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Between sandy beaches, diverse eateries, and a hip art scene, San Diego is a mecca for laid-back surfers and highbrow culture buffs alike. But if you want to visit America’s Finest City on a budget, you’ll have to get creative—and house sitting in San Diego could be your ticket. This guide covers everything you’ll need … Read more
Drawing millions of spectators, featuring heart-pounding competitions, and centering on incredible athleticism, one sporting feat wows audiences worldwide. That’s right — we’re talking about FKTs. Those three letters stand for Fastest Known Time, the shortest time taken to finish a hike or race. FKTs break down further into unsupported, self-supported, and supported records. If you’re … Read more
A dream job that allows you to travel the world? Check. Feels like a vacation? Check. And offers quality time with animals, insights into local culture, and free access to cushy accommodations? Check, check, and check. Thanks to house sitting websites like TrustedHousesitters and Rover, pet sitting allows you to stay around the world for … Read more
Even the most outdoorsy among us enjoy a good movie night. But with millions of different titles available, deciding what to watch often feels impossible. Luckily, the best hiking movies and documentaries allow us to experience an adventure from the comfort of our couches. These films cover every genre, from awe-inspiring to feel-good, cautionary tale … Read more
When you’re backpacking or thru-hiking, a few days of sweat, insect bites, dirt, and sunscreen all add up to one thing: hiker stink. Believe it or not, that stench is actually a badge of honor among the trail crowd — but there are many different ways to manage it. Though staying clean in the wilderness … Read more
Imagine carving through deep powder for hours before pausing to enjoy fresh, hot ramen and a cold beer for less than $10 USD. You click back in to enjoy even more powder lines after lunch, and at the end of the day, you beeline to a nearby hot spring for a long, relaxing soak. No, … Read more
Maybe adventure and exploration movies are your thing. Perhaps you live near a long trail and have spent years daydreaming about hiking it. Or you’ve quit your day job and want to savor your new freedom. Whatever your reason, you’re fired up and ready to plan a thru-hike. There’s just one problem — you have … Read more
Zpacks’ ultralight tents have long reigned supreme in the backpacking shelter world. But rather than resting on their laurels, the good folks at Zpacks have continued to raise the bar with their recently released Offset Duo and, now, the three-person Offset Trio, which I was recently able to test out and review. The Duo already … Read more
Featuring sunset views, dense forests, and ocean breezes, the best hiking in and near Los Angeles will challenge everything you think you know about the city. Let’s face it — the Walk of Fame is far from the best walk L.A. has to offer. When I moved to the Los Angeles area nearly 10 years … Read more
Whenever I talk about backpacking or thru-hiking, I tend to get a lot of skeptical questions from curious friends and family. But as a 5-foot-tall woman, I frequently hear well-meaning people ask: Aren’t you scared out there? Personally, I find walking in big cities to be much scarier than walking in the woods. Don’t let … Read more