NEW: Video recording of the live event with panelists! Five thru-hikers age 60+ share advice on gear, training, nutrition, injury, recovery and motivation to get you inspired to backpack a long trail
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Beginner-friendly tips for gold prospecting, including getting started panning, where to find gold, protective clothing, equipment needed to get started, and strategies to find gold dust. Head to a nearby creek or buy a bag of paydirt and excavate!
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Remove odors and feel warmer with Do-It-Yourself step-by-step instructions for cleaning a down sleeping bag or down backpacking quilt or synthetic camping sleeping bag.
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Risk assessment and decision making tips and advice for backpackers in a high snow year on the PCT, JMT, or CDT in the Sierra and San Juan mountains for group travel
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A panel of Pacific Crest Trail, John Muir Trail and Continental Divide Trail thru-hikers who backpacked in big snow years share their tips on gear, safety, planning, and morale
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Tips, gear, and safety for thru-hiking in a high snow year on the PCT, JMT, or CDT in the Sierra and San Juan mountains, as recommended by a wilderness pro
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Video recording of a live event with Syren Nagakyrie founder of Disabled Hikers and author of The Disabled Hikers Guidebook to Western Washington and Oregon
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Step-by-step instructions on building a home climbing wall, including gathering materials, setting up a lumber framework, etc. It can get expensive, so we discuss money-saving tips for bouldering walls, such as where to find climbing holds and more.
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Backpacking tips and advice for how to go on your first overnight backpacking trip, including a food and gear checklist and how to find a trail and campsite
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Encuentra nuestros consejos sobre cómo planificar un viaje de mochilero exitoso. Elija el área adecuada, elija su equipo, y tenga un plan en caso de emergencia.
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A beginner’s guide to full-time truck camper RV road tripping for a national park adventure: route apps, packing list, campground and boondocking safety tips
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Prepare for downhill skiing with yoga poses for before and after, and get better strength, balance, flexibility, and recovery on and off the slopes.
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How to complete a century ride! Tips on getting into cycling, base training, nutrition, route planning, gear, outfitting a bike, and more. Set goals for long-duration, low-intensity rides for your first 100-miler or 100-km cycling training plans.
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Drive stress-free on your very own solo road trip! You can take the scenic route, plan stops, and prepare your vehicle (and playlists) with total freedom. See also our packing list and road trip tips on planning, budgeting, and preparation.
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Learn more about the theraputic practice of forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku. Originating in Japan, this immersive practice consists of leisurely walks through forest environments to help with relaxation, consciousness, and mind-body connection.
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These beginner-friendly yoga poses help hikers and backpackers stretch, balance, and create space in the body.
Poses such as the thunderbolt, downward-facing dog, tree pose, etc. can help with practice, warm-up, and recovery when venturing outdoors.
Don’t forget your patch and repair kit at home! Learn about quick fixes for your tent with our guide. With these tips on tent maintenance and repair, you’ll be prepped for the season and able to make your backcountry dwelling last as long as you can.
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Car camping is a great way to practice overnight trips; it's much easier to return home or relocate than when backpacking. For more on where to start, read our beginner-friendly step-by-step guide, camping tips, and checklist for your first campout!
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Whether the thought of hiking solo excites or scares you, these solo hiking tips from a professional self-defense instructor will prepare you for a successful solo hike. Make sure to research the trail, share your plan, and know your limits.
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All adventurers once took their first steps in the outdoors. You too can develop your skills by starting small and starting early. Pack the essentials, check the weather, and start enjoying nature on your way to becoming an experienced hiker.
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