River & Trail Talk

This is a general overview of water filters and hydration packs to be used outside. Before an outing, it is important to do some research on your specific destination, and also know that international travel may require a different approach.Regardless of your outing type, you need water. It’s a simple fact that can make or break your experience outside. Determining what type of water filtration sy …

This happens every year: The snow melts and our excitement for summer adventures and longer days builds after a long, cold winter.But then we are reminded of a small nuisance that can negatively alter the outdoor experience:Bugs.Mosquitoes. Black flies. No-see-ums. Ticks. And more.Regardless of your tolerance levels, insects and the outdoors go hand in hand. Fortunately, there are ways to redirect …

In 1898, a wood and canvas canoe was built behind a hardware store in Old Town, Maine. That canoe kicked off the legacy that is Old Town Canoe Company, which continues to thrive in the present day. Inspired by the Penobscot, Old Town Canoes became “the world’s oldest, largest and most revered manufacturer of canoes and kayaks.” One of the aspects that attracted us to Old Town Can …

“Born out of a vision to make nature more accessible”, Fjällräven has been creating timeless, quality outdoor gear since 1960.Beginning with an aluminum frame backpack, Åke Nordin founded the company in Sweden and quickly expanded their product line. Each new product was born from an effort to provide practical solutions and improve upon existing outdoor gear. That same quality gear continues to b …

This is written from the perspective of a new mom, with a 1 year old. When I was pregnant, I shared with a friend that I envisioned hiking often with my baby, while he napped. I followed up by saying I was probably naive to be planning for that but he replied with the best advice: “If you want to do it, just do it. Don’t let other people’s lifestyles or plans dictate yours.&rdquo …