Hiking with kids doesn't have to be chaos! Discover essential tips on safety, what to wear, timing, pacing, and fun games to ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There's something irresistible about the promise of backpacking — the idea that you can sling a pack over your shoulders and step into a world ...

Most parents in America would agree that monitoring screen time for kids is a big challenge, especially because playing games and getting online is how many teenagers socialize and communicate with ...

In a recent podcast interview, I was asked, “What advice or tips do you have for beginner backpackers?” You can imagine the difficulty of encapsulating nearly 20 years of experience into a sound bite, ...

There are many reasons why backpacking across Asia is a fantastic option. This enormous, diverse continent provides a unique, inexpensive, and enlightening journey. If you’re a newbie to the ...

Backcountry campsites are kept more natural and only have room for a very small number of campers. They lack public facilities like restrooms and showers, but those willing to do the work to reach ...

Heading out for an adventure beyond the comfort of tame indoor spaces is often a priority for eager explorers. Whether you're meandering around a park or trail for the day or plotting a longer camping ...

BRECKSVILLE, Ohio -- The Cleveland Metroparks’ Brecksville Reservation features a pair of upcoming programs designed to improve backpacking knowledge. The Gourmet Backcountry Cooking program takes ...

Backpacking can be intimidating. You have to haul all your food, water and shelter into the backcountry and sleep there — but you are self-sufficient! You are carrying everything you need on your back ...

Every afternoon near the start of my first thru-hike, I knew just where I’d find the hiker named Poncho—and that he’d greet me with advice that would help me finish the Appalachian Trail. A few years ...

Are you tired of cramming for finals under stuffy, fluorescent lights? Do you yearn for the outdoors? Backpacking can help — all you need is a destination, a backpack and a plan. If trails or ...