Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A backpacking trip can be the experience of a lifetime--as long as you're properly equipped. Using a backpacking checklist is the ...

No matter the destination, backpacking can be such an incredible way to travel. Think about it — you don't have the heavy load of a rolling suitcase to drag behind you. And we all know dragging ...

Lace up your hiking boots and trod into places inaccessible via horse, quad or car. Backpacking allows you to explore the outdoors while enjoying a little distance from the crowds squished together at ...

If you have plans to sleep under the stars this spring and summer, you must prepare accordingly. It helps to have a comprehensive checklist of all the items you need. Fortunately, REI compiled one for ...

I get a lot of questions about what kind of gear I use when I’m backpacking, and what I’d recommend to other people. Below is a look inside my backpack. I'll talk more about this gear and tips for ...

Five essential backpacking items you need for safety and comfort on the trail, from rain jackets to sit pads that prevent ...

April 21, 2016 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Spring is in full swing, which means that camping trip you’ve been itching to take is just around the corner. Of ...

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