Backpacking
Articles exploring wilderness backpacking in the great outdoors

Backpacking

Getting into shape for backpacking

Planning a backpacking trip is a great motivator to get out and exercise, but what's a good workout routine for preparing for a backpacking trip? Here's everything you need to know to start building your fitness plan for the next hiking season.

Backpacking

Hygiene on the trail - Tips for staying clean when backpacking

Here's something that you don't read about often: personal hygiene in the backcountry. Trail life can be a shock when you’re accustomed to the comforts of modern hygiene. Backpacking doesn’t mean that you need to skip your daily bath. Learn tips and techniques to stay clean and fresh, and maintain healthy skin when on the trail.

Backpacking

How to ford a river

Most avid hikers have faced needing to ford a river. This article looks at river crossing techniques that can save your life.