The Evolution Basin in the Sierra Nevada Mountains
The Evolution Basin is easily the most beautiful place I have ever had the fortune to visit.
Essential Reading: Ultimate Hiker’s Gear Guide 2nd Edition
Check out The Ultimate Hiker’s Gear Guide, Second Edition: Tools and Techniques to Hit the Trail, the newest edition of Andrew Skurka’s essential guide, one of the best resources for long distance hikers.
Applying for a John Muir Trail Permit May Have Gotten Easier
It may be easier to apply for a John Muir Trail permit, but getting one may be more challenging, thanks to a revision in this years reservation process.
5 Backpacking Recipes Anyone Can Make
Just because you’re miles from anything resembling civilization doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a civilized meal. These 5 backpacking recipes will keep even the hungriest of hungry hikers satisfied—at least until breakfast.
‘Firewatch,’ The Game About Fire Lookout Towers
I’ve long been fascinated by Fire Lookout Towers, so when I learned about Campo Santo’s ‘Firewatch’ video game, I knew I’d definitely be playing.
How to Get a John Muir Trail Permit
If you want to hike the John Muir Trail, you’re going to a wilderness permit from Yosemite National Park. But how do you get one?
New Rules for John Muir Trail Permits
To help non-JMT hikers enjoy some of the other tails within Yosemite National Park, the National Park Service has issued a new interim exit quota system, which took effect February 2, 2015.
The Ultimate John Muir Trail Preparation Guide
If you’ve always wanted to hike the JMT, do yourself a favor and bookmark this great John Muir Trail Preparation Guide from Trail to Summit.
Travelogue: Easter Island
Ever since I first saw “The Easter Island Massacre” (one of the episodes of In Search Of) in 1977, I’ve been fascinated by Easter Island. And earlier this year, I finally had the chance to visit.