Here's everything on outdoor experts' checklists for hitting the trails. It’s important to arrive in the great outdoors prepared — both for safety reasons and to have a more enjoyable ...

Now, you may be wondering ‘Is there a right way to pack my hiking backpack?’. Technically speaking, no, you can pack your rucksack however you want—even if that means shoving everything in ...

Backpacking checklist Sleeping gear Backpacks ... and sleeping bag Sleeping gear will be the biggest addition to your hiking pack. You need a place to sleep and a way to stay warm.

Niver went backpacking through Southeast Asia for 11 months. She spoke to INSIDER about how she packs. Ask yourself 'Will I want this in three months?' When Niver was packing up her apartment ...

Backpacking is a great way to step into the ... Stick to essentials and keep your pack under 20% of your body weight. Borrow or rent big-ticket gear like tents and sleeping bags instead of ...