INCREASE YOUR LUNG CAPACITY FOR BACKPACKING
- by nocmanus
Lung capacity is a critical factor in your ability to conquer long trails or climb to high elevations. When I climbed Longs Peak..
Surviving Mosquito’s and Ticks
- by nocmanus
Insects may be small, but they can cause some serious issues when backpacking/hiking. Protecting yourself from insect-borne diseases, decreases your chances of developing..
Badass Female Hikers – BECOME A PEEING PRO
If you are a female backpacker, then you’ve already thought of how to manage the 3 p’s out in the wilderness. Pee. Poop...
How I Infected Myself With The Norovirus
After 2020, social distancing might be a normal way of life now. We’ve adapted to becoming more aware of what we touch and..
3 Season VS 4 Season Winter Backpacking
- by nocmanus
There is a huge difference between 3 season Winter Backpacking and 4 Season Winter Backpacking. It’s important to know the difference so you..
How to Blast a Duke in the Desert
- by nocmanus
Just to be clear, blasting a duke means poop. Our command by the way for our Blue Healer, Caldonia. Seems to be a..
When Should You Cache Water?
- by nocmanus
Often when we hit the trail for a overnight or multi day trip we plan how and where we will get water. Usually..
How To Layer Your Clothes For Winter Hiking
- by nocmanus
If you are like us, there is nothing better than getting outside in the Winter and feeling that cool brisk air. Not too..
How To Pack Clothing For Colder Temps
- by nocmanus
Weather can change pretty fast on the trail. As we found out backpacking in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in late August. In..
How To Beat The Heat of Summer
- by nocmanus
Anytime you plan a hike or backpacking trip in the Summer, it’s gonna be hot at some point. Especially if there is no..
nocmanus
In 2003 I completed a Thru-Hike on the Appalachian Trail. Since then I have over 12,000 miles underfoot and 20 years of backpacking, and camping experience. Certifications include WFA, WFR, LNT Trainer, and belong to AORE. Have been guiding backpacking trips for over 10 years. The outdoors has taught me one thing. Trusting the Trail! really does provide everything a person needs.
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