{Written by Summit Hut Gearhead Doug and Lauren James } Day 3: Fox Poop Everywhere On the third day of our trip, we hiked from Little Harbor to Black Jack campground. This hike is about 8 miles, and we were a bit sore by this point, so each hill we did encounter was a new…
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Trans Catalina Trail Santa Catalina Island, California
{Written by Summit Hut Gearhead Doug and Lauren James } Introduction Santa Catalina Island is a rocky little island off the coast of Southern California. It’s about 75 square miles in total. You can get there via ferry from several ports in the San Diego or Los Angeles area. Most of the island is part…
Finding Your Comfort Zone: Selecting the Perfect Sleeping Pad
While traveling outdoors, it is of utmost importance to rest well after a long adventurous day. If you are camping and paranoid about getting a good night’s sleep amidst the campsite surroundings of mountains and forests, you must invest in high quality sleeping pads and sleeping pad accessories. It will not only let you stay…
Backpacking For Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide
Picture this: You ditch the city noise for beautiful, verdant surroundings. There’s a picturesque waterfall amidst the mountains and tall pine trees swaying in the air. That’s the charm of backpacking outdoors. This backpacking guide for beginners will answer all your questions. We have tried to cover every aspect, starting with backpacking basics, transportation, budgeting,…