So, you’re in the woods right? You’re on a multi-day backpacking trip, it’s the middle of the summer, and you just took your last sip of water. Problem. Although some hardcore survivalists argue that it’s possible to drink unfiltered water … Continue reading
Have you ever pulled into a campground after dark? Maybe you couldn’t see what was around until the new day dawned, or maybe it was just so foggy there was no visibility when you got there. Well, I’ve had it … Continue reading
Every day of the week we feature an excellent user-submitted camping or hiking photo as our Photo of the Day. Just in case you missed one or two from the past week, here are the seven most recent PODs that we’ve … Continue reading
If you’re interested in camping, Yellowstone is the place to go. We have 12 campgrounds and well over 2,000 campsites, and that’s not even mentioning the backcountry sites. Watch the video here:
Looking for possible weekend backpacking destinations, my friend Adelle and I decided to check out the Kannah Creek Trail just outside of Grand Junction, Colorado, off of Highway 50. Our mission was three-fold: To find a creek and review the … Continue reading
The state of South Dakota has never been on my list of exciting places to visit. After spending the past few days there in the mountains they call the Black Hills, I realize it should have been. There aren’t many … Continue reading
Watch this video to learn more about Bird Woman Falls in Glacier National Park:
Every day of the week we feature an excellent user-submitted camping or hiking photo as our Photo of the Day. Just in case you missed one or two from the past week, here are the seven most recent PODs that we’ve … Continue reading
In late spring, temperatures have only just risen into the 60s and the warmth and rain has brought out a bouquet on forest floors around the Great Lakes. It’s a great time for a hike at the Pyramid Point Trail … Continue reading
Starting yesterday, REI began limiting returns to 1 year from the date of purchase which is a significant departure from its previous unlimited, little-to-no-questions-asked returns policy. According to the company, its own employees were a big part of the problem, … Continue reading
Most of us are familiar with at least a few of this country’s National Parks. The state of Michigan, however, doesn’t contain any of them. Instead, they have two National Lakeshores. After all, Michigan is famous for being surrounded by … Continue reading
Congratulations to our May contribution contest winners, Sarah Hikes and hoss! Tripleblaze awards points for outdoor information (3 points), reviews (2 points), photos (1 point), and videos (1 point) and each month the two members who earn the most points … Continue reading
Spring in Grand Junction is a great time for hiking and early season backpacking trips. As we headed out for a hike today on the Kannah Creek trail, Adelle and I took along the Sawyer Squeeze Water Filtration System to … Continue reading
Avalanche Creek is one of the most popular spots in Glacier National Park, with camping, picnicking, and hiking trails. Watch the video to learn more:
Every day of the week we feature an excellent user-submitted camping or hiking photo as our Photo of the Day. Just in case you missed one or two from the past week, here are the seven most recent PODs that we’ve … Continue reading
If you are looking for a remote getaway in the southeast Cumberland Island is the place to go. Cumberland Island National Seashore is Georgia’s largest barrier island located the most southeastern reaches of Georgia. With the St. Mary’s River and … Continue reading
In this short film, explore the journey water takes to form Dawn Mist Falls. Starting from Ahern Pass, water cascades down to the head of Helen Lake, out the foot of the lake, and into the Belly River. The river … Continue reading
Every day of the week we feature an excellent user-submitted camping or hiking photo as our Photo of the Day. Just in case you missed one or two from the past week, here are the seven most recent PODs that we’ve … Continue reading
If you’re looking for a challenging hike with beautiful views of Lake Michigan, South Manitou Island, and North Manitou Island, then Sleeping Bear Point Trail in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is for you. This trail was chosen the #1 Hike-to-View … Continue reading
So you want to be the next Ansel Adams? Well, me too. I’m certainly not going to guarantee that these tips will get you to an Adams status, but I bet you will see some improvement after using them. Photography, … Continue reading
