Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For backpackers, going ultralight is easier (and less expensive) than you might expect. We stepped back to give tips on reducing ...

Sleeping under a camping tarp is a magical and minimalist experience. Unlike a tent, which cocoons you from the environment behind twin layers of the inner and flysheet, a tarp leaves you gloriously ...

Beach camping is a fantastic way to soak up the sun, enjoy the sound of crashing waves, and make unforgettable memories. Whether heading to the pristine beaches or a cozy spot on the East Coast or ...

Products like lightweight inflatable chairs can help to make your time at camp comfortable and fun. Will you be carrying all of your gear on your back while you hike to your designated backcountry ...

Going ultralight is easy when conditions are perfect. But as the seasons change, things get tougher. Chief among the challenges of shoulder season hiking is staying warm while keeping your pack weight ...

I first encountered the ideas of ultralight backpacking in 1994, in an article in now-defunct (and much-missed) Backpacker magazine. It was titled “Less is More,” by Mark Jenkins. (I still have a PDF ...

Camping should be about embracing the adventure, not battling with your gear. Thecatal’s Wind Anchor takes ultralight camping to the next level, combining innovative design, durability, and unmatched ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Shedding as much weight as possible is a no brainer when heading off into the wilderness for a camping trip, but that could mean leaving ...