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Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips
Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to … [Read More...]
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Exploring Lake McDonald Lodge
Lake McDonald Lodge near the west entrance of Glacier National Park is a fantastic base camp to spider out from and explore the park's west side. Before … [Read More...]
Numa Ridge Lookout Hiking Guide
About Numa Ridge Lookout Trail Trail Highlights – Spectacular view of Bowman Lake, plentiful wildflowers and wildlife. Roundtrip Length – 12 miles Elevation Gain – 2,930 feet Peak Elevation – 6,960 feet Parking Lot – Yes Difficulty – Strenuous Region – Bowman Lake Availability of Water – No Hiking to Numa Ridge Lookout Begin your […]
Upper Two Medicine Lake Hiking Guide
About Upper Two Medicine Lake Trail Trail Highlights — Gorgeous mountain vistas, lakes, a meadow, and a view of the Continental Divide Roundtrip Length — 10 miles Elevation Gain — 350 feet Peak Elevation — 5,505 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Easy Region — Two Medicine Availability of Water — Excellent Two […]
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Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips
Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to coffee to meals, having nourishment that tastes good can be just as important as the nutritional value that it provides. Nobody likes hot water, cold coffee, […]
The Best 4-Person Tents of 2015
Best 4-Person Tents of 2015 While we’ve already covered the best 2-person tents of 2015, we recognize that many of our readers like to camping with a larger crowd. Whether you’re planning on camping with your family or just a couple of buddies, there are many situations in which a 4-person tent is more suitable […]
Monster Fire Forces Evacuations in Glacier National Park
Reynolds Creek Fire Erupts in Glacier National Park Last month, we wrote about a fire that was threatening Glacier National Park. That fire, the Glacier Rim Fire, covered only about 100 acres before being extinguished in a timely manner, and no damage was done to the park itself. The park is not so lucky this time […]
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A Sneak Peek at Upcoming Outdoor Gear in 2015
Upcoming Outdoor Gear for 2015 The Outdoor Retailer Trade Show, a biannual event that takes place in Salt Lake City, Utah, got underway this week, showcasing many of the exciting new outdoors products we can look forward to in 2015 and beyond. Thousands of companies gathered in Salt Lake City over the past few days to debut their […]
Glacier National Park Receives 21 Historic Paintings
Glacier National Park recently acquired 21 historic, original paintings thanks to a donation from Glacier Park, Inc. The paintings, which are all believed to have been created between 1909-1915, have been on display at Lake McDonald Lodge, Many Glacier Hotel, Rising Sun Motor Inn and the Two Medicine Campstore in the park. The paintings were originally commissioned […]
Buying Advice on Choosing the Perfect Sleeping Pad
I’ve backpacked across 3 continenents & in all 4 seasons & trust me: Buying the best sleeping pad for your needs is one of the 5 most important gear choices. Need some help picking out your very first sleeping pad, or maybe a refresher before getting a new one? Here’s what to look for, where […]
Latest Visitor Contributions
Kootenay National Park: Wrong Place, Wrong Time
This is a story shared by one of our readers who did not leave his/her name. Thank you for your contribution! On Monday, September 16th 2013, we pulled into the parking lot by the kindersley/sinclair loop trail head. A couple from Montreal asked if they could hike with my buddy and I. We agreed, introduced […]
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 […]
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
