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The Emotional Whiplash of Ending a Long-Distance Hike
FarOut Scout, Joseph Gonzalez, shares how to accept the conclusion of your long-distance hike and move forward with grace.
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Caught in 100 MPH Winds on Mount Washington: An AT Hiker’s Story
FarOut Scout, Cindy Barbour, was caught in 100 mph winds on Mount Washington’s Presidential Range. Read how she pressed on, helped a stranger, and what she learned.
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How My Gear Changed Once I Was Actually on Trail | PCT vs. CDT
FarOut Scout, Bank, compares his backpacking gear from the PCT (2022) to the CDT (2026): tent, sleeping bag, stove, and sleeping pad, and what changed and why.
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7 European Thru-Hikes Nobody’s Talking About (Yet)
7 epic thru-hikes across Croatia, Romania, Spain, Armenia, and beyond that deserve a spot on your hiking bucket list.
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12 Hidden Gem Thru-Hikes for People Who Have Jobs
Discover 12 hidden gem thru-hikes you can finish without quitting your job. Perfect for making the most of your PTO.
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Thru-hiking the Circuito Macizo Paine (Torres del Paine “O” Circuit) in Patagonia
Araceli shares her firsthand experience hiking one of the world’s most iconic treks, the Torres del Paine in Patagonia.
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7 FarOut Features I Use Every Day on Trail
Peggy shared her favorite FarOut features while hiking a section of the Trans Catalina Trail in Southern California.
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How I Mentally Prepare for a Thru-Hike
Training for a thru-hike isn’t just physical, it’s mental. Alison Young shares how she mentally prepares for her adventures ahead.
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FarOut’s Pre-Hike Checklist: Before You Go Offline
Before you head out on your next adventure, we recommend going through this checklist while you have wifi or cell service.
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Sleep Tight: How to Use FarOut To Find the Best Campsites
Using FarOut to scout for campsites is a no-brainer. It removes the stress of finding a perfect site and lets you focus on crushing miles.
