Barney Scout Mann Shares Trail and Writing Wisdom Through “Journeys North”
We interviewed Barney Scout Mann about his PCT journey, writing the adventure's tales, and going lightweight.
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Nancy East Prepares for Smokies 900 FKT to Support Preventative Search and Rescue Efforts
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Nancy East is training to set the Smokies 900 FKT -- all in an effort to raise $60,000 for preventative SAR efforts.
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Crossing the Sierra in the Summer of 1944
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Lindsey Grant, a Deep Springs College graduate of the Class of 1943, reflects on backpacking in the summer of 1944.
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Have Your Best Pee Yet With the Gossamer Gear Exclusive Kula Cloth
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Your old pee rag is about to get an incredible upgrade. If you squat to pee, it's time you met the Kula Cloth.
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An Ultralight Deep Dive into the Gossamer Gear Shelter Family - Everything You Need to Know!
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Looking to dive a bit deeper into what makes a Gossamer Gear shelter? Well, you’ve come to the right place.
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Navigating the Grief of a Lost Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hike
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Sally Phillips shares how she worked through her grief of having to cancel her PCT thru-hike in light of COVID-19.
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Taking on the Pisgah 400 Hiking Challenge to Stay Sane During COVID-19
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How to sane during COVID-19? Christine Martens decided to hike all 400 miles of trails in Pisgah National Forest.
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Women’s Whispers: Potty Talk and Other Trail Tips
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Women have special considerations when it comes to time on the trail. Kathy “OBAL Unbranded” Vaughan demystifies things.
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Grab Yourself a Summer Hike Bundle to Help You Recreate Responsibly
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Ready to breathe in some forest air? We want to support you with our Gossamer Gear Summer Hike Bundle!
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Top 5 Moments I Totally Lost It On the Trail
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We all love being on the trail, but we also know that being on the trail isn’t always easy. What has made you lose it?
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From Daypack to Diaper Bag: the Vagabond is a Dad’s Best Friend
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Haul your hiking gear, or everything for your little one! Learn why this dad makes the Vagabond his go-to diaper bag.
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Take Less. Do More. Our Brand Ambassadors Explain Why.
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Take Less. Do More. It goes beyond a pithy catchphrase. Our Brand Ambassadors share how its a life philosophy.
