Adventure Blog

Backpacking / Hiking
Hiking Safety // Hunting Season
There’s something about fall that gets us outside. It seems to be the perfect combination of cooler weather, impending snowfall + stunning colors. Hordes of hikers head outside to hit the trails. F...

Backpacking / Hiking
Leave No Trace...On Social Media
If you’re on social media in any capacity you’ve probably seen some epic photos of beautiful places...places you want to go because you saw them on Instagram or Facebook. Perfect, now you have one ...

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Camping // Pick Your Favorite Type!
“Let’s go camping” is basically music to the ears of anyone looking to escape reality for a bit. Camping is a default excuse to avoid showers, forget about your email inbox + to finally read your w...

How to Take a First-Timer Backpacking
Pay forward your wilderness knowledge by taking out a newb. You'll not only create lasting memories with your newly-initiated wilderness pal, but you'll enjoy re-discovering backpacking through a n...

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New Adventures with Strangers
New Adventures with Stranger You call up our friends for a day on the trail. You and your crew have familiar places you enjoy going, the crew consists of people you're comfortable with, and you kno...

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What Is an R-Value and Why Does it Matter?
When it comes to your sleep system, comfort is king (or queen) and it all starts with getting your body off of the ground, or utilizing a sleeping pad. The R-Value of your sleeping pad determines j...

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The Ultimate Adventure...Getting Lost!
We all have that friend. You know, the one that gets lost on nearly every adventure, no matter how well marked the trails may be. They're the friend we like to have around for the entertainment bu...

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Our Favorite Desert Destinations in Pictures
The tall swirls of pinks and reds carve out an immense landscape. Dive into this complex world of Navajo sandstone and you'll be transported to another world. Smooth, curving walls let in the tinie...

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Using Social Media to Plan Adventures
Social media is everywhere. Sometimes people complain about it taking over our lives or having a negative impact on our wilderness. While those people aren’t necessarily wrong, there are still some...