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It is so great to get done with a long day of hiking and have wine, cheese and crackers on-hand to enjoy in some beautiful setting. I usually try to be healthy in my day-to-day life and go easy on the cheese, crackers and alchohol but it is such a nice, guilt-free treat to have when backpacking. My HH set up includes the following: Cheese: I go for hard cheeses because they keep the best on the trail and weather heat better than light cheeses. Kerrygold Grass Fed Dubliner is my go-to, but I will branch out and try others too. ...

During COVID, I spent huge amounts of time outside (in my case backpacking) because everything inside was literally shut down. Being outside during that strange time helped me process all of the crazy things going on in the world and helped me stay sane. I enjoyed backpacking specifically because it provided an opportunity to connect to nature and to people during a time when connections felt far away. Here are my top five favorite backpacks from the Oregon/Washington area during that time: 5. Mt Hood National Forest: Timberline Trail  This classic around-the-mountain loop of Mt Hood is around 39 miles with 12,000...

Don't be scared sh*tless in the woods. Our ultralight wash kits have everything first-time backpackers need to go with confidence in the outdoors. Custom Pack-out Pouches Sanitizer Wipes Trowel Leave No Trace Certified The Backpacker Wash Kit makes it easy to handle toilet and hygiene needs on the trail while following “leave no trace” guidance. This custom designed system is ultralight (7 oz for five days worth of supplies), made with sustainable materials and is easy to use. It has everything you need for the bathroom all in one place! This Kit is especially great if you get a period...

These four Leave No Trace basics summarize core practices to minimize collective impact in nature. Here’s what you need to know to keep the outdoors healthy and beautiful when on your adventures: Know Before You Go: Look up the areas you plan to visit online or contact the local visitor center. Knowing things such as road conditions, weather and available facilities is important. Be sure to bring all the basics: food, extra water, and a bag to take trash home with you. Packing extra items such as sunscreen, extra clothing layers, a basic first aid kit, rain gear and a...

I love my time outside and cherish the moments I get to spend in fresh air, surrounded by nature. Some of my favorite outdoor moments include: waking up early to watch the sunrise with a cup of coffee sitting down after a long day on the trail having wine, cheese and snacks with friends in the wilderness sharing my favorite outdoor experiences with my toddler I started creating my own kits to enhance moments like these and spent a lot of time tweaking my set up to optimize for utility and comfort. My friends started noticing my kits and asking for them and this...