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The sound of gravel under the tires of the hiker shuttle faded. I was alone at the Deep Gap trailhead to begin a solo hike on the Appalachian Trail in North Carolina. Instead of silence, I heard the low drone of bees visiting blooms around the trailhead. One signpost indicated the trail leading south and another to the north. The …
Do you have a girlfriend, sister, mother or grandmother who is more adventurous than traditional? If so, you may have already stumbled a few times choosing a gift. If she prefers backpacks to Coach bags, or wet suits to evening gowns, this article will help you get started on your shopping list.
Just how many packs of Ramen Noodles can one person eat in a week? I tried to find out during college, and didn’t want to repeat the experience while backpacking. There are good premade dehydrated meals available, but they get expensive when packing for a long trip.