A great dessert for backpacking is Astronaut Ice Cream. The freeze-dried treat is ready to open and eat, without the need for ...

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Backpacking isn’t just a way to travel; it’s a crash course in freedom. With nothing but your bag and a good pair of shoes, ...

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At Outdoor Life, we have our hiking kits pretty dialed. Editors, writers, and contributors have tested top of the line gear, budget-friendly basics, and the newest products over thousands of miles. If ...

One of my favorite parts of a backpacking trip is the food: It just hits different after a full day of hiking. As a previous backpacking guide who cooked for up to ten guests at a time, I love making ...

For plenty of outdoorsmen and women, ultralight backpacking conjures up a particularly kooky image. Sawed-off toothbrushes. Dingy plastic water bottles with water filters screwed on top. Backpacks — ...