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Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips
Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to … [Read More...]
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Bowman Lake
If serenity's what you need, escape to Bowman Lake on the North Fork of the Flathead River for a few nights. Its calm waters mirror the big sky and … [Read More...]
Medicine Grizzly Lake Hiking Guide
Medicine Grizzly Lake Trail Trail Highlights — Lake views, mountain vistas, alpine flora, and possible wolf and grizzly sightings Roundtrip Length — 12 miles Elevation Gain — 625 feet Peak Elevation — 5,650 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Easy Region — Two Medicine Availability of Water — Yes The name of the […]
Bowman Lake
If serenity’s what you need, escape to Bowman Lake on the North Fork of the Flathead River for a few nights. Its calm waters mirror the big sky and snowcapped peaks of the Whitefish and Livingston Montana mountain ranges, while the only motors you’ll hear are those of an occasional, distant car, as motor boats […]
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Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips
Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to coffee to meals, having nourishment that tastes good can be just as important as the nutritional value that it provides. Nobody likes hot water, cold coffee, […]
The Best 4-Person Tents of 2015
Best 4-Person Tents of 2015 While we’ve already covered the best 2-person tents of 2015, we recognize that many of our readers like to camping with a larger crowd. Whether you’re planning on camping with your family or just a couple of buddies, there are many situations in which a 4-person tent is more suitable […]
Monster Fire Forces Evacuations in Glacier National Park
Reynolds Creek Fire Erupts in Glacier National Park Last month, we wrote about a fire that was threatening Glacier National Park. That fire, the Glacier Rim Fire, covered only about 100 acres before being extinguished in a timely manner, and no damage was done to the park itself. The park is not so lucky this time […]
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Clif Bar Celebrates The Holidays With Seasonal Flavors
Move over pumpkin spice lattes, Clif Bar’s seasonal holiday flavors are back. And with sales now supporting an awesome non-profit, they are better than ever. The three seasonal flavors — Clif Bar Iced Ginger Bread Energy Bars, Clif Bar Pecan Pie Energy Bars and Clif Bar Spiced Pumpkin Pie — are back for the […]
Chaco Outcross Evo 2: A Versatile Outdoor Shoe
Chaco Outcross Evo 2 If you’re looking for a light, versatile shoe that will suit you well on land and in the water this summer, we have a shoe you might want to check out – the Chaco Outcross Evo 2. Chaco may be a company that is best known for performance in the water, but […]
Berghaus VapourLight Hyper Smock 2.0: The World’s Lightest Waterproof Jacket
Berghaus VapourLight Hyper Smock 2.0 If you’re heading out into the backcountry this summer and want to be equipped for the elements in the least burdensome way possible, the Berghaus VapourLight Hyper Smock 2.0 is here to change your entire conception of what it means for a jacket to be lightweight. The Berghaus VapourLight Hyper Smock 2.0 […]
Latest Visitor Contributions
Kootenay National Park: Wrong Place, Wrong Time
This is a story shared by one of our readers who did not leave his/her name. Thank you for your contribution! On Monday, September 16th 2013, we pulled into the parking lot by the kindersley/sinclair loop trail head. A couple from Montreal asked if they could hike with my buddy and I. We agreed, introduced […]
Living in Polebridge Montana – 1967-1968
Ever wonder what Polebridge, Montana was like in the late 60s? Steve O’Malley lived and worked there from 1967-68. These are his memories & experiences. It’s quite a lovely story, full of amazing anecdotes. I hope you enjoy! I was born in Long Beach California January 4, 1949. There was a very rare snow storm in Southern […]
Hiking Hidden Lake Trail in Glacier National Park: Photos & Videos
Hiking Hidden Lake trail in Glacier National Park is an easy afternoon adventure. Read & view user submitted photos & stories from their Hidden Lake hikes
