Articles & Destinations

Slackpacking

Taking it easy isn't as easy as you think

Before we left for the AT, I gave John a few pieces of gear to test for us, which were sent along for my inspection by the manufacturer. Here’s one that we used while backpacking in Florida but it didn’t make the cut for our AT hike – we …

Sheltermates

When it's pouring, you can't pick your sheltermates

Thunderstorms

One of the biggest risks of hiking in summer

Chance of Rain

Assume it will, and you won't be disappointed

Peanut Soup

Chowing down like it's 1865

2012 FNST Strategic Plan Released

In early June, the USDA Forest Service, National Forests in Florida released the 2012 Florida National Scenic Trail Strategic Plan. This planning document is the first guidance document for the future of the Florida Trail since the trail's original …