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Trekking the High Uintas Wilderness: Circumnavigation of the Rock Creek Shelf
Featuring the author's live journals as well as a detailed assessment of trekking gear used on the trip.
Paramo Bora Fleece & Windproof Smock Combo
The Bora Smock is certainly not at the pinnacle of ultralight gear, nevertheless it is a versatile piece of clothing that maintains breathability while offering warmth and excellent waterproofing.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 13
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Cinnamon Monkey Bread
The winner of the BPL summer recipe contest made this tasty treat.
The Greatest Trip That Never Happened
Although the trip was never completed, the lessons learned were irreplaceable and the experience was very memorable.
Where the Mountains Meet the Sea: Trekking the Olympic Range (Photo Essay)
Boy Scouts tackle the Olympic range - from rainforest to snowy divide - in lightweight style.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 12
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Evaluating outdoor gear with open source hardware
As customers of the outdoor industry we want to know which gear works the best. Using open source hardware is a great way to evaluate our gear choices.
Jetboil Joule Review – Part 1, Overview
The Jetboil Joule is a high-volume cooking system that performs very well in ambient conditions; however more testing in cold conditions is needed to asses its overall performance.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 11
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
How One High Sierra Trip Turned Into Permanent Nomadic Travel
Getting outdoors often makes all the difference, and a long expedition can go a long way to transforming your life.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 10
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
The Timberline Trail
Similar to its cousin, the Wonderland Trail which circumnavigates Mt. Rainier, the Timberline Trail traces the shadow of Mt. Hood and makes for a spectacular journey.
Wonderland Trail
As it circumnavigates Mt. Rainier, the Wonderland Trail offers some stunning views and excellent camping spots.
Unseen Africa: Francis Tapon’s Four Year Journey Circumnavigating Africa
Taking an ultralight mindset to Africa requires an adjustment, but the lessons learned and the experiences had in Africa are rarely matched.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 9
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Yosemite Adventures
Yosemite is a wild place and has incredible wilderness opportunities for hikers, climbers, and skiers.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 8
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Pick Up Your Feet
Grandma Gatewood was the first woman to solo-thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. Her journey saved the trail and her legacy continues to shape the ultralight backpacking movement.
Onto The Shelf
Extremely rare conditions led to a once in a lifetime opportunity to explore the stunning ice shelf on Lake Superior.
