One of our favorite customers recently purchased a new Nemo sleeping bag from us that he had been eye-balling for months. The temperatures finally dropped and he couldn’t wait to use it. On the first cold night of the season, he called his hiking buddy, packed up all his gear, and headed out to tackle […]
Winter Hiking
How to Layer Outdoor Clothing
What is Layering? If you’ve spent any time in the outdoors, you’ve heard the term “layering.” If you’re new to outdoor activities, though, or maybe if you own a fleece or rain jacket but not much else in the way of outdoor clothing, it may not be entirely clear what this means. How are the […]
Winter in the Great Smoky Mountains
Stars shine brightest during the most cold and dark parts of night. It is often when you are surrounded by fire that you learn that the fire inside of you burns brighter than any other flame. On Monday, November 28th, 2016, the people of Gatlinburg, TN were faced with their darkest of nights – they found themselves […]
Dawson’s Smoky Mountain Hiking Kit (Winter Edition)
A small collection of essentials can make all the difference when planning a trip into the woods. Everyone has a favorite piece of gear or something that is always in their pack. Here’s a list of items that our co-founder, Dawson takes when he hikes in the Smokies during winter: Pack: “I carry my gear in either […]
The Complete Guide to Winter Camping in the Southeast
What’s not to love about snowy adventures and frozen landscape views? Bring on the cool weather and winter camping! The southeast is packed with some of the most scenic mountain ranges and picturesque valleys in the nation. Matched with a milder climate, camping during the winter months tends to be less harsh than options further […]
How to Choose the Right Tent
Choosing the right tent can make or break your adventure — and in some cases the proper selection is a matter of safety. It’s hard to know if you are choosing something that will have the same appeal several days into a trip. Selecting your new “home away from home” can seem overwhelming with so […]