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7 Breathtaking Patagonia Hiking and Backpacking Trips to Put on Your Trekking Bucket List! | Visiting Patagonia is a DREAM trip for most avid outdoor adventurers, and one of the best ways to experience this beautiful area is to go hiking and backpacking on one of it’s epic hiking trails. This list of 7 Patagonia hikes will give you some of the best hikes Patagonia has to offer. An outdoor experience you’re likely never to forget! | shedreamsofalpine.com

Your Ultimate Guide to Climbing Mount Shasta via Avalanche Gulch - California Fourteener - Mount Shasta is the 5th tallest mountain in California and has many trails that lead to it's summit. Most trails to the top of Mount Shasta require technical Mountaineering skills (meaning beginners should go guided), but it is still an awesome peak to add to your bucket list. This particular guide goes over the details of climbing Mt Shasta via the Avalanche Gulch route (one of the easier routes up the Mountain). Check out my full guide to this beautiful area and this California classic peak! | shedreamsofalpine.com

21 Fun Climbing Games to Amp Up Your Rock Climbing Training | Even though a good focused climbing training plan can help take you to the next level in your climbing, sometimes you just have to have a little fun and take a break from strict regimented climbing training. When you get bored with your weekly bouldering routine, or just need a break from your strict training plan, try adding in one of these fun climbing games to get the creative brain flowing again. | shedreamsofalpine.com

9 Easy & Delicious 5-Ingredient (Or Less!) One-Pot Camping Meals | One of the best parts about camping is ending your day at your campsite, cooking a good meal, and spending time with good friends. So we came up with 9 camping recipes featuring fresh ingredients that are easy to prep, quick to make (most are made in 30 minutes or less), take only one pot to make, and come together beautifully. I think you are going to love them! | shedreamsofalpine.com

Hiking 101 - The Essential Hiking Gear List for 2019 (PLUS Hiking Packing List Printable) | Hiking doesn’t need to be overwhelming, but I am also a big fan of making sure I am ready for the worst case scenario. In this post I've created a comprehensive hiking packing list for essential hiking gear. Refer to this list each time you hike and you will be prepared for almost anything! Post includes free gear list printable for easy reference. | shedreamsofalpine.com

How to Clean a Camelbak - 3 Quick & Easy Methods! | Cleaning your Camelbak (or cleaning any hydration bladder) is really very simple. In this quick tutorial I’m going to show you 3 super simple methods for keeping your hydration pack clean and mold free! | shedreamsofalpine.com

How to Wash a Down Jacket Properly So That You Don't Ruin It! | Washing your prized and beloved down jacket doesn’t need to be a scary task and doesn’t take a lot of special supplies or equipment. Just be sure to follow these simple steps to make sure your jacket is restored to its natural fluffiness once it has been washed and dried! | shedreamsofalpine.com

Adventure Backpacking Interviews: From Overpacked Backpacker to Ultralight Peak-Bagging Machine - Daniel | Interview with one of my good friends Daniel and his journey from being a newer, overpacked backpacker to an all out peak-bagging machine in less than one year. I hope you enjoy this video as much as I did! | shedreamsofalpine.com

Adventure Backpacking Interviews: From Backpacking Novice to Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro - Ashima | Interview with one of my best friends discussing how she transformed her life through backpacking and outdoor adventure. The message here is STRONG my friend, I hope you find it inspires you to push yourself and become whomever you truly dream of becoming. | shedreamsofalpine.com

15 Adventure-Worthy Backpacking Trips for Beginners | You may have heard me say this before, but it’s worth repeating: I believe that outdoor backpacking is the gateway into epic outdoor adventure. That’s why I’m really excited to share these 15 adventure-worthy backpacking trips for beginners with you. In this list you’ll find an assortment of backpacking trails including some easier international thru-hiking trails and easy 2 day backpacking trips that aren’t too far off from civilization. A bit of adventure for every comfort level!| shedreamsofalpine.com