45 of the Best Gifts for Backpackers| The holidays are fast approaching, so I put together a gift guide for those in your life that love backpacking. These gifts are products I love that are perfect for the avid backpacker in your life, or even for yourself. From water filters to GPS App subscriptions, these are all great products that I can personally vouch for. You won't go wrong with any of these gifts, I love them! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More58 of the Best Gifts for Hikers| The holidays are fast approaching and so we put together a gift guide based on products that we love for hiking. These gifts are perfect for the avid hiker in your life, or even for yourself. From down jackets to gear patches, these are all great products that we can personally vouch for. You won't go wrong with any of these hiking gift ideas. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More30 Best Gifts for Camping Couples | Are you stuck trying to find the the perfect gift for a couple who is always going on outdoorsy adventures? Well, I’ve created this list of gifts for camping couples to help you find the perfect present for those duos who always bring the romance outside. These are some of my favorite gifts for camping couples, and I know my husband & I would love to get anything on this list! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More33 Best Gifts for National Parks Lovers | Know someone who loves national parks but don’t know what to get them? This guide to the best national parks gifts will totally help you find the perfect gifts for national park lovers. From candles that smell like national parks to books, clothing, and more, you’ll find the perfect national park gift here. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreHiking in the Desert - What You Need to Know | If the magical desert landscape calls to you, you can find incredible hiking trails to explore the stunning sandy environment. But hiking in the desert requires certain skills and preparedness that are different from hiking through the woods or a meadow. This guide will cover the basics of hiking in the desert, from clothing and gear to safety considerations and comfort. The goal is to help you feel prepared to embark on your own desert hiking adventure! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Isle Royale (in Lake Superior) | Isle Royale National Park is the least visited national park in America, but is the most revisited. Backpacking Isle Royale is an incredible experience, but it is logistically tricky to get to Isle Royale This trail guides breaks down all the details to make it easy to plan your own Isle Royale adventure. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More7 Reasons Why You Should Learn Wilderness First Aid (+ How to Find a WFA or WFR Course) | Being prepared in the backcountry includes learning wilderness first aid. Here are seven reasons why you should take a wilderness medicine course – plus how to find a wilderness first aid or wilderness first responder course. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreAdventure Photography Toolkit - Our Tools for Taking Great Photos Outdoors | We often get asked about what photography and videography gear we use outside, so we created a list of our favorite photography tools for getting the ultimate adventure shot. The post includes our recommendations for cameras, lenses, drones, and outdoor photography accessories. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreThe Outdoor Gear That Totally Makes Us Swoon | You can do all sorts of research on outdoor gear, but you need to test it out to make sure it’s more than just good on paper. That’s why we’re sharing our absolute favorite outdoor gear – the things that we swoon over every time we use them. From jackets to boots to sleeping bags to tents, check out our outdoor soulmates. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More7 Reasons Why Women Make Great Backpacking Leaders on the Trail | When you become a leader in the backcountry, you take control of your future, your safety, and your community. Women make awesome leaders in the backcountry, and feeling confident as a leader is a huge milestone in your backpacking journey. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More15 Reasons I’m Excited to Hike the John Muir Trail | Hiking the JMT has been a long-time dream of mine ever since I went on my very first backpacking trip up Half Dome in Yosemite. Before I officially hit the trail, I wanted to share with you my top reasons for being excited to hike the JMT. These are largely personal reasons, and I hope you enjoy getting to see a little bit more into my world, what drives me, and what I’m passionate about. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreHiking Utah’s Hidden Gem, Kanarra Falls| If you happen to be exploring near Zion National Park, be sure to put this beautiful gem of a hike on your must-do list! At about only an hour away from Zion in Kanarraville, Utah, this is a lovely hike along the Kanarra Creek Trail that leads you into a tall desert slot canyon where you will hike to Kanarra Falls. Not to be missed! We’ve detailed all you need to know in our hiking guide! | shedreamsofalpine.com
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