For me, there are two types of wild camping. One where I am hiking all day and camp each night on a multiday hike like the West Highland Way. The other is when I drive somewhere with the kids and stay for a night or two. Obviously, the first requires that I keep my pack as ligh...
Hiking pack Weather-appropriate clothing (think moisture-wicking and layers) Hiking footwear Plenty of food Plenty of water Navigation tools such as a map and compass First-aid kit Knife or multi-tool The rest of the Ten Essentials as appropriate for your hike ...
Camping can be one of the most rewarding ways to connect with nature and escape the daily grind. For beginners, however, the idea of setting up camp can feel daunting. With so many essentials to consider, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Whether you’re heading to a local campsite,a nat...
The exact items you take can be tailored to your trip based on considerations such as weather, difficulty, duration and distance from help. To learn more, see our article on the Ten Essentials. Print out the PDF version for easy use at home....
The good news is that the prepping basics checklist is the same for 98% of people and scenarios. It’s once you get past those essentials that things start to get customized or tricky — if you want to grow an indoor garden in your city studio, for example, or have unusual medical ne...
A backpacking stove is a necessity for any hiker, backpacker... Camping Checklist Whether it’s your first time car camping or you’ve been at it for years, it never hurts to have a good checklist. To help you get out of the house with all of the essentials in tow, we’ve ...
A backpacking stove is a necessity for any hiker, backpacker... Camping Checklist Whether it’s your first time car camping or you’ve been at it for years, it never hurts to have a good checklist. To help you get out of the house with all of the essentials in tow, we’ve ...
These are the necessary things for camping, hiking, or just buggering off into the forest for a few days. Camping Shelter Food, water, and somewhere to sleep that doesn’t result in hypothermia: the three major essentials for camping that cannot be skipped. Your camping shelter is going to...
A backpacking trip can be the experience of a lifetime—as long as you’re properly equipped. Using a backpacking checklist is the best way to take stock of your kit before heading out. Our handy list covers the essentials for anything from an overnight to a week out in the wilderness....
Previously, our friend Tyler covered hiking essentials and made a fun, slightly serious list of what he brings on the trail when he’s setting out for a day hike. But backpacking is a different kind of beast: you’re lugging a lot more gear over more than just 6 or less hours, weathe...