If you enjoy camping and hiking, chances are you’ll love backcountry camping. It can seem daunting to start backpacking in the wilderness, so I’ve made a guide to help you get your bearings and hopefully inspire you to try your first trip! If you haven’t gone backcountry camping before, I recommend a shorter trip, 1-2 …
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What to Pack? Backpacking Clothes Edition
Packing can be a daunting task for any trip, but especially the first time you go backpacking. With a goal of keeping your bag light, it can be hard to decide what to bring and what to skip. After a number of trips, I have worked out the most essential items, as well as the …
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Why You Should Bring a Film Camera on Your Next Hike
On a hike last summer one of my friends had the brilliant idea to bring a disposable film camera. I hadn’t used one in years, since I was a child at an overnight camp and my parents didn’t trust me to bring electronics. While a disposable film camera doesn’t have any fancy settings (or any …
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The Importance of No-Trace Camping (and Hiking)
If you are unfamiliar with the concept of no-trace camping, it is the philosophy of leaving no trace behind that you were there. It is a practice I learned from summer camps as a child and mindset I have carried with me every time I venture into the backcountry. So why is No-Trace Camping and …
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Winter Hiking Essentials
So you’ve been hiking in the summer, and now you’re wondering how to transition this into an all-year hobby. While many aspects of hiking remain similar from season to season, there are a number of additional considerations for winter hiking. First are closures. Many roads in Kananaskis close between December and May, so make sure …
Absolute Must-Have’s for Hiking in the Rockies
Hiking can see intimidating if you haven’t grown up with family and friends who are familiar with the Rockies, but it is really an activity with a very low barrier to entry. While there are many outdoor specialty stores that sell gear specifically for hiking, most of what you need to hit the trails is …
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