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Mountain landscape with a meadow in the foreground, pine trees, and a prominent rocky peak under a vibrant blue sky with contrails. Calm mood.

Mountain landscape with a meadow in the foreground, pine trees, and a prominent rocky peak under a vibrant blue sky with contrails. Calm mood.

"Fall" In Love With Off-Season Backpacking: The Secret Window We Live For

Luna DeLamer

Sep 12, 20255 min read

Group backpacking trip at sunrise on a mountain slope silhouette against a vibrant pink and orange sky, with tents nearby and distant peaks visible.

Group backpacking trip at sunrise on a mountain slope silhouette against a vibrant pink and orange sky, with tents nearby and distant peaks visible.

Backpacking as a Group? How to Pick the Perfect Trail Together

Luna DeLamer

Aug 29, 20258 min read

Cliffside beach with turquoise waves, a small waterfall flows onto the sand. Surrounded by lush trees under a cloudy, golden sky.

Cliffside beach with turquoise waves, a small waterfall flows onto the sand. Surrounded by lush trees under a cloudy, golden sky.

No Permit? No Problem: Last Minute California Backpacking Trips

Luna DeLamer

Aug 22, 20255 min read

Campfire by a serene lake in California at sunset, with vibrant orange flames, silhouetted trees, and a colorful sky reflecting on the water. Calm mood.

Campfire by a serene lake in California at sunset, with vibrant orange flames, silhouetted trees, and a colorful sky reflecting on the water. Calm mood.

What is a California Campfire Permit? And Do You Really Need One?

Luna DeLamer

Aug 8, 20255 min read

Eastern Sierra mountain landscape with pine trees, a winding river, and distant hills under a clear blue sky. The scene is serene and peaceful.

Eastern Sierra mountain landscape with pine trees, a winding river, and distant hills under a clear blue sky. The scene is serene and peaceful.

How to Get Eastern Sierra Backpacking Permits

Luna DeLamer

Aug 1, 20256 min read

Couple on a blanket outside at night, watching a large TV screen with movie selections. Cozy ambiance with string lights and cushions.

Couple on a blanket outside at night, watching a large TV screen with movie selections. Cozy ambiance with string lights and cushions.

60+ Awesome Nature Movies & Documentaries to Inspire Your Next Adventure

Luna DeLamer

Jul 18, 202510 min read

Person in blue jacket stands by a Thousand Island Lake reflecting orange mountains under a blue sky, evoking a serene, majestic mood.

Person in blue jacket stands by a Thousand Island Lake reflecting orange mountains under a blue sky, evoking a serene, majestic mood.

Missed the Permit Lottery? There's Still Time to Book Your Dream Summer Backpacking Trip in California… Here’s How

Luna DeLamer

Jul 4, 20254 min read

Hand holding a bread roll in front of mountain peaks under a cloudy blue sky. Scenic outdoor setting with a sense of adventure.

Hand holding a bread roll in front of mountain peaks under a cloudy blue sky. Scenic outdoor setting with a sense of adventure.

How Much Backpacking Food Should I Really Bring on the Trail?

Luna DeLamer

Jun 27, 20255 min read

Rocky Lost Coast Trail with waves crashing, green cliffs shrouded in fog. A lone car on the shore. Moody, serene seascape.

Rocky Lost Coast Trail with waves crashing, green cliffs shrouded in fog. A lone car on the shore. Moody, serene seascape.

How to Get Lost Coast Trail Permits (without the hassle!)

Luna DeLamer

Jun 20, 20254 min read

Jagged Mount Whitney peaks lit by sunset, with a deep blue sky and a white moon, casting shadows on snow-covered slopes.

Jagged Mount Whitney peaks lit by sunset, with a deep blue sky and a white moon, casting shadows on snow-covered slopes.

How to Prepare for a High-Altitude Backpacking Trip

Luna DeLamer

Jun 9, 20256 min read

Four friends enjoying a forest campfire meal; one cooks while others eat and laugh. A tent and pine trees are in the background.

Four friends enjoying a forest campfire meal; one cooks while others eat and laugh. A tent and pine trees are in the background.

Vegetarian Backpacking Meals: Lunch Favorites that Save Time and Energy on the Trail

Luna DeLamer

May 30, 20255 min read

A white granite juts towards a blue sky is mirrored in the still alpine lake in the foreground. To see these granite peaks, you'll need an inyo wilderness permit

A white granite juts towards a blue sky is mirrored in the still alpine lake in the foreground. To see these granite peaks, you'll need an inyo wilderness permit

How to Get Inyo Wilderness Permits (Without Losing Your Mind)

Elon Jones

May 15, 20256 min read

Top 80+ BEST Gifts for Backpackers 2024 [ALL BUDGETS]

Top 80+ BEST Gifts for Backpackers 2024 [ALL BUDGETS]

Top 80+ BEST Gifts for Backpackers 2024 [ALL BUDGETS]

Luna DeLamer

Dec 1, 202418 min read

Is Your Backpacking Emergency Kit Up to Date?

Is Your Backpacking Emergency Kit Up to Date?

Is Your Backpacking Emergency Kit Up to Date?

Ariana Duckett

Sep 16, 20246 min read

Outdoor Safety: How Wilderness First Aid Could Save Your Life...It Saved His

Outdoor Safety: How Wilderness First Aid Could Save Your Life...It Saved His

Outdoor Safety: How Wilderness First Aid Could Save Your Life...It Saved His

Elon Jones

Mar 27, 20238 min read

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