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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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Best Five Fall Hikes In The Rocky Mountains
Stores may be starting to discount their summer hiking gear by the time fall starts in the Rocky Mountains. For many hikers, however, the season is really … [Read More...]
Hidden Lake Hiking Guide
About Hidden Lake Trail Trail Highlights – Open meadows, spectacular views, crystalline alpine lake, plentiful wildflowers and wildlife Roundtrip Length – 6 miles Elevation Gain – 540 feet Peak Elevation – 7,152 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Easy Region – Logan Pass Availability of Water – Yes Hidden Lake is an extremely popular […]
Gunsight Pass Hiking Guide
About Gunsight Pass Trail Trail Highlights -Spectacular alpine hiking, lakes, glaciers, lush meadows, abundant wildlife Roundtrip Length – 19 miles Elevation Gain – 5,260 feet Peak Elevation – 7,050 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty – Moderate Region – Logan Pass Availability of Water – Yes Gunsight Pass Trail is one of the most popular […]
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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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Locked In Glacier! Watching Big Horn Sheep Fight at Logan Pass
My family and I visit Glacier National Park every year and we love it dearly. One year we went to the Swiftcurrent Motor Inn to have our annual dinner there. We love going there because the food is great and we get souvenirs at the gift shop next door. Luckily for us, most every year […]
Goal Zero Teams Up with Gregory to Create Solar-Ready Backpacks
Goal Zero and Gregory Bring You Solar-Ready Packs Goal Zero has been making a big name for themselves in recent years with their innovative line of solar-powered products that make life in the outdoors just a little bit more environmentally-friendly and efficient. The company has been creating a wide range of products designed to harness […]
Sleeping Bag Reviews
Searching the internet for the best sleeping bag is exhausting. So, I’ve compiled sleeping bag reviews of the top five sleeping bag models in important categories. With so many companies producing sleeping bags, it is impossible to find a clear consensus on what bag is best for you. You need to take your considerations into […]
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
