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At BACKPACKER, we inspire and enable people to enjoy the outdoors by providing the most trusted and engaging information about backcountry adventure in North America.

We are committed to honesty, respect, and cooperation in all our relationships.

We understand and respond in a timely fashion to the product and service needs of our consumers.

We take a leadership role in educating and partnering with others who share our interests and values.

We support programs, policies, and behavior that encourages protection of our current wilderness areas and well-considered designation of new ones.

We are committed to display the highest quality of compelling photographs and inspiring stories.

We provide our industry with superior service, resources, and audiences. </p>

We promote sustainable, low-impact use of wilderness.

We support and encourage one another to innovate, lead, grow, take risks, share ideas, and express a passion for the wilderness.

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At BACKPACKER, we inspire and enable people to enjoy the outdoors by providing the most trusted and engaging information about backcountry adventure in North America.

We are committed to honesty, respect, and cooperation in all our relationships.

We understand and respond in a timely fashion to the product and service needs of our consumers.

We take a leadership role in educating and partnering with others who share our interests and values.

We support programs, policies, and behavior that encourages protection of our current wilderness areas and well-considered designation of new ones.

We are committed to display the highest quality of compelling photographs and inspiring stories.

We provide our industry with superior service, resources, and audiences. </p>

We promote sustainable, low-impact use of wilderness.

We support and encourage one another to innovate, lead, grow, take risks, share ideas, and express a passion for the wilderness.

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Stories by the Author

Backpacker: How to Make Your Water Filter Last Forever

Extend the life of this crucial piece of gear with these tips for care and cleaning.

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November 4, 2024

Outside: Backpacker: Pacific Crest Trail: A Beginner’s Guide to the Hike of a Lifetime

Here's a beginner guide to the Pacific Crest Trail

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March 26, 2024

Backpacker: The Ultimate Durability Test: This Gear Lasted 8,500 Miles in One Year

Thru-hiker Carl "Professor" Stanfield had a big goal: Break the record for most miles ever walked in a single year. Here's what he packed.

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June 14, 2023

Backpacker: Scientists Found a Tick Weeks Ahead of Schedule. For Hikers, That’s Bad News.

Think you can’t get bitten by a tick in the winter? As one surprise discovery this month shows, they’re waking up—and biting—earlier and earlier.

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March 1, 2023

Backpacker: 4 Pieces of Essential New England Hiking Gear for Fall

Pieces of Essential New England Hiking Gear for Fall

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October 13, 2022

Backpacker: Empty Your Pack: 55+ Ultralight Thru-Hiker

Barney "Scout" Mann hiked the Triple Crown after turning 55. Here's his ultralight pack list for trips of any distance.

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September 21, 2022

Backpacker: Rare Tick-Borne Disease Kills Maine Man

A rare tick-borne virus killed a Maine resident, the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced.

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May 17, 2022

Backpacker: How to Build an Ultralight Kit for Under $500

How to build an ultralight kit for under $500 and not dropping a load of cash

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April 8, 2022

Backpacker: The 7 Best Backpacking Water Filters

The 7 best backpacking water filters and what to look for

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April 4, 2022

Backpacker: Pacific Crest Trail

What to expect when thru-hiking the PCT

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March 14, 2022

Backpacker South America: Useful Gifts For Hikers – Get Them A Gift To Remember

Useful gifts for hikers for 2022

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January 25, 2022

Backpacker: Water Purifiers

The deal of the week a Sawyer squeeze water filter

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November 5, 2021

Backpacker: 11 Cheap Gear Alternatives Thru-Hikers Love

Cheap gear alternatives thru-hikers love

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November 3, 2021

Backpacker: Essentials Gear

Learn which gear essentials to never leave at home with expert advice from Backpacker Magazine.

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September 17, 2021

Backpacker: The Best Insect Repellents

Backpacker: The Best Insect Repellents

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker: The Best Gear to Crush Long Hikes

The Best Gear to Crush Long Hikes

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September 16, 2021

Joe McConaughy Broke the Overall Appalachian Trail Record

How Joe 'String Bean' McConaughy set the new overall Appalachian trail record

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September 16, 2021

The Ultimate PCT Packing List by Liz Thomas on Backpacker.com

Headed out on the Pacific Crest Trail? Expert thru-hiker Liz “Snorkel” Thomas breaks down the gear you’ll need.

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September 16, 2021

The Ultimate Continental Divide Trail Packing List by Liz Thomas on Backpacker.com

Gear up for the United States' toughest long path with these expert picks.

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September 16, 2021

The Ultimate Appalachian Trail Packing List by Liz Thomas on Backpacker.com

Liz Thomas Ultimate Packing List

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker: Spending Time Above Treeline? This is the Gear You’ll Need to Enjoy the Alpine.

These products will keep you protected and prepared on high-alpine treks.

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker: Sawyer Tap Filter

The best filter for car camping of 2021.

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker: Long Trail Gear

Treating water doesn’t get much simpler than this.

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September 16, 2021

BACKPACKER: Editor Dennis Lewon Picks His Favorite Budget Gear

Spend less, hike more with a system that prioritizes affordability and durability.

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September 16, 2021

Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter Named 2011 Backpacker's Editors' Picks

"Least-loved chore upon reaching camp: Squatting on sore knees over a stream to pump water."

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September 16, 2021

Sawyer 4 Way Water Filter Review

Review by Mike Smoke from Backpacker.com

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September 16, 2021

Sawyer Filter Named Backpacker Magazine's Editor's Choice

The Sawyer Squeeze Filter was awarded the coveted Editor's Choice ? Award by Backpacker Magazine in the April 2012 Gear Guide. Thanks, Backpacker!

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker: The 8 Best Water Filters for Backpackers

Ultralight, ultrafast, and ultraeffective—the best new water treatment devices do the job better than ever.

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker puts the MINI in 2014 Essentials List

Here is what they had to say about the Sawyer Mini Water Filter:

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September 16, 2021

The Ultimate Pacific Crest Trail Packing List from Backpacker

Expert thru-hiker Liz “Snorkel” Thomas breaks down the gear you’ll need, with help from BACKPACKER Gear Editor Eli Bernstein.

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September 16, 2021

The Ultimate Continental Divide Trail Packing List from Backpacker

Gear up for the United States' toughest long path with these expert picks.

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September 16, 2021

The Ultimate Appalachian Trail Packing List from Backpacker

Get ready for your AT thru-hike with this gear checklist from expert thru-hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas and BACKPACKER Gear Editor Eli Bernstein.

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September 16, 2021

BACKPACKER: What’s In My Pack: Speed Hiker Joe McConaughy

What’s In My Pack: Speed Hiker Joe McConaughy

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September 16, 2021

BACKPACKER: The 7 Best Gear Deals for Hikers at REI's Labor Day Sale

The 7 Best Gear Deals for Hikers at REI's Labor Day Sale

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker: How to Purify Water on the Trail

How to Purify Water on the Trail

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker: Empty Your Pack: A Weekend Warrior in PNW Bear Country

Empty Your Pack: A Weekend Warrior in PNW Bear Country

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker: Build an Ultralight Backpacking Setup for Under $550

Build an Ultralight Backpacking Setup for Under $550

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September 16, 2021

Backpacker: How to Make Your Water Filter Last Forever

Extend the life of this crucial piece of gear with these tips for care and cleaning.

Outside: Backpacker: Pacific Crest Trail: A Beginner’s Guide to the Hike of a Lifetime

Here's a beginner guide to the Pacific Crest Trail

Backpacker: The Ultimate Durability Test: This Gear Lasted 8,500 Miles in One Year

Thru-hiker Carl "Professor" Stanfield had a big goal: Break the record for most miles ever walked in a single year. Here's what he packed.

Backpacker: Scientists Found a Tick Weeks Ahead of Schedule. For Hikers, That’s Bad News.

Think you can’t get bitten by a tick in the winter? As one surprise discovery this month shows, they’re waking up—and biting—earlier and earlier.

Backpacker: 4 Pieces of Essential New England Hiking Gear for Fall

Pieces of Essential New England Hiking Gear for Fall

Backpacker: Empty Your Pack: 55+ Ultralight Thru-Hiker

Barney "Scout" Mann hiked the Triple Crown after turning 55. Here's his ultralight pack list for trips of any distance.

Backpacker: Rare Tick-Borne Disease Kills Maine Man

A rare tick-borne virus killed a Maine resident, the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced.

Backpacker: How to Build an Ultralight Kit for Under $500

How to build an ultralight kit for under $500 and not dropping a load of cash

Backpacker: The 7 Best Backpacking Water Filters

The 7 best backpacking water filters and what to look for

Backpacker: Pacific Crest Trail

What to expect when thru-hiking the PCT

Backpacker South America: Useful Gifts For Hikers – Get Them A Gift To Remember

Useful gifts for hikers for 2022

Backpacker: Water Purifiers

The deal of the week a Sawyer squeeze water filter

Backpacker: 11 Cheap Gear Alternatives Thru-Hikers Love

Cheap gear alternatives thru-hikers love

Backpacker: Essentials Gear

Learn which gear essentials to never leave at home with expert advice from Backpacker Magazine.

Backpacker: The Best Insect Repellents

Backpacker: The Best Insect Repellents

Backpacker: The Best Gear to Crush Long Hikes

The Best Gear to Crush Long Hikes

Joe McConaughy Broke the Overall Appalachian Trail Record

How Joe 'String Bean' McConaughy set the new overall Appalachian trail record

The Ultimate PCT Packing List by Liz Thomas on Backpacker.com

Headed out on the Pacific Crest Trail? Expert thru-hiker Liz “Snorkel” Thomas breaks down the gear you’ll need.

The Ultimate Continental Divide Trail Packing List by Liz Thomas on Backpacker.com

Gear up for the United States' toughest long path with these expert picks.

The Ultimate Appalachian Trail Packing List by Liz Thomas on Backpacker.com

Liz Thomas Ultimate Packing List

Backpacker: Spending Time Above Treeline? This is the Gear You’ll Need to Enjoy the Alpine.

These products will keep you protected and prepared on high-alpine treks.

Backpacker: Sawyer Tap Filter

The best filter for car camping of 2021.

Backpacker: Long Trail Gear

Treating water doesn’t get much simpler than this.

BACKPACKER: Editor Dennis Lewon Picks His Favorite Budget Gear

Spend less, hike more with a system that prioritizes affordability and durability.

Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter Named 2011 Backpacker's Editors' Picks

"Least-loved chore upon reaching camp: Squatting on sore knees over a stream to pump water."

Sawyer 4 Way Water Filter Review

Review by Mike Smoke from Backpacker.com

Sawyer Filter Named Backpacker Magazine's Editor's Choice

The Sawyer Squeeze Filter was awarded the coveted Editor's Choice ? Award by Backpacker Magazine in the April 2012 Gear Guide. Thanks, Backpacker!

Backpacker: The 8 Best Water Filters for Backpackers

Ultralight, ultrafast, and ultraeffective—the best new water treatment devices do the job better than ever.

Backpacker puts the MINI in 2014 Essentials List

Here is what they had to say about the Sawyer Mini Water Filter:

The Ultimate Pacific Crest Trail Packing List from Backpacker

Expert thru-hiker Liz “Snorkel” Thomas breaks down the gear you’ll need, with help from BACKPACKER Gear Editor Eli Bernstein.

The Ultimate Continental Divide Trail Packing List from Backpacker

Gear up for the United States' toughest long path with these expert picks.

The Ultimate Appalachian Trail Packing List from Backpacker

Get ready for your AT thru-hike with this gear checklist from expert thru-hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas and BACKPACKER Gear Editor Eli Bernstein.

BACKPACKER: What’s In My Pack: Speed Hiker Joe McConaughy

What’s In My Pack: Speed Hiker Joe McConaughy

BACKPACKER: The 7 Best Gear Deals for Hikers at REI's Labor Day Sale

The 7 Best Gear Deals for Hikers at REI's Labor Day Sale

Backpacker: How to Purify Water on the Trail

How to Purify Water on the Trail

Backpacker: Empty Your Pack: A Weekend Warrior in PNW Bear Country

Empty Your Pack: A Weekend Warrior in PNW Bear Country

Backpacker: Build an Ultralight Backpacking Setup for Under $550

Build an Ultralight Backpacking Setup for Under $550

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