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What is a Hiker Box?
A hiker box is a box or area where hikers, trail angels, or others leave items for other hikers. They can be filled with all types of things.
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How To Do Your Laundry While Thru-Hiking
It’s important to know how to safely do laundry in the outdoors. If you’re a thru-hiker keeping your socks clean should be a top priority.
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How to Patch a Hole on Your Jacket or Tent
In a pinch, you can use duct tape to repair a tear, but for a more permanent repair I recommend using repair tape.
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How to Sanitize Water Bottles with Bleach
It’s super important to keep your water bottles clean on your thru-hike. Using bleach crystals is an easy, lightweight solution.
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How to Remove Calcium Buildup in your Sawyer Filter
If backwashing your Sawyer water filter doesn’t help clear it, you might have calcium deposits. Try this easy trick to fix it.
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8 Things You Should Do to Prepare for a Thru-hike
Preparing for a thru-hike can be overwhelming if you don’t have a plan. Here are 8 steps to get you started on your incredible journey.
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Should I disconnect my stove or keep it connected to the canister?
I always wondered whether I should leave my stove connected to my fuel canister or if it was better to take it off. Here’s what I found…
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Thru-hiking FAQ Answered by the Community
We talked to some of our favorite thru-hikers about their experiences and advice for newer hikers. Here is what we learned.
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Highest & Lowest Points on the PCT, AT, and CDT
What are the highest and lowest points on the Triple Crown Trails (Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail, and Continental Divide Trail)? Find out by taking a look at our elevation profile data.
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11 Tips to Pack a Bear Canister
Are you going to bring a bear canister on your next thru-hike or backpacking trip? Here are some helpful tips to consider!
