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  • April Fuels Day

    April Fuels Day

    “How much fuel do I need for my new backpacking stove?” was a common question at…

  • Before and After

    Before and After

    What you do before and after your trip makes all the difference.

  • Trout Pond and Wolf Gap

    Trout Pond and Wolf Gap

    Backpacking with big views, wildflowers, and mountain springs.

  • A Lighting Epiphany: Rechargeable Lights

    A Lighting Epiphany: Rechargeable Lights

    Rechargeable lights are the best option for camping and backpacking.

  • Village-to-Village hiking in Europe

    Village-to-Village hiking in Europe

    Walking is the original “slow travel,” and village-to-village hiking is my favorite vacation.

  • Sweet Run State Park

    Sweet Run State Park

    Virginia’s new state park offers 11 miles of scenic hiking trails and surprising fishing opportunities.

  • Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area

    Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area

    Camping, fishing, hiking, and backpacking are all here for you!

  • A One-Week Thru Hike at Massanutten Mountain

    A One-Week Thru Hike at Massanutten Mountain

    A one-week loop thru-hike right here in Virginia,

  • Catoctin Mountain Park

    Catoctin Mountain Park

    Anyone can camp near Camp David.

  • Great Falls: Northern Virginia’s Local National Park

    Great Falls: Northern Virginia’s Local National Park

    Plenty of postcard-worthy scenery right in Northern Virginia.

  • Grocery Go-Tos

    Grocery Go-Tos

    Use grocery store staples to save money and space when backpacking.

  • Riverbend Park

    Riverbend Park

    Riverbend Park is famous for bluebells and has a lot more to offer!

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