So we tried ultra-heavy hiking...

A hot tent in the mountains!

Feb 3

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December 2025

One Week Backpacking New Mexico's Gila Wilderness!

Hot springs, cliff dwellings, 121 Gila River crossings, and the biggest feast we've ever had on a backpacking trip!

Dec 13, 2025

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November 2025

Holiday Gift Guide for the Backpackers in your Life

Here's a little bit of inspiration from us!

Nov 20, 2025

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The 12Ks of Christmas are coming to town!

Start training up, because the 6th annual 12Ks of Christmas is about to begin!

Nov 13, 2025

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October 2025

How to Make Freeze-Dried Pumpkin Curry at Home

The ultimate fall trail meal?

Oct 25, 2025

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August 2025

Ultimate Strawberry Banana Rice Pudding Recipe

Tim's recipe may have come in second place (last place) in our freeze dried breakfast contest, but that's only because Renee's Savory Grits were SO…

Aug 28, 2025

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How to Make Delicious Freeze-Dried Grits

The winning recipe from our latest freeze-dried breakfast competition!

Aug 19, 2025

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The Gear We're Using Right Now!

The gear we loved using on the CDT

Aug 12, 2025

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Recipe: Mom’s Tater Tot Casserole

Freeze-Dried and Plant-Based for Comfort on the Trail!

Aug 5, 2025

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July 2025

Choosing a Dehydrator to Prep for Adventures

10 years of food dehydrating tips.

Jul 29, 2025

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Recipe: Veggie-packed Mac and "Cheese"

Vegan Mac and “Cheese” with Beans, Veggies, and a Kick!

Jul 22, 2025

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How to Pick a Backpack!

Features to look for and features to avoid.

Jul 15, 2025

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