7 Ideas for What to Bring a Thru-Hiker on the Trail
Have a buddy hiking a long trail and want to bring them some trail magic? Here are some tips on what they'll love!
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Daily Habits as a Couple While Thru-Hiking Long Trails
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Carolyn and Jeff share updates from the Appalachian Trail on the daily habits they've formed as a couple.
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How "Hiking My Feelings" Promotes Nature and Healing
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Founder Sydney Williams talks about how Hiking My Feelings draws upon nature to help people heal.
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Sirena Rana Talks Best Day Hikes on the Arizona National Scenic Trail
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Get ready for your next hike on the Arizona Trail with tips and tricks from our own Sirena Rana and her new book!
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Welcoming Zelzin Aketzalli to the Gossamer Gear Family
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We’re excited to announce our newest Brand Ambassador, Zelzin Aketzalli, to the Gossamer Gear family!
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A Mother-Daughter Duo on the John Muir Trail and Beyond
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Emily Schrick shares how she and her mom became her favorite outdoor duo, and what that means on and off the trail.
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So, You Want to Be a Hiking Guide? Read This First.
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Yes, you get to work outside, but there are some downsides, too. Learn whether guiding hikes is the path for you!
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On Microtrash, Useful Trail Finds, and Cleaning Up the Earth
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Learn how to carry out or find creative new uses for trash you find along the trail this Earth Day and beyond.
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Introducing The Ten: A Massive Ultralight Tent for Your Entire Covid Pod
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The Ten is an absolutely massive tent that weighs in at just 18 ounces. Think of it as a panoramic of our other tents.
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5 Women's Outdoor Organizations to Support
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Celebrate Women's History Month by supporting one of the many organizations elevating women in the outdoors.
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It’s Time to Reckon: A National Park History Lesson
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By learning the history of segregation within the National Park Service, we can take inclusive steps forward
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Forming a Marriage Along Two Long Trails: The Journey Begins
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Follow Carolyn and Jeff as they forgo a traditional wedding and instead celebrate their commitment on two long trails.
