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![Hikers on a rocky river in Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument in Maine]()
Katahdin Woods & Waters Monument Planning
How do National Parks and Monuments decide how to manage their land? Guthook took a trip to see part of the planning process in person.
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![Items in Sawyer Micro Squeeze package: Squeeze bag, filter, back-flush syringe, connectors, packaging material]()
Sawyer + Backpacking Part 1: The Sawyer Micro Squeeze
We review Sawyer’s new Micro Squeeze water filtration system.
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What is thru-hiking?
The definition of “thru-hiking” cannot be found in a dictionary. That’s why I asked these thru-hikers to share what thru-hiking means to them.
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10 Affordable Lightweight Gear Options for Backpackers and Thru Hikers
Ten affordable lightweight backpacking items that are a must for any trip.
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Guthook’s Backpacking Food Planner
How much food do you take backpacking? How much SHOULD you pack? Read how Guthook plans the right amount.
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After the Trail: Post-Hike Depression
Many hikers have difficulty adjusting after a hike. Read what experienced thru hikers have to say about post-hike depression.
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![A spectacular view of Havasu Falls]()
My First Backpacking Trip to Havasu Falls
Let’s throw it back to about three years ago. My first backpacking trip. I was just a wee little caterpillar in college and had never really experienced what real “backpacking” was. But I loved to hike and I loved the outdoors, so it would be pretty easy right? HA, wrong.
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Choosing the Right Battery Charger for your Thru-Hike
Since many hikers carry phones and portable external batteries, we evaluated a variety of battery chargers and have some to recommend for long-distance hikers.
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Trail Maintenance for Lightweight Backpackers
This set of maintenance tools is great and it fits easily in the side pocket of my pack.
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![A view showcases snowy forests and distant mountains in the Katahdin Woods]()
Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument
Last week I took a trip into the Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument, a new addition to the National Parks system.
