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Top 15 Backpacking Water Filters and Purifiers of 2018

By Samantha Panzera | Feb 18, 2018 |

Top 15 Backpacking Water Filters and Purifiers of 2018 At some point, when backpacking, you will need to replenish your water supply. When that time to fill up comes, filtering and purifying your water to avoid getting sick is extremely important. No matter how crystal clear and beautiful the water from that mountain river or…

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Top 30 Best Women’s Hiking Boots In 2018

By Samantha Panzera | Feb 3, 2018 |
Top 30 Best Women's Hiking Boots In 2018

Top 30 Best Women’s Hiking Boots In 2018 Hiking boots are the most important part of your hiking gear. Happy feet equals a happy life on the trail. Getting blisters, or the skin rubbed off your ankles is no fun at all. If there was one item I could recommend you spend your money on…

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Franklin Falls Easy Beautiful Winter Hike Near Seattle

By Samantha Panzera | Jan 20, 2018 |
Franklin Falls winter hike

Franklin Falls – Easy, Beautiful Winter Hike Near Seattle Franklin Falls in the winter is absolutely stunning! If you live in Western Washington, this easy winter hike is definitely one to add onto your bucket list. This winter wonderland is truly incredible. I have been hearing about this hike for years but did not get…

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65 Fantastic Gift Ideas for Hikers

By Samantha Panzera | Dec 22, 2017 |

Any hikers you need to find Christmas gifts for this year? A lot of hiking gear is pretty expensive but right here I have rounded up a list of 65 ideas that are completely affordable and the hiker in your life would absolutely love.  Honest Portable Camping cookware Mess kit Folding Cookset for Hiking Backpacking…

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15 Stocking Stuffers for Hikers

By Samantha Panzera | Dec 8, 2017 |
15 Stocking Stuffers for Hikers Any hikers you need to find Christmas gifts for this year? A lot of hiking gear is pretty expensive but right here I have rounded up a list of 15 stocking stuffer ideas that are completely affordable and the hiker in your life would absolutely love.

Any hikers you need to find Christmas gifts for this year? A lot of hiking gear is pretty expensive but right here I have rounded up a list of 15 stocking stuffer ideas that are completely affordable and the hiker in your life would absolutely love.  1. Any hiker or backpacker would love getting a…

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Narada Falls (Paradise Mt. Rainier Hikes)

By Samantha Panzera | Nov 29, 2017 |
Narada Falls (Paradise / Mt. Rainier Hikes) Narada Falls should be a priority stop on your way to see Mount Rainier. This stunning horsetail waterfall is only a 0.1 mile walk downhill to the viewpoint and 0.2 mile total round trip. Just an easy 5-10 minute trek for one incredible view.

Narada Falls
(Paradise / Mt. Rainier Hikes) Narada Falls should be a priority stop on your way to see Mount Rainier. This stunning horsetail waterfall is only a 0.1 mile walk downhill to the viewpoint and 0.2 mile total round trip. Just an easy 5-10 minute trek for one incredible view.

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Myrtle Falls & Edith Creek – Paradise Mt. Rainier

By Samantha Panzera | Nov 10, 2017 |
Myrtle Falls & Edith Creek Mount Rainier National Park

If this is your first time visiting Paradise at Mount Rainier, make sure you don’t miss Myrtle Falls and Edith Creek. This stunning waterfall and mountain creek is just an easy 0.4 mile paved trail from the Paradise Inn parking lot. Even if you have been to Mount Rainier dozens of times, this is a sight you can see over and over again yet still be awed and amazed each and every time.

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Best Hikes in Washington State: Blanca Lake

By Samantha Panzera | Nov 9, 2017 |
Hiking in Washington State: Blanca Lake

Best Hikes in Washington State: Blanca Lake   Blanca Lake is one of those pinch me I must be dreaming this is too beautiful to be real lakes. Seeing that otherworldly teal lake when you crest the summit makes every step and switchback of that tough 3300 feet of elevation gain 100% worth it. With…

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Easy Backpacking Breakfast ideas: Trail Pancakes

By Samantha Panzera | Aug 21, 2017 |
Easy Backpacking Breakfast Ideas: Trail Pancakes Camping Pancakes Backpacking food

Looking for an easy yet delicious breakfast idea for your next upcoming backpacking trip into the great outdoors? Try Trail Pancakes!

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