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Most ultra-light packs do fine with loads of pounds. For me, planning campsites involves guesswork and looking at topographical maps. I cut post-it notes into strips and stick them to the map where I think we might camp. I move them around while planning, sometimes even after changes are made while on the trail. I… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive

Making products that are intuitive, efficient, and user-friendly is crucial. But there’s one more thing that can contribute significantly to designing exceptional products and ignoring it means missing out on creating products that are truly iconic. I never carry bear spray and only used a bear canister once in the High Sierras of California where… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive

It is also hydration compatible and comes with an included 2L reservoir so you can stay hydrated on the trails. Back in 2020 my wife and I decide on a last-minute backing trip to the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge. Because of this we realized we didn’t have all the gear we needed. We had… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive

I’ve tried tents with the door on one end and it is cumbersome. For the end-door variants, one has to toss their sleeping bag down the tent when getting ready for bed. Other items that you may want to keep at the foot of the sleeping ozark trail canopy area are also hard to access… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive

With access to the Ozark Trail available year-round, hikers will need to prepare differently for each season. Ozark springs see a lot of rain and varied temperatures; Ozark summers tend to be hot, muggy, and wet; Ozark winters can drop below freezing. Wet weather is common to the Ozark climate, especially in late spring through… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive

Many of the creeks and streams look crystal clear, but it’s still smart to make sure any impurities are removed with pumps or tablets before drinking the water. Immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of the Missouri Ozarks on the Ozark Trail. The 430-mile trail system is comprised of mostly linked trail sections that wind… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive

“A cold front bringing thunderstorms was preceded by a spectacular cloud show on Stegall Mountain. A sub-freezing night brought beautiful, delicate frost flowers. Water from a ozark trail chairs full day of rain and a nighttime thunderstorm brought life to the small waterfall in Wolf Pen Hollow. “I hiked the trail in 9.5 days, so… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive

Carrying concealed can be a tricky situation with some forms of work attire, and the last thing you want to do is draw attention to yourself. Luckily, the same innovative design features that can be used to protect electronics, can also offer a great carrying solution for your EDC handgun. The laptop pocket fits devices… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive

Guided by experts, we spend hours looking into the factors that matter, to bring you these selections. Not the best choice for long trips or hikers who need to carry a large amount of gear. While this is made of a lightweight water resistant material, it does not have a built in rain flap. This… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive

So there you have it, when looking at just the ability to keep ice cold over a period of 6 days the Pelican has just slightly won, but we are talking about decimal points. I have to say that I am very impressed with the performance of the Ozark Trail 45Q cooler. This cooler is… Continue reading Ozark Trail Training Through Hike Archive