South Warner Wilderness: North Emerson Lake
If you’re in search of wilderness solitude – look no farther than South Warner Wilderness. Note, you have to pay for the solitude by driving about as far north-east as […]
Tag Archives: backpacking
Adventure Essentials
When headed out for an adventure does your pack include these items that are essential to survival should you get more than you bargained for? In no particular order: Headlamp – […]
Crown Lake Backpacking
Is it backpacking season yet? In anticipation I’m taking a look back at pre-Trails’ Guide trips. This backpacking trip to Crown Lake holds a special place in my heart for […]
Don’t plan your next adventure – let the kids do it
Want to get youth excited about an outdoor adventure? Get them involved in choosing the destination! Last week I visited with a scout group regarding backpacking and Leave No Trace. […]
20 Lakes Basin
20 Lakes Basin has been on my to do list since last year; after we got a day-hike preview a couple weekends ago I can’t wait to go back! For […]
2013 Epic Road Trip: Lamoille Canyon
The original plan to end our epic road trip was to hike the Ruby Crest Trail, but Moab was too hard to leave. In the end, our backpacking trip turned […]
Seven Days On The Trail With A Dog
All year I looked forward to Aspen joining us on the dog-friendly stretch of the John Muir Trail, but as the trip date loomed nearer I started second-guessing my decision […]
John Muir Trail Part Two: Devil’s Postpile to Muir Ranch
In keeping with the tradition of part one of our John Muir Journey, we didn’t spend one night where we’d planned. However, I think that was for the best – […]
Lady Products in the Backcountry
Warning: This post may cause men to squirm or blush. Back in 2006 I worked at a ranger station that issued wilderness permits. A young couple came in one day to […]
John Muir Trail Part One: Devil’s Postpile to Yosemite Valley
It all started with an impulsive text, “Do you want to save up vacation time and hike the JMT?” A speedy reply from Squirrel, “I’m in!” Unfortunately, neither of us […]
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