Read more about my approach to cooking on backpacking trips, including meal prep, nutrition, gear, and post-hike impressions. Freezer bag cooking is a method where freeze-dried or dehydrated meals are reconstituted in a zip-top freezer bag. This is the DIY … Continued
Hickey Fork Trail is in Pisgah National Forest, about 10 miles northeast of Hot Springs, North Carolina. It’s easily accessible by car, but you might have trouble using your GPS in the area. Make sure you screenshot the step-by-step directions … Continued
People argue about all aspects of ultralight hiking. One thing is inarguable—the lighter your kit, the more enjoyable your hike will be. No one ever complained about carrying too little weight. That said, there is a nexus of product characteristics … Continued