Outdoor Herbivore’s YouTube Channel

July 20

This 5 minute video gives you some tips you might not think of when selecting boots or shoes for hiking. Do you find videos like these helpful? What else would…

Motion Sickness – a “handy” remedy

July 13

Motion sickness? These natural remedies may be worth a try if you or your passengers start feeling queasy while traveling

Comparing Backpacking Stoves

July 7

Many ultra-lightweight backpackers carry alcohol stoves, while some won’t bother carrying a stove at all. For the rest of us, here are some considerations to keep in mind if you…

How to Choose the Right Food for Your Backpacking Trip

July 1

You are excited about your upcoming backpacking trip but not the food preparation. You want to plan for the hike instead of preparing backpacking food, which, when done yourself, can…

How to Pick a Good Campsite

June 28

Finding a good campsite comes down to surveying the area for favorable conditions. Here's what to look for - Inaccessible to Vehicles If you want to enjoy a peaceful camping…

Top 4 Useful Knots

June 22

Here are 4 knots you need to know if you participate in outdoor activities such as backpacking, boating, climbing, and caving. Knot tying is a useful skill for various applications,…

Feeling Grimy? Grab Dr. Bronners Soap

June 17

Grubby fingers? Foul breath? Food bits stuck in your teeth? Soiled Dishes? Backpacking without soap can leave you feeling uncomfortable and grimy.  Dr. Bronner's 18-in-1 organic hemp castile soap solves…

13 Surprising Benefits of Backpacking with Olive Oil

June 11

Olive oil is an excellent choice for backpacking. Not only is it healthy and high in calories—containing 120 calories per tablespoon—but it also has numerous non-cooking uses. You can use…

How Much Time until Dark?

June 10

Using the fingers on your hand is one way to estimate how much time you have before sunset. This can be a handy tip when you need to find a…

America – Corn Fed & Bred

June 8

Why is our food quality so bad? Blame the consumer, not the system. The American food system is simply supplying what the American consumer is demanding. If you don’t want it…