Tag: backpacking

Is Technology ruining the wilderness experience

The very word ‘wilderness’ evokes in most of us thoughts of loneliness, an uninhabited region, somewhere one goes to be far away from the busy crowds…

Tips for a Europe backpacking trip

Backpacking in Europe can be a wonderful adventure. You will gain lifelong memories, and good preparation will help make these memories great ones. Here are…

Hiking + backpacking = fastpacking

First of all, fastpacking is not for everyone. It is the latest challenge for those who hike and backpack, marked tracks, as a hobby. It…

Top qualities to look for in a bug out bag

Most of us should have a general idea of what a bug out bag is. It’s the bag of survival items that you take with…

Backpacker forced to deny he’s the Messiah

I’ve not been to Austrailia and I’ve not met Jesus but I can see why people think that he’s walking around Kenya, he seems to…

Exercises to help with backpacking endurance

Although hiking seems like a very straightforward activity, it is quite demanding on the body. You need to be physically fit before hitting the trails…

Choosing the right hiking boots

In any camping and hiking situation, the boots you choose to wear on your feet can make the difference between being able to walk for…

The best wild locations on the east coast

The east coast has some amazing parks and wild locations worth checking out. Here are a few that are well worth the time to visit.…

Some packing tips for your next backpacking adventure

Backpacking is a great way to explore your surroundings while saving some money compared to a hotel. While it is a wonderful thing to do,…

 Signs that reveal there’s danger ahead – Hikers Beware

When you are out hiking, you are at the mercy of nature. That means that there are a lot of variables that could affect the…