A good tarp is both lighter and cheaper than the even the lightest of tents and has a number of advantages that make it much more attractive to light backpackers.

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Whether you are an experienced outdoorsman or a beginning adventurer, proper pre-trip planning is essential to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. A Comprehensive Guide to Planning Your Next Outdoor Adventure

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Hiking the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) is an adventure like nothing you've probably ever experienced. The CDT stretches over 3,100 miles through some of the most spectacular wilderness from the Mexican border to the Canadian border, along the backbone of North America, the Continental Divide

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Stretching over 2,190 miles from Springer Mountain, Georgia, to Mount Katahdin, Maine, the AT winds its way through some of the most stunning scenery in the eastern United States. Backpacking The Appalachian Trail has become a dream for most hikers around the world.

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Clocking in at 2,663 miles, The Pacific Crest Trail is one of the world's most famous long-distance hiking trails, stretching from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon, and Washington.

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with rural and urban areas, wilderness, desert mountains and forests, with other trails, and with each other. The American Discovery Trail runs across the center of the US, with a northern and southern option in the central states.

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The Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT) is a 1,200-mile, iconic hiking trail that stretches from the Continental Divide in Montana to the Pacific Ocean in Washington. The trail crosses through five unique ecosystems and seven mountain ranges, offering thru-hikers unsurpassed scenic views and incredibly diverse landscapes.

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A breakdown of the best survival backpacks. What to look for, what features to choose, and what style suits your situation.

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The most common survival mistakes and how to avoid them and be ready the next time you head out into the wild.

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With little more than a bit of paracord and a tarp, you can quickly set up an improvised shelter that will keep you warm and dry.

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