meadow in Sequoia National Park and ending at Whitney Portal on the eastern side of the Sierra.  This trail is a gre...