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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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Akokala Lake Hiking Guide
About Akokala Lake Trail Trail Highlights - Pristine views, alpine lake, plentiful wildflowers and wildlife. Roundtrip Length - 11.6 miles Elevation … [Read More...]
Numa Ridge Lookout Hiking Guide
About Numa Ridge Lookout Trail Trail Highlights – Spectacular view of Bowman Lake, plentiful wildflowers and wildlife. Roundtrip Length – 12 miles Elevation Gain – 2,930 feet Peak Elevation – 6,960 feet Parking Lot – Yes Difficulty – Strenuous Region – Bowman Lake Availability of Water – No Hiking to Numa Ridge Lookout Begin your […]
Explore Two Medicine
To the Blackfeet Indians, the mountains of the Two Medicine region were referred to as the Backbone of the World. In addition to hunting, the Blackfeet would venture into the shadows of these massive mountains on vision quests. Today, this area is just as breathtaking and vision inducing for the trekkers who explore the vast, […]
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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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Best 3 Person Backpacking Tents: Reviews & Ratings
Discover the best 3 person backpacking tents as I review the Big Agnes Jack Rabbit Marmot Limelight & MSR Carbon Reflex three person backpacking tents. With technology advancing as quickly as it is, and companies taking more and more stock in what their customers have to say, you have an amazing selection of 3 man, […]
5 Best Backpacking Flashlights
One of the essentials that you should always have on a backpacking trip is a quality flashlight. If, god forbid, something goes wrong in the backcountry, a flashlight can literally be a lifesaving item. Even if you don’t find yourself in a dire, life-and-death situation (and hopefully you never do), a good flashlight is a […]
Weekend Warrior Wednesday – August 14th
Warriors, unite! When it comes to epic stories of survival, danger, and good old fashioned adventure, nothing beats a great cliff-hanger. We all know our hero is going to come out on top in the end, but before they reach the summit of their quest, there’s a thrilling tension that keeps us on the edge […]
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
