Destinations
Patagonia Unleashed: Your Complete Guide to Torres del Paine
Torres del Paine is one of South America's most dramatic wilderness destinations. Here's everything you need to know...
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Trail Guides
Section Hiking the Appalachian Trail: How to Plan Your First Multi-Day Stretch
You don't need to thru-hike all 2,000+ miles to experience the AT. Here's how to plan a rewarding section hike from...
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Gear & Prep
How to Choose a Backpacking Tent: A Practical Buyer's Guide
With hundreds of tents on the market, finding the right one comes down to a few key factors. Here's what actually...
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Wilderness Skills
Navigation Without a Phone: How to Use a Map and Compass in the Wilderness
GPS devices fail. Batteries die. Learn the fundamental map and compass skills every backcountry traveler should know...
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Expedition Stories
Walking the Wild: A Solo Winter Traverse of the Scottish Highlands
What does it take to cross the Scottish Highlands alone in February? An account of planning, hardship, and the strange...
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Trail Guides
Kyrgyzstan and the Tian Shan: Central Asia's Best-Kept Adventure Secret
Kyrgyzstan offers world-class trekking, nomadic culture, and dramatic mountain scenery — with far fewer crowds than...
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