[updated for 2025] The John Muir Trail (JMT) is located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range of California, spanning 211 miles from Yosemite Valley to Mt Whitney plus 11 more…
Looking for gifts ideas for the outdoor explorer on your list? These are a collection of products that the folks at Outdoor Herbivore recommend for backpacking, cycling, and paddling. Socks…
Several factors can cause the hands to swell when hiking, but the most common causes are gravity and how the body distributes heat during exercise. Gravity plays a significant role…
In our previous post, we mentioned that we were in the midst of a packaging update. If you have ordered from us recently, you've likely received one of the new…
As a proponent of minimalism, our simplistic packaging has always made sense. Its compact size enfolds each meal, leaving no wasted space. Our 7-day backpacking food combo (a total of…
No one ever wants to be sick, especially during a backpacking trip. With a myriad of viruses out there, here are a few tips for keeping your immune system going…
As the temperatures warm up and backpackers begin sorting and reorganizing gear, they often find a few expired meals or trail snacks. Consequently, this is the time of year we…
Most outdoor activities can be done year-round with the proper choice of clothing. Here we'll discuss the best clothing to wear when backpacking or cycling, fabrics that wick away moisture,…
Trekking season is ramping up in Australia, and a common question we get from customers is, "What vegetarian backpacking meals do you suggest for taking to the Australian outback?" To…
No matter where you live, disaster and severe weather can strike, resulting in blackouts and contaminated drinking water. After hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, and floods, hygiene needs are a primary concern.…