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5 Tips for the Ocean to Lake Trail By Retha Charette
Retha Charette provides 5 tips from her Ocean to Lake Trail adventure. Read on to learn more about hiking in Florida!
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My Great Western Loop Story by Crystal Gail Welcome
Crystal Gail Welcome shares her experiences from the Arizona Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail as she completes the Great Western Loop.
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How to Avoid Mosquito Bites
Here are some helpful tips to prevent getting bit by a mosquito and what to do if you become a victim of this mean little blood sucking machine.
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5 Things You Should Include In Your Repair Kit
Before you leave for your next thru-hike or backpacking trip, assemble a lightweight and inexpensive repair kit to take with you. Just in case!
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The Best Camping Popcorn Recipe
Freshly popped popcorn can be a great addition to your camping or backpacking trip! This recipe ensures movie-theater-quality popcorn every time!
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4 Types of Common Fire Starters Tested
We tested four commonly used fire tinder options that are easy to find around your house, and discovered which is the best for starting a fire.
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Can chips (a.k.a. crisps) be used as fire tinder?
If all of your tinder is wet, it might be time to open a bag of chips (a.k.a. crisps). We tested 7 different chips to see which worked best.
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How To Make Waterproof Matches
It’s super easy to make waterproof matches. All you need is a candle and a match. Here’s how to make them in 2 easy steps.
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My Wonderland Trail Story by Troy Buglio
Troy Buglio shares a day-by-day update of his week long thru-hike of the incredible, Wonderland Trail in Washington.
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My Trail Story by John Floyd
John Floyd found the trail when he needed it most in his life. He shares how his years of hiking have helped heal a lot of his past and more.
