2025 Gates Of The Arctic Traverse

400 Mile Brooks Range Thru-Hike of the Gates Of The Arctic in Alaska.

Total Pack Weight w/ 6 Days Food, Fuel, & 1.0 Liter Water – 51.3 lbs (23.3 kg)

Continue reading to learn more gear to use to hike the Gates of the Arctic, written by Nic “Darwin” Rakestraw.

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Originally from Southern Indiana, Nic & his wife Jessica decided to quit their jobs in 2014, sell 95% of the things they owned, & leave their hometown for good in search of adventure, inspiration, & the true meaning of happiness.

Darwin Onthetrail: 2025 Gates Of The Arctic Traverse

Nic “Darwin” Rakestraw

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October 21, 2025

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2025 Gates Of The Arctic Traverse

400 Mile Brooks Range Thru-Hike of the Gates Of The Arctic in Alaska.

Total Pack Weight w/ 6 Days Food, Fuel, & 1.0 Liter Water – 51.3 lbs (23.3 kg)

Continue reading to learn more gear to use to hike the Gates of the Arctic, written by Nic “Darwin” Rakestraw.

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Darwin Onthetrail: 2025 Gates Of The Arctic Traverse

Nic “Darwin” Rakestraw

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July 1, 2025

| 5 min read

2025 Gates Of The Arctic Traverse

400 Mile Brooks Range Thru-Hike of the Gates Of The Arctic in Alaska.

Total Pack Weight w/ 6 Days Food, Fuel, & 1.0 Liter Water – 51.3 lbs (23.3 kg)

Continue reading to learn more gear to use to hike the Gates of the Arctic, written by Nic “Darwin” Rakestraw.

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Nic “Darwin” Rakestraw

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Nic “Darwin” Rakestraw

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Campfire conversations with our community, from Squad MembersSquad Members and Ambassadors to Brand Partners and the Sawyer team.

We build products withindustry-leadingstandards and technology, designed to keep you outdoors for longer. Explore what others are saying about Sawyer.

News fromSawyer HQin Tampa Bay, FL, including product resources, updates in technology, and recent brand developments.

NewThere’s nothing like seeing hearing from those who are personally touched by the promise ofclean water. Explore their stories and lift your soul; you’ve made this work possible.

Stories and experiences encompassing a spread of outdoor enthusiasms, from theBackcountry to the Backyard^TM. What keeps you outdoors?

Trail tips and packing list guides for backcountry travel, gear choices.Trail guidesfor hiking, biking, thru-hiking and more.

Read aboutproduct reviewsfrom various media outlets, customers, community members, and outdoor gear websites.

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