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Exploring the great outdoors doesn't have to be hard or require a lot of gear! Whether you want to kick it in a teepee or paddle from campsite to campsite, there are plenty of camping types to help you get outdoors and see new parts of nature.Let’s explore some of the different types of camping choices out there and hope you get inspired to try something new!1. Tent Camping Tent camping is the qu …

When thinking of a hiking trail, many people first imagine a rocky path going up the side of a mountain that takes all day to get to. Thankfully, we're here to let you know that not every hiking trail is a struggle up to the summit. In fact, the options are almost limitless for the type of hike you could do. All you need to do is figure out what the trail description means and then you’ll be on …

Backpacking Made Easy! First Steps To Overnighting In The Wilderness.If you’re an experienced or even casual hiker, you might have thought once or twice about strapping a backpack on and staying in the wilderness overnight. Backpacking is an excellent mix of hiking and camping all in one. It allows the participant to be totally self-sufficient in the great unknown and explore areas that the avera …

The essential items to bring on a day hike can really vary depending on the destination, how long you expect to hike, the time of year and what the weather forecast says.For shorter hikes, you can be a bit more flexible than the typical 10 systems suggested for backpacking and remote backcountry travel. Ultimately, it is up to you to be prepared for the wilderness. Short, Local Day Hikes:Here is …