Ultralight Hiking Blog

Introducing Family and Friends to the Outdoors by Jim Sutherland

Introducing Family and Friends to the Outdoors by Jim Sutherland

Introducing your family and friends to the outdoors can be one of the most rewarding things you might ever do!  However, it does come with a huge responsibility for their safety, health, and well-b...

The All Day Carry: The Perfect Travel Companion by Matthieu LEROUX

The All Day Carry: The Perfect Travel Companion by Matthieu LEROUX

You know, sometimes you find gems that completely change the way you travel. The A Day Carry (or ADC) by Six Moon Designs is one of them. Let me tell you why I fell in love with this little innovat...

Traveling and Hiking with the All Day Carry Backpack by Mandy "Veggie" Redpath

Traveling and Hiking with the All Day Carry Backpack by Mandy "Veggie" Redpath

This fall, I traveled with my Mom and my partner to Portugal to hike the Portuguese Camino.  All three of us used the new All Day Carry backpacks for our multiple flights and the entire hike.

Lessons from the John Muir Trail by Lauren Ruhe

Lessons from the John Muir Trail by Lauren Ruhe

The John Muir Trail taught me many lessons, one of the biggest being that you can prepare as much as possible, but sometimes life throws you unexpected challenges, and you have to adapt. What initi...

Three Friends’ Journey Along Olympic National Park’s North Coast By: Jason Huckeba

Three Friends’ Journey Along Olympic National Park’s North Coast By: Jason Huckeba

A trip along the northern coastline of Olympic National Park is a dream for many backpackers. For Monica, David, and I, this adventure from Shi-Shi Beach to Cape Alava offered a blend of stunning s...

Trekking For Trout on the Grand Mesa of Colorado: The Return of the Hawkeye by Michael "Hawkeye" Johnson

Trekking For Trout on the Grand Mesa of Colorado: The Return of the Hawkeye by Michael "Hawkeye" Johnson

This second 10-day adventure began August 7, 2023, in the Trickle Lake region on the eastern side of the Grand Mesa. Last month I explored the western side by foot and packraft visiting 15 lakes in...