Gregg Hein, who spent six days waiting to be rescued, cited four things he would do differently. They are backpacking tips as crucial as water and food. Backpacking tips include going with somebody, ...

Packing is hard, especially if you are an over-packer, love to pack a lot of shoes, or are a last-minute packer. And almost all the tips to deal with these issues are pretty standard. Sure, they are ...

Hikers are an ingenuitive bunch. Every backpacker can remember that moment when they learned a new way to use a piece of gear that makes life easier on the trail. Whether it’s finding a lighter that ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whether you’re going on a short trip and only need a few items, or are traveling for over a week but are committed to using only a ...