Picture yourself pitching a tent beside an alpine lake. Settling in for the night amid an old growth forest. Watching the sun set from your sleeping bag, miles from the closest trailhead. You hiked in ...

Second only to gear, food is the most difficult thing for backpackers to get right. Follow these recommendations on amounts, types, and overnight storage to avoid learning the hard way. My experience ...

In his latest book, The Joy of Hiking: Hiking the Trailmaster Way, author and hiking enthusiast, John McKinney reveals how you can get the most out of your time on the trail. Larry talks with John ...

Insta-relaxation move: Lace up your shoes and head out for a hike. It’s one of the best mini vacations you can take. “No matter how far you’re going, the pace, the weather, the trail— there is always ...

First-time backpackers are invited to a free introduction to backpacking class, April 4 at 7 p.m. The event will be held at Mountain Gear’s retail store, 2002 N. Division St. Attendees will go over ...

Katie Scatchard and Isaac Williams present Backpacking 101 at 7 tonight at REI. Topics include: how to select layered clothing, water filtration, food preparation, bear safety and first aid tips. 400 ...

With spring just around the corner, many will be gearing up to hit the trails for a little hiking. For anyone who isn’t sure where to start, Big Sister Team Building is offering a series of workshops ...