My dog and I have been hiking together since he was a puppy. I went backpacking with my dog for the first time when he was about 1 year old and we have gone on dozens of trips since. My dog, Summit, is a 5 year old, 50lbs golden doodle (although he really just looks …
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If you plan to spend any time out in nature, it’s crucial to know the 7 Leave No Trace Principles (LNT). When we go for a hike or go out camping we need to remember that we are not only spectators, but participants in a delicate ecological balance. With the increasing popularity of outdoor activities, …
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When you go on an over night or multi-night backpacking trip, you may be wondering where to get clean water to drink on your trip. Depending on where you’re backpacking, you may need to carry all of or a lot of your water in. Or there may be water sources and you can treat the …
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If you have plans to backpack with your little one, something you might be wondering is what to do with the inevitable dirty diapers when backpacking with your baby or toddler. I have done many backpacking trips with my babies and toddler when in diapers and have found a few ways to make carrying the …
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I have always loved backing. And now that I bring my baby/toddler along, I really have to be careful not to overpack since I have a 20+lb kid to carry too. Here are some easy cut weight when backpacking that won’t cost you anything! Don’t Bring a Change of Clothes While it’s not the most …
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I recently brought my 15 month old on a backpacking trip to Buckskin Gulch and Paria Canyon. We hiked 30 miles and spent 2 nights in the canyon. I’m going to share how to sleep with a toddler when backpacking and our exact sleeping arrangements with my husband, toddler, and me. I have a whole …
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I recently got back from a three day backpacking trip down in Southern Utah. We backpacked in Buckskin Gulch, hiking through the Paria River, in and out of shade, and temperatures ranging from 29°F-50°F. I wanted to pack as light as possible because I had to carry my toddler, who is about 20 pounds, so …
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Backpacking Paria Canyon and Buckskin Gulch is a remote experience and completely unforgettable. Paria Canyon is on the Utah/Arizona border. Buckskin Gulch is the longest canyon in the world. There are many different hiking options and trailheads you can take. We decided to start at Wire Pass Trailhead and ended at White House Trailhead. We …
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Sleeping pads may seem like a pretty simple piece of gear. But there’s actually a lot to consider when it comes to being able to choose the best sleeping pad for you. Having a good one can majorly increase your quality of sleep on the trail. And better sleep means a better overall experience. There’s …
Have you ever done a quick google search for “good sleeping bags” and were bombarded with a million options? Or gone into your local outdoor retailer and seen a wall of sleeping bags? Yeah, it can be a little overwhelming so I’m going to break down the basics so you can choose the best sleeping …
