I am going on a hiking trip with my school. And Im really pumped. But I need some help on what to bring.?

I am going on a hiking trip with my highschool next week and i need some help on what to bring for my trip. My family never goes camping/ hiking. My dad doesnt like it, neither does my mom, and my brother couldnt care for it. But I like to be outdoors, and take risks. [...]

what should i expect at marine corp mct?

just got out of boot camp and headed to mct in 3 days (east coast). about what kind of things should i expect day to day and what are the worst parts of the 29 days. how much hiking and running is envolved and how much gear do we carry while doing it? any [...]

Are there any websites with really good deals on outdoor gear?

I like to go camping and hiking, but I usually just borrow old gear from my gear-obsessed friends. However, I think it is really about time I get my own sleeping bag. However, I really can’t justify spending 400-500 dollars on one from an outdoor store. I know for computer/tech stuff, there are a lot [...]

Hiking Desert

2008.11.01
花朗古道
Duration : 7 min 56 sec

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Financial Aid - Delaware Valley College

Joan Hock of Delaware Valley College explains the different kinds of financial aid available and how to apply for them.
Duration : 2 min 29 sec

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Camping Family Tents

http://www.goodnightcampingequipment.com Watch and learn as my family sets up the family camping tent.
Duration : 1 min 48 sec

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Backpacking Australia - Episode 8

Rachel and Miki are checking into the backpacker hostel where they bought their car. The car cost them all their savings, so now they can’t afford to drive any more. Their hope is to find some work picking fruit for the local farmers, so they can save up and get back on the road again. [...]

Where can I get rather small backpacks?

I’m getting lockers next year, and they are REALLY small. And they expect us to shove our backpacks in there. Where can I find some pretty small backpacks that will still fit my books and such?
if you are talking about lockers that are really tall and like 5 inches wide almost any book bag fits [...]

How do I get corporate sponsorship?

Me and a friend are planning on thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail next year (2,100+ miles). We’re poor! We need all the gear necessary (tent, backpacks, boots, stove, etc), funds for planes to the trail and back home…. How on earth can we get sponsorship for such an adventure? Is it possible to get all the [...]

What’s the best stove (on a budget!) for a solo backpacker to carry for a 5-day trek in the wilderness?

I’ve been looking at many different types and brands, and am just looking for opinions from those with more backpacking experience. I’ve always enjoyed hiking and camping, but am just getting into more serious backpacking in wilderness areas and need to start outfitting myself with the appropriate gear.
Last summer I bought a Minibull Sith [...]