I did not grow up in an outdoorsy family. We spent the occasional summer road-tripping through Colorado, sure, but I was just as likely to spend an entire school break playing Super Nintendo in my ...

No matter if you’re trekking on a rugged backpacking trip or simply going on a hike for an afternoon, bringing high-quality (and tasty) food with you is a must for staying energized on the trail.

Trail mix has to be one of my personal favorite snacks while backpacking. That said, you can’t live on it, especially when ...

An informal survey of avid travelers shows that different personalities approach packing for trips using specific strategies, with each packing type having its evangelists. The packing types can be ...

If you’ve ever done a day hike that stretched your limits, you know that hiking really gets you in touch with your hunger. That’s especially true if you start backpacking, which often requires you to ...

It takes a lot to prep before heading out on your first overnight backpacking trip. We’ve broken down what gear you’ll need overall and how to pack food so you don’t go hungry in the wilderness. But ...

Even the shortest trips require a packing list to ensure you have everything you need. We've compiled a list of essentials to bring on your next weekend getaway, from ...

This is the school year that you and your kids are going to get organized and stay organized. You really mean it! And we really believe you. That’s why we’re here to recommend some tips on how to ...