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Backpacking has always been a part of my life and has contributed to the person I am today – independent, self-confident, self-sufficient, etc.

In the age of social media and over communication, I enjoy sharing the knowledge I have gained, but at my core, I’m still an introvert, most comfortable drawing my energy from the wilderness around me.

After 35 years, and over 20,000 miles of backpacking and hiking, I hope this site (always a work in progress) can offer some tips and insights about the hobby I love.

Backpacking has always been a part of my life and has contributed to the person I am today – independent, self-confident, self-sufficient, etc.

In the age of social media and over communication, I enjoy sharing the knowledge I have gained, but at my core, I’m still an introvert, most comfortable drawing my energy from the wilderness around me.

After 35 years, and over 20,000 miles of backpacking and hiking, I hope this site (always a work in progress) can offer some tips and insights about the hobby I love.

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Average Hiker: Sawyer Water Filter Review

Sawyer Water Filter Review

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Tips & Guides

Average Hiker: New England Trail Gear List – More Gear Tests!

An updated gear list for the New England trail

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Average Hiker: Colorado Trail Gear List – Big 3 Changes! | Average Hiker

An updated gear list for the Colorado Trail

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September 16, 2021

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Reviews

Average Hiker: Sawyer Water Filter Review

Sawyer Water Filter Review

Tips & Guides

Average Hiker: New England Trail Gear List – More Gear Tests!

An updated gear list for the New England trail

Tips & Guides

Average Hiker: Colorado Trail Gear List – Big 3 Changes! | Average Hiker

An updated gear list for the Colorado Trail

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