Backpacking can seem intimidating to newcomers, but it doesn’t need to be: Here are the best backpacking trails across the country to get started on. For some, it’s hard to imagine an easy intro to ...

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If you’re looking to merge invigorating fresh air and non-boring cardio, you might want to hit the trails. And if you’re not exactly outdoorsy, a guide to hiking for beginners can be just what you ...

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Wearing the wrong shoes is an express ticket to ruining your first backpacking trip. Don't misunderstand: You don't need to spring for custom-made, $800 boots to have fun on the trail. But if the ...

Backpacking is a great way to escape the 9-to-5 grind, explore new places and stay in shape. But for those without much experience, planning your trip and ensuring you have the proper gear can be ...

I’d been backpacking a few times before I even started to understand what I was doing, and what I was doing wrong. The lessons were tough ― not drinking enough water on a hot day and crumbling under ...

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