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Different Kinds of Avalanche Beacons: Transcievers from Backcountry Access, Ortovox, and Ideas for Trainin

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

How to Choose the Best Pocket Hand Warmers: Reusable, Disposable, Flameless Lighter Fluid, Battery, Gel

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Gear to Bring When Hiking in Avalanche Terrain: Using an Avalanche Beacon, Shovel, Probe Poles, and More

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

How to Pack Light for Backpacking Trips: Backpackers Plan Ahead and Take Only Essentials

By: Feature Writer Sandra Williams

Different Features of Personal Locator Beacons: A Description of PLBs and Three Units

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Personal Locator Beacons and Their Use: What They Are, How to Use Them, and When to Use Them

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Fall Gear Sales with Online Retailers: FInd Discounts from Mountain Gear, Backcountry.com, and REI

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Wilderness First Aid Kits: Backcountry Preparedness for Outdoor Enthusiasts

By: Patricia Poulin

2009 Fall Outdoor Gear Sales: Reduced Prices on Equipment from REI, EMS, and Local Stores

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Outdoor Vacations 101 - Selecting a Camping Tent: A-Frame, Dome or Bivy? Choosing the Right Tent for a Camp Holiday

By: Kalyani Candade

Outdoor Vacations 101: Hiking and Trekking Shoes: Selecting the Right Shoes or Boots for an Outdoor Adventure Vacation

By: Kalyani Candade

Outdoor Vacations 101 - Using an Expedition Pack: Packing an Expedition Backpack for Hiking, Mountain or Camping Trips

By: Kalyani Candade

Outdoor Vacations 101: Backpacking Camp Holidays: Essential Outdoor Gear for On-The-Trail Camping Vacations

By: Kalyani Candade

Keeping Warm in a Backpacking Sleeping Bag: Sleeping with a Lightweight Bag Does Not Always Provide Good Warmth

By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Fall Camping and Backpacking in Michigan: Warm Clothing a Must for Camping, Backpacking and Hiking the Trails

By: Lawrence DiVizio

Insulating Clothing for Hikers and Backpackers: Microfleece, Wool, Fleece, Pile, and Down Keep Hikers Warm

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Wicking Clothing Layers for Backpackers: Clothes that Wick Away Moisture Help Hikers Stay Warm and Dry

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Weatherproof Clothes for Hikers and Backpackers: Wind-Resistant, Water-Proof, Ventilated, Breathable Hiking Outerwear

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

How to Choose a Bed for Camping: Camp Bedding Options

By: Feature Writer Sandra Williams

Using the Apple iPod Touch in the Outdoors: Useful Applications for the iPod Touch when Camping and Hiking

By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

How to Choose the Best Tactical Flashlights: LED, Xenon, Brightness, Lumens, Mounts, Batteries, Rechargeables, AA

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Ultralight Backpacking: Packing Light on the Trail

By: Patricia Poulin

Compact Lightweight Zoom Travel Binoculars: How to Buy Good and Cheap Discount Porro Prism Binoculars

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Making an Excellent Backpacking Packing List: Learn How to Get Started Packing a Backpack for a Trip or Vacation

By: Jonathan Blake

Choosing the Right Backpack or Bag: How to Choose the Best Backpack for a Round the World Adventure Trip

By: Jonathan Blake

Lightweight Water Purification Ideas: Purifying Water Using Chemicals, Ultraviolet Light, and Electricity

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Different Water Purification Techniques: Using Filters, Iodine, and Boiling to Purify Drinking Water

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Staying Hydrated While HIking: Using Water Bottles, Hydration Systems, Purification, and More

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Cooking and Eating Gear for Hikers and Campers: The Right Camping Cookware Helps Backpackers Feast

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Gear and Accessories for Beginning Backpackers: Hiking Gear for Outdoor Cooking, Eating, Comfort, Warmth, Safety

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Gear List for Beginning Backpackers: A Basic List of Equipment Needed to Overnight on a Hiking Trail

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

External Versus Internal Frame Backpacks: How to Choose a Backpack For A Wilderness Trip

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

How to Buy Hiking Boots That Fit: Strategies for Choosing and Fitting Boots for Backpacking

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Preventing and Treating Blisters on a Hike: Avoid Painful Blisters by Hiking Boot Choice and Trip Preparation

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Ultralight Backpacking Games for the Campsite: Entertainment on the Trail

By: V. Wayne Hughes

Spring, 2009 Outdoor Gear Sales: Discounts from REI, EMS, Sierra Tradinig Post, and Cabela's

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Extend Digital Camera Battery Life When Hiking: Photographers Need To Manage Camera Power When On A Hike

By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Backpacking and Camping Tent Designs: Features, Weight, and Design of Tents

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Review of SteriPEN for Quickly Purifying Water: Treating Water with Ultraviolet Light

By: Allen O'Bannon

Using Gaiters With Hiking Boots: Gaiters Are A Useful Addition To Trekking Boots

By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Hammock Tent Camping: Sleep Above the Ground in a Hammock Designed for Hiking and Camping

By: Feature Writer Beverly Hill

How to Select an Axe: Avoid Accidents by Choosing the Right Axe for the Job

By: Feature Writer Thomas Alan Gray

Multi-purpose Backpacking Gear: Multi-function Hiking Gear, Ultralight Backpacking

By: V. Wayne Hughes

Using Tarps and Flies for Backcountry Camping: Alternative Shelters for Hiking and Backpacking

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Cocoon Travel Products Review: Coolmax Travel Blanket and Contour Travel Pillow with Memory Foam

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

How to Buy a Backpacking or Camping Tent: Buying a Tent in the Store, Online, and What to Do Before Camping

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Choosing Thermal Underwear: Are Wool or Synthetic Base Layers Best for Mountain Sports?

By: Feature Writer Lisa Auer

Different Kinds of Backpacking and Camping Tents: Knowing Tent, Sizes, Seasons, and Features When Making a Purchase

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Sleeping Bags for the Appalachian Trail: Choosing the Right Sleeping Gear for an A.T. Thru-Hike

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Hiking Equipment for Trekking in the Pyrenees: Camping Gear, Cooking Gear, and Clothing for a Trans-Pyrenees Hike

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

March, 2009 Deals on Hiking and Backpacking Gear: Discounts from REI, EMS, Sierra Trading Post, and Campmor

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Planning Food for an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike: Long-Distance Hikers Need Nutrition, Calories, Variety

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Packing for an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike: How to Choose Sleeping Bags, Shelter, Stoves, Backpacks, and Boots

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

How to Start the Perfect Campfire: Recycle Household Leftovers to Make Non-Toxic Fire-Starters

By: Pat Maitland

How To Carry Water In A Backpack When Hiking: Different Methods Of Rehydration While Trekking

By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Hiking Gear for Western Mexico: Essential Equipment for Hiking near Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

By: John Pint

Gloves for Backcountry Travelers: Using A System for Keeping the Hands Warm

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Choosing Trekking Poles and Walking Sticks: Choosing the Right Hiking Sticks Helps Hikers Tackle Rough Terrain

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Hiking Boots Versus Trekking Shoes: How to Choose Footwear for a Hiking or Backpacking Trip

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Different Jackets for Staying Warm and Dry: Finding the Right Jacket and How to Buy One

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Best Fixed Blade Knife Guide: Making Sense of Models from Buck, Gerber, SOG, Benchmade etc

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Solar Powered Battery Charger Guide: Best Portable Solar Panels for Hiking and Camping

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Post-Holiday Discounts on Outdoor Gear for 2008: Bargains for Camping, Hiking, Climbing, Hunting, and More

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Digital Compass Watch Guide: Casio and Timex Compared with Analog Compasses

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Guide to Compasses for Hiking and Outdoors: Review of Pocket Magnetic Compass Models for Sports and Survival Use

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Best Leatherman Multitools Compared: Freestyle vs Skeletool vs New Wave vs Charge AL ALX TTi vs Surge

By: Yuen Kit Mun

2008 Markdowns and Discounts on Outdoor Gear: Incentives for Shoppers Looking for Clothing, Equipment, and More

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Inexpensive Outdoor Gifts for $20 and Under: Headlamps, Pocket Knives, Compasses, and Other Ideas

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Best Pocket Victorinox Swiss Army Knife: Which Model for General Use and Every Day Carry

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Buying Inexpensive Outdoor Gear: How to Find Deals on Outdoor Equipment Online and at Stores

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

How to Choose a Backpacking or Hiking Backpack: Buying an Internal Frame Pack for Hiking and Backpacking

By: Feature Writer Ret Talbot

How to Choose a Canyoneering Shoe: Two Shoes That Can Handle the Wet, Steep, Hot, and Dry

By: Feature Writer Ret Talbot

First Aid Kits: For Personal, Medium-Sized, and Expedition Medical Needs

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Backpacking Camp Stoves: Isobutane, White Gas, and Multi-Fuel Stoves

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Labor Day Camping and Backpacking Gear Deals: Finding Outdoor Equipment for Sale Online

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Best Multitool Tool and Knife Guide: Leatherman, Gerber and SOG versus Victorinox Swiss Army Knife

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Best Pocket Folding Knife: Serrations, Locks etc for Utility, Hunting, EDC and Survival Use

By: Yuen Kit Mun

White LED Flashlight Brightness, Lumens, Watts: Super Bright LED Torches for Hiking, Tactical and Emergency Use

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Uses for Old Water Bottles: Ways to Reuse Polycarbonate Water Bottles

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

How and Where to Buy a Backpack: Tips for Making an Informed Hiking or Camping Gear Purchase

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Polycarbonate-Free Water Bottles: Alternatives to Bottles with Bisphane A

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Polycarbonate Water Bottles: New Report Raises Concern of Bisphenol A

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Using Trekking Poles: Poles Can Assist a Hiker in Many Ways During a Trip in the Outdoors

By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Day Hiking Essentials: What to Bring for a Day Hike

By: Michelle Finch

Get the Boot that Fits: How to Shop for Hiking Boots

By: Michelle Finch

Outdoor Gear Bargains: Finding Deals and Returns for Outdoor Equipment After the Holidays

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Last Minute Gifts: Shopping for the Outdoor Enthusiast

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Holiday Outdoor Gift Ideas: Tips for Those With Adventure on Their Shopping List

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Power Potent Piezoelectric Packs: Backpack Strap Friction Produces Electrical Energy

By: Jeff Wetherington

Down vs. Synthetic Insulation: Are Down Feathers or Synthetic Fibers Better for Staying Warm?

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

12 Survival Essentials: Things to Bring When You Travel in the Woods or in the City

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Lightening Your Load On The Trail: Suggestions For Minimizing Backpacking Weight

By: Jeff Wetherington

Pak-Lite Flashlight: Compact Flashlight Shines Bright on One 9-Volt Battery

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Leatherman Charge AL Multi Tool: The Essential Knife for the Trail, Campground and Home

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Trekking Poles: What are They?

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Gear Care - Backpack: How to properly care for your backpack

By: Jeff Wetherington

Gear Care - Hiking Boots: How to properly care for hiking boots

By: Jeff Wetherington

Online Outdoor Gear Sites: Where to shop online for outdoor equipment, clothing and gear.

By: Jeff Wetherington

Gear Care - Camping Tent: How to properly care for your tent

By: Jeff Wetherington

Day Hiking Equipment Checklist: The Essential Items For an Enjoyable Day Trek

By: Jeff Wetherington

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