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What to pack for a multiday hike
A beginner-friendly rundown of everything you need for a multiday hiking trip, and just as importantly, what you can leave at home.
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First Wild Camp and the Long Walk Out
A simple two-day overnight turned into Jon's first wild camp, with a short walk in, a much longer walk out, and pizza waiting at the end. Across both days, the route came to 28.09 km with 1693.0 m of ascent.
Read this adventures piece →Thru Hikes
Sierra High Route California
A high-Sierra traverse linking long off-trail alpine sections, major pass chains, and extended talus travel across California's core granite range.
Read this thru hikes piece →Wild Camping
How to research wild camping rules (practical guide)
Wild camping legality depends on five key factors. This guide explains the framework for researching overnight rules in any country, including terminology differences and what to check before you go.
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