Field Guides ◆ Plan with us
Trip routes, gear lists, insider knowledge.
Notes from the trail. Routes we've actually walked, kits that have actually been packed, and the trips worth driving for.
Latest field guide ◆ May 2026
How to choose a headlamp
Your headlamp is the camping tool you'll use more than any other after dark. The right one runs all night, doesn't blind your tent partner, has the light you need on a trail, and doesn't die in col...
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Notes from the trail.
How to choose a backpack (and how to fit one)
How to choose a sleeping bag
How to choose a tent (without overpaying)
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