Wild edibles and medicinal plants can be found along the span of the almost 2,200 mile Appalachian Trail. Foraging was once a necessary skill that came to our ancestors almost as easily as the breath that filled their lungs. Although hunting for food in the forest is...
DARN TOUGH WOOL SOCKS I used to be a big SmartWools fan, but the LIFETIME guarantee on Darn Tough socks is unbeatable. I had a mouse chew a hole in my sock while on trail and they actually honored the guarantee. They have all sorts of size, length and cushion...
The truth is backpacker’s are typically more about quality time than gifts. They often enjoy the simple things in life and aren’t necessarily seen as high maintenance–until it comes to their gear. As a friend or loved one it seems difficult to find...
PLATYPUS GRAVITY FILTER During my Appalachian Trail thru-hike, I started off with the Sawyer Squeeze which is lighter (3.2 oz) and cheaper ($25-$40) than the Platypus Gravity Filter, but the ease of the gravity system was apparent when I saw a trail friend use it. I...
THERM-A-REST NEOAIR XLITE During my Appalachian Trail thru-hike, this sleeping pad saved me. I thought I would be fine with a foam pad and did not heed the warning of other side/stomach sleepers. If you sleep on anything other than your back then you most likely will...
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