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How I Get Water While Backpacking - A Complete Guide | Backpacking for Beginners

Everything you need to know about getting water in the backcountry. Learn how to treat water and why we need to do so!

What to Pack for Your First Backpacking Trip | Backpacking for Beginners

A guide for what to pack for your first (or fiftieth!) backpacking trip, complete with ideas for luxury items to make your adventures even m

Ways to Cut Down on Weight and Lighten Your Pack Without Buying Ultralight Gear 💸 | Backpacking for Beginners

Learn how to lighten your backpacking pack without breaking the bank! Save your back and enjoy the outdoors more with these practical tips.

How to Pick Your First Trail | Backpacking for Beginners

A guide to picking the trail for your first backpacking trip. Part of a series on Backpacking for Beginners.

How to Spend 24 Hours in Capitol Reef National Park | Utah Mighty 5 Road Trip

The Mighty 5 National Parks in Utah are an incredible way to experience the array of natural wonders the state has to offer. A road trip...

Best Hikes in Arches National Park | Utah's Mighty 5 Road Trip

The Mighty 5 National Parks in Utah are an incredible way to experience the array of natural wonders the state has to offer. A road trip...

How to Spend One Day in Canyonlands National Park | Utah's Mighty 5 Road Trip

The Mighty 5 National Parks in Utah are an incredible way to experience the array of natural wonders the state has to offer. A road trip...

What It's Like Starting a Running Journey (As Someone Who Always Hated Running)

See what it's like starting a running journey, coming from someone who has always hated running -- but wanted to be a runner.

Everything I Use to Create Videos for My YouTube Channel | Filming Gear, Software, Music, Memory

This list of tools will give you insight into what helps a small YouTube channel run successfully.