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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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Swiftcurrent Pass Hiking Guide
About Swiftcurrent Pass Trail Trail Highlights - Crystalline alpine lakes, lush meadows strewn with wildflowers, gorgeous views of the … [Read More...]
Piegan Pass Hiking Guide
About Piegan Pass Trail Trail Highlights – Spectacular mountain and glacier views, plentiful wildlife, including mountain goats and ptarmigan. Roundtrip Length – 8.8 miles Length to Many Glacier – 13 miles Elevation Gain – 1,890 feet Peak Elevation – 7,600 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty – Strenuous Region – Logan Pass Availability of […]
Avalanche Lake Hiking Guide
About Avalanche Lake Trail Trail Highlights – Pristine alpine lake with spectacular peak views, waterfalls, abundant wildlife Roundtrip Length – 4 miles Elevation Gain – 500 feet Peak Elevation – 3,905 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Easy Region – Lake McDonald Availability of Water — No This is an easy trek, with beautiful […]
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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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Patagonia Rover Lightweight Approach Shoes Review
I just gave the Patagonia Rover Lightweight Approach Shoes a whirl last weekend and I … am in love. But before we delve into the details of my new romance, we should answer a question up front. One that a surprising number of people don’t know the answer to. What is an Approach Shoe? If […]
Glacier National Park’s InstaMeets Grow in Popularity
Glacier National Park’s “InstaMeets” are a Big Hit In this day and age, even the most natural and rural settings have come to embrace the advent of technology, and in particular, social media. Glacier National Park is no different. As the park continues to attract record numbers of visitors this summer – including many younger, […]
Best Kelty Child Carrier Reviews
A Kelty Child Carrier will keep your kid safe and protected. Learn more with Kelty baby backpack and child carrier reviews. If you are a new parent and an avid outdoorsman or woman, a Child Carrier is the perfect way to combine your old love with your newest love. Just because your child is too […]
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
