Sipsey Wilderness – Leaves Falling
Some more footage from the Sipsey Wilderness. #backpacking
Some more footage from the Sipsey Wilderness. #backpacking
The Sipsey Wilderness in Bankhead National Forest is one of my favorite destinations for backpacking. Every trail provides unique challenges and no two hikes ever feel the same! #backpacking
Choosing the best backpacking campsite doesn't have to be difficult. I prefer a campsite next to a rock face with an overhang. This better protects from rain and falling tree branches, etc. Also, it lessens the amount of entry points into the campsite. A fire next to the rock face produces extra warmth and there
Many people fail to realize why layering is so important. Without proper knowledge, backpacking during extremely cold weather without the right gear can be uncomfortable and/or dangerous. Layering is a way to reduce travel weight while concurrently making it easy to remove layers to adjust warmth. #backpacking
The Chillax pillow is great for backpacking. It compresses to an insignificant size and weight for transport and quickly inflates for a comfortable pillow while sleeping. I wrap it in a t-shirt while I sleep to make it feel more like a normal pillow. Available on Amazon.com - Chillax UltraLight Camping Pillow - Compressible, Compact,
Alum Caves Bluffs Trail is one of many amazing places to hike in the Smoky Mountains. Enjoy!
This is how to start a fire in the rain.
Survival skills are learned by experience and are not taught.
The Sunjack Waterproof LightStick is a must for anyone on-the-go. It’s an LED light that has several brightness settings and is waterproof to six feet. It also functions as a power bank for recharging smartphones, etc. via the integrated USB port. It can be recharged using the included USB cable or a USB solar panel!