Backpacking Tips

If you're new to backpacking and don't even know where to start - start here! #backpacking

Shopping for backpacking gear can be overwhelming! When it comes to sleeping bags and puffy coats, which is better down or synthetic material?? Read on to learn the pros and cons of synthetic or down sleeping bags and which one is better for you. #hiking #backpacking #camping

Want to know how to backpack? Master the skills you need to go backpacking and hike the Appalachian Trail - safely and confidently.

Download the Badass Backpackers Bundle - for free! If you're new to backpacking, start here, you'll get the complete backpacking gear checklist, the first aid kit checklist, and a sample backpacking meal plan for a weekend long trip. #backpacking #hiking

Solo hikers and backpackers can go a little crazy hiking alone all day with no one to talk to, or get very anxious and scared lying awake, alone at night at the campsite. Try one, or a few, of these solo camping activities instead.

How to assemble your own backpacking first aid kit, from Your Adventure Coach

Download the Badass Backpackers Bundle - for free! If you're new to backpacking, start here, you'll get the complete backpacking gear checklist, the first aid kit checklist, and a sample backpacking meal plan for a weekend long trip. #backpacking #hiking

Don't let these excuses get in the way of your dream of thru hiking the Appalachian Trail #hiking

So, how much does it cost to hike the Appalachian Trail? Not an easy answer, but here are 7 things to consider when planning the cost to hike the AT. Plus, find out how I saved up enough money for my long distance hike on the Appalachian Trail.

These easy stretches will help you loosen up after a long day of hiking or backpacking, even if it's cold outside and you're huddled in your tent. Do these backpacking stretches before bed to sleep better at night, and feel better and hike better in the morning. #backpackingtips

Click to find out everything you need to know about pooping in the woods! Please be sure to practice Leave No Trace when pooping in the woods while camping and help us prevent the spread of illness and disease in our water sources and public lands. #hiking #backpacking #hikingtips #hikinghacks

You aren't a fan of snakes but you love to camp in the wild? You can enjoy in nature nevertheless that snakes can be near. Follow my camping tips that will help you to repel snakes away from your tent. #repelsnakes #campinganimals #wildanimas #reptiles #campinginnature #wildcamping #snakerepellent

Everything you need to know about surviving in the woods for short or long periods of time, with or without a permanent shelter. #survival #wilderness #SHTF

Believe it or not, I do not forage for food, but do plan ahead and pack some good hiking food so I can cook up my own backpacking meals on my hiking trips. Click to see some of my favorite, go-to backpacking meals and recipes! | 7 easy backpacking meal ideas | Camping meals | #backpacking #hiking #backpackingtips

Are you going camping in a tent but you are afraid that a spider will make you company? There are ways to repel spiders outdoors so take my camping tips and tricks to have a pleasurable camping time without spiders.

I do think it’s best to try hiking solo, see if you like it but honestly if hiking or camping solo is going to leave you in a constant state of panic or anxiety the entire time - don’t do it. Why go out there if it’s not fun and rejuvenating? Here are some tips to set you up for success when trying to find a hiking buddy and how to make hiking with them more enjoyable.