The Trailhead

The TrailHead

WORK TRIP: PACKRAFTING THE DEBSCONEAG LAKES WILDERNESS OF MAINE

WORK TRIP: PACKRAFTING THE DEBSCONEAG LAKES WILDERNESS OF MAINE

The Trailhead

Every journey has a first step. And some of the greatest, most meaningful journeys begin at trailheads. Welcome to ours! Here you’ll learn about gear, see route and trail intel, and dive into stories, images, and videos from our global community of adventureheads like you. Think of it like "The Third Place"–not home, not work, but your other most important/favorite place. The spot to hang out around like-minded people and have your life decisions and priorities validated. You won't need to justify your latest gear purchase or explain why you're using up all your paid time off hours to this crowd. They get it. Let’s go!

THE WAYPOINT 35: STEALIN' REBECCA SPERRY'S HEART

THE WAYPOINT 35: STEALIN' REBECCA SPERRY'S HEART

Words and Photos from @sockedinhikes If you’ve followed along on my hiking journey for any amount of time, you know that I am a diehard Hyperlite backpack fan.

Gear Testing the New MID1

If you’re journeying out to the Lower John Day River you’ll see some folks pulled over on the side of the road to take in the view.
Headlamps

Headlamps

If you’re staying out past dark, or even if you didn’t plan on staying out, having a good headlamp in your kit can be the difference between safety and your own version of the Blair Witch Project.
Canyon scenery

AND NOW FOR A LOOK AT THE WEATHER. INTRODUCING METEOROLOGIST AND PHOTOGRAPHER, MICHAEL DEYOUNG

Words & photos by Michael DeYoung (@michaeldeyoung) I’m Michael DeYoung, and I am a former Air Force meteorologist.
A MYTH Approach to the AT

A MYTH Approach to the AT

A MYTH Approach to the AT There are many articles, blogs, videos, and stories about thru-hikers on the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, or any lengthy trail.
Katahdin Backcountry Loop

Katahdin Backcountry Loop

Earlier this month I went Baxter State Park to see some foliage and visit some lesser traveled trails on Katahdin.
STEENS MOUNTAIN SCAMPERS WITH STRATTON AND SADIE

STEENS MOUNTAIN SCAMPERS WITH STRATTON AND SADIE

Words and Photos from Sadie Ford In a remote mountain range in Oregon known as the Steens, special conditions were present.
GEAR LIST AND AN IDEAL BASE WEIGHT FOR HIKING THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL

GEAR LIST AND AN IDEAL BASE WEIGHT FOR HIKING THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL

So! You've decided to go for a 2,190-mile walk in the woods! First off, CONGRATULATIONS!
Chasing Ten With Taylor Bracher

Chasing Ten With Taylor Bracher

How long have you been going light? Five years. What’s the base weight of your pack before adding consumables like food and fuel? 12 pounds, 8 ounces.
SHAKEDOWN 2.0 – PROFESSOR CARL

SHAKEDOWN 2.0 – PROFESSOR CARL

Words and Photos by Carl Stanfield - IG - @prof_carl Bust out your waterproof notebooks, Trailheaders! Today's topic is a shakedown, and the Professor is in!
Chasing Ten With Samuel Martin

Chasing Ten With Samuel Martin

How long have you been going light? Five years. What’s the base weight of your pack before adding consumables like food and fuel? 8.8 lbs.
A WINDRIDER IN THE WINDS

A WINDRIDER IN THE WINDS

Words & Photos by Matt "Chili Mac" Morelli Dirty, cut, beaten, soaked; and that is just how my pack looked.