When I started backpacking, like most people, I stuck with the tried and true tent. I was afraid...
TIPS & TRICKS
Tips and Advice for Outdoor Survival, Gear and Footwear Care
As a hiker, backpacker or camper, you know that there are many risks involved in the sport. You might get lost on the trail, or experience animal encounters such as bears and snakes. We give tips for dealing with bear attacks, being lost in the woods, and injuries on the trail. The Hiking Adventure prepares you on hiking or backpacking tips since you never know what your surroundings are going to be like, so it’s important that you are prepared. It also provides ideas for hike safety. How do you maintain your outdoor gear? What’s the best way to clean a sleeping bag? How often should I wash my tent fly and footprint? Let us help with some simple tips that will keep your outdoor equipment in great shape.
We’ll also be taking a look at how to properly store and care for items like boots, jackets, and tents so they last longer. These tips will help you get the most out of your camping trips! Are you ready for this?! Let’s go!
Best First Aid Kit for Backpacking & Hiking
I still remember taking my first Wilderness First Aid course from the Red Cross. At the time I...
How to Break In Leather Hiking Boots Painlessly
Suitable footwear is crucial to every style of hiking or trail running. A pair of hiking boots or...
How to Waterproof Hiking Boots
A good pair of waterproof hiking boots can be hard to find - "too waterproof" and they don't...
How to Prepare for Uphill Hiking: Workout Plan, Exercises and Videos
Do you have your sights set on that exhilarating trek you saw on Instagram? Has it been months...
3-Season vs 4-Season Tents: Which One’s Right for You?
So your old tent needs replacing and you’re trying to decide between 3-season vs 4-season tents. What’s the difference and what will best suit your needs?
How to Fix Heel Slippage in Boots
If you feel like your heel lifts out of your shoes when hiking, that is heel slippage. It's...
15 Best Hiking Gaiters for Your Outdoor Adventures in 2022
If you have ever been out hiking in heavy snow, thick brush, or sharp or thorny plants, then you...
Climbing Mt Kenya: Not Just Another Summit
As the hordes head off to climb Kilimanjaro, their eyes firmly set on the summit, there is another...
Best Multitool for Backpacking & Hiking
There's something special about multitools. The array of little tools hidden away in a compact...
Common Hiking Injuries: Prevention & Treatment on the Trail
Figuring out what to be prepared for on a backpacking and hiking trip can be a bit challenging....
Best Bear Spray: How to Handle Bear Encounters
Interactions between bears and humans are on the rise as bear populations bounce back and humans...
Insider’s Guide to Hiking Machu Picchu
Hiking Machu Picchu is one of few UNESCO World Heritage Sites to have earned the designation both...
Merino Wool vs Synthetic
One of the most important factors in choosing your outfit for any outdoor activity is the material...
Climbing Mountains- Guide to Start Mountaineering
Mountaineering is an increasingly popular activity. But how to start mountaineering when you have...
11 Best Camping Cots and Mattresses – The Ultimate Buying Guide 2022
Planning a big camping trip ahead? You can't expect to spend countless nights on a cheap quality...
How to Keep Bears out of your Food: Bags, Canisters..
Whether you're a veteran backpacker or planning your very first 3 day backpacking trip into the...
Tongariro Alpine Crossing: New Zealand’s Best Day Hike
Often hailed as the “best one-day hike in New Zealand” (if not the world), the Tongariro Crossing...
Hammock vs Tent: Battle for the Best Night’s Sleep
When I started backpacking, tents were all I knew. My world revolved around researching and...
How to Prevent Blisters when Hiking
Nothing ruins a hike quicker than when you peel off your sock and find a gaping hole in your heel....
How to Get Fit for the Mountains: Kilimanjaro and the Trekking Peaks
We've all seen out of shape celebrities hauling their asses up Kilimanjaro. That guy who swigs...
Hiking Safety: How to Stay Safe on the Trail
Every year we read horror stories of snake bites, weather injuries and dramatic rescues as we scan...
Inspirational Mountains: Exciting Summits for Ordinary Hikers
If you’re inspired by tales of mountaineering adventure, but can’t tackle the technical peaks, here are some of the best summits that are well within the reach of “ordinary hikers”. They’re not easy, and some will push you to your limits…
Climbing Kilimanjaro: Everything you Need to Know
Planning to climb Kilimanjaro? Check out this comprehensive resource for everything you need to know before you go..























