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Top 7 Benefits of Hiking Once a Week

By Nate Alger

This probably won’t come as much of a surprise, but hiking just once a week can have numerous health benefits! It’s truly one of the best exercises you can do so you would be foolish to not try and implement it into your weekly routine at least one day a week.  Studies have found a vast array […]

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Ultra-Lightweight Backpacking Gear | The 7 Essentials

By Nate Alger

Ready to go on your next backpacking adventure but don’t have the right gear?  We put together the 7 essentials for lightweight, simple backpacking with all the equipment you could possibly need. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just trying to break into the trekking scene, maintaining or building your collection of equipment can be a daunting […]

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Best Hiking Backpacks in 2019 | In-Depth Review Guide

By Nate Alger

Hiking is awesome. The meeting of humankind and nature on a brisk hike can inspire and invigorate and comes with an abundance of health benefits. I hike because I love to be in nature and experience the beauty around me. The polluted city air pales in comparison to the brisk fresh air of a nearby state […]

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Best Waterproof Backpacks in 2019

By Nate Alger

Last Updated: October 23rd, 2019 There is a lot resting on a good waterproof backpack. How well the bag is designed impacts your comfort, but also your safety too. When going on a long hike or just a short day trip, we are often at the mercy of the elements. If important gear, clothes, or worse work documents […]

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Best Ultra-Lightweight Hiking Backpacks in 2019

By Nate Alger

Hiking can be a serious business. Not only do you have to pack all-weather clothes and provisions, you also feel the weight more as you begin to tire.  So why add extra pounds with any old backpack? In this detailed article, we want to provide you some great recommendations for lightweight comfortable backpacks that won’t slow […]

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Best Day Hiking Backpacks in 2019 | Top 5 Daypack Reviews

By Nate Alger

Last Updated: September 19th, 2019 It’s never been more important to step away from our electronics and dive into nature. With the onset of smart devices and the demand for round-the-clock online contact, it can be hard to find significant time away from the internet. Personal health retreats and mindfulness seminars are becoming more and more […]

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The 10 Best Day Hikes in the United States

By Nate Alger

The U.S. is loaded with amazing hiking trails. Thanks in large part to our extensive National Park system, there are still plenty of places out there where you can surround yourself with the beauty and majesty of nature– and challenge your stamina and courage. From daunting rock climbs to more relaxing forest treks, these day hikes […]