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prAna Monarch Convertible Hiking Pants
The prAna Monarch women's convertible hiking pants are ideal for hiking through jungles, climbing 14ers, backpacking Europe and even a night on the town. … [Read More...]
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Akokala Lake Hiking Guide
About Akokala Lake Trail Trail Highlights - Pristine views, alpine lake, plentiful wildflowers and wildlife. Roundtrip Length - 11.6 … [Read More...]
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prAna Monarch Convertible Hiking Pants
The prAna Monarch women’s convertible hiking pants are ideal for hiking through jungles, climbing 14ers, backpacking Europe and even a night on the town. Below is an interview with Rachel Piontak who has owned the Monarch’s for over 2 years. She’s backpacked throughout Africa with them and loves how they are stylish enough for a… [Continue Reading]
The Fall, Rise & Management of Wolves in Idaho, Montana and Wyoming
The federal government’s attempts to manage the wolf population in the northwestern United States over the past 20 years has been at best unpredictable and at worst atrocious. And to each segment of our population, the mission’s mere existence meant different things: To scientists, repopulating a community that was both in danger of extinction and crucial to… [Continue Reading]
Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket Review
The Patagonia Nano Puff Pullover Jacket uses its own pocket as a stuff sack, making it great for backpacking and extreme day hikes in the spring and fall. Below are video reviews of people who own the Nano. They are uncut, unfiltered and designed so you can get a fully educated opinion on this piece… [Continue Reading]
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Glacier National Park Hikes – Ptarmigan Lake and Tunnel
While everyone knows that the Garden Wall is Glacier National Park’s best hike, second to that is Ptarmigan Lake and Tunnel. If you have the time and
Best 3 Person Backpacking Tents: Reviews & Ratings
Discover the best 3 person backpacking tents as I review the Big Agnes Jack Rabbit Marmot Limelight & MSR Carbon Reflex three person backpacking tents. With technology advancing as quickly as it is, and companies taking more and more stock in what their customers have to say, you have an amazing selection of 3 man,… [Continue Reading]
Smartwool Socks Review
Throughout my hiking career, I have tried Under Armour, Patagonia, Wigwam, & Smartwool socks — basically, any brand of merino wool socks out there, I have hiked and skied in. The end result? Smartwool makes the world’s softest socks. And I don’t mean for just hiking. I wear my wool socks 365 days a year… [Continue Reading]
Latest Visitor Contributions
Living in Polebridge Montana – 1967-1968
Ever wonder what Polebridge, Montana was like in the late 60s? Steve O’Malley lived and worked there from 1967-68. These are his memories & experiences. It’s quite a lovely story, full of amazing anecdotes. I hope you enjoy! I was born in Long Beach California January 4, 1949. There was a very rare snow storm in Southern… [Continue Reading]
Hiking Hidden Lake Trail in Glacier National Park: Photos & Videos
Hiking Hidden Lake trail in Glacier National Park is an easy afternoon adventure. Read & view user submitted photos & stories from their Hidden Lake hikes
Contest Entries for Glacier National Park Photo Stories
This page contains user submitted photos of Glacier National Park & the stories behind them. I hope you enjoy!
