Books to Take Backpacking

Hiking is all about your senses. The views for miles. The feel of the mountain breeze. The smell of pine trees. The taste of the cold (filtered!) alpine lake. The sound of birds echoing through the forest. But once you take off your pack and settle...

Read More

Friday Foods – Peanut Butter Cup Hot Chocolate

Even though it's the middle of summer, cool nights or mornings by the campfire still call for a warm drink. You would almost swear that there is a peanut butter cup in this hot chocolate from A Fork in the Trail. Peanut Butter Cup Hot Chocolate Makes four servings 2/3 cup...

Read More

Friday Foods – Tuna Teriyaki Wrap

This light but filling meal from A Fork in the Trail  is the perfect mid-hike lunch. Fresh baby carrots add some crunch and sweetness to this wrap. Tuna Teriyaki Wrap Makes two servings 4 10-inch tortillas 1 tablespoon liquid teriyaki sauce 2 3-ounce tuna foil pouches 1⁄4 teaspoon dehydrated onion 1 tablespoon dried mushrooms, finely chopped Crushed red chilies...

Read More

Friday Foods – French Toast

Just because you don't have a kitchen doesn't mean that you can't whip up a five-star breakfast. This French Toast recipe from A Fork in the Trail  is simple to make and will be sure to get everyone's day started on the right foot!  French Toast Makes two servings 4 slices bread 2 servings...

Read More

5 Reasons to Keep a Hiking Journal

When you're on a thru-hike, the days can easily blend together. This is where a hiking journal can come in handy!  Pack a notebook to document every detail of the journey—it'll be worth its weight in gold one day. If you're on the fence about lugging around a few extra ounces...

Read More