Nancy East and Chris Ford Set the Fastest Known Time for the Smokies 900
We interviewed Nancy East about her journey to setting the Smokies 900 FKT and why PSAR is so important.
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Developing the Great Basin Trail: A Hiker Immersed into the Soul of the Land
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Ryan Sylva shares how he developed the Great Basin Trail and how it connects hikers to the land's soul.
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4 Spooky Trails for Your Next Socially Distanced Halloween Hike
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Hiking is a great way to practice social distancing while also getting your Halloween thrills on a spooky trail.
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Meet Our Dyneema Composite Fabric Shelter Line for Light Packs and Deep Sleep
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Our newest iteration of The One and The Two are now more durable, waterproof, and lightweight than ever.
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What Camera Should I Take on My Thru-Hike? How to Choose.
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Steven Shattuck shares his eight years of trail photography experience to help you choose the right hiking camera.
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Explore Austin Empowers Youth Through Mentorship and Outdoor Adventure
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Through mentoring, leadership, and outdoor excursions, this Texas nonprofit empowers youth to reach their potential.
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Barney Scout Mann Shares Trail and Writing Wisdom Through “Journeys North”
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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.
