Alan Greenfield 
Exploring the great outdoors of Washington and Oregon is an adventure that every nature lover should experience. From the rugged coastline to the towering mountains, these states offer some of the most diverse and breathtaking landscapes in the country. As someone who has spent a significant amount of time exploring the Pacific Northwest, I can …
Waterproof backpacks can be lifesavers. The last thing you want is your personal belongings inside your backpack to get soaked and damaged. And if you’re like most people, you carry valuable and expensive items in your bag, so it’s important to keep them away from water. We have tested every backpack we could get our …
The Appalachian Trail is the gem of the Eastern US. The “AT” as it is known is a magnificent footpath that stretches over 2,000 miles from Georgia to Maine, winding through scenic landscapes, lush forests, and rugged mountain terrain. As someone who has experienced the magic of the trail firsthand, I want to share a …
Birds are amazing animals. They come in an astonishing variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Yet despite this diversity, all birds share some essential traits: they have two wings (some also have a tail), beaks for eating and nesting, feathers for insulation and flying, and hollow bones for lightness. There’s no better way to explore …
North Face was founded in 1966 and has strived to become one of the leading retailers for outdoor performance equipment, and their hiking shoes are no exception. While the brand might be known more for its outerwear, ski clothing, and outdoor gear (their 4-person tent is one of our favorites), they continue to make surprisingly …
Mendocino National Forest is an impressively large wilderness area in the northern part of California. It spans more than 900,000 acres across rugged mountains, oak woodlands, and pine forests. The forest is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who crave adventure with a dose of solitude. Unlike most California national forests, this one has no major …
Hiking in New England is, in my admittedly biased view, one of the finest ways to discover just how much variety nature can pack into a relatively small corner of the country. Some people swear that the big peaks out West win the beauty contest every time. I’m not here to argue so much as …
Looking for a camping adventure that is unlike any other? We bet you haven’t given Lake Willoughby a try. Lake Willoughby is located in the heart of the Green Mountains, about an hour north of White Mountain National Forest. We think it offers some of the most spectacular camping opportunities in all of New England. …
