Backpacking Gear & Tips

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Backpacking and camping are popular outdoor activities that take special skills and equipment; check out the backpacking gear and tips in this free video series with a hiking expert.

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Base Layer Clothing for Camping & Backpacking
Avoiding cotton base layers is a good step to picking ideal clothing for backpacking or camping. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Benefits of External Frame Backpacks
External frame backpacks are less popular but still functional. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Benefits of Internal Frame Backpacks
Internal frame backpacks have become the favored pack for hiking and trips. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Benefits of Ultra Light Backpacks
And ultra light pack offers low weight for those with a quick step and less gear. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Boots vs. Shoes for Camping & Backpacking
Backpacking with boots or shoes is a big choice, and the terrain and climate must be considered. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Car vs. Backpack Camping
Camping with a car is different from camping with a backpack on foot; check out tips for backpacking in this free outdoors video.

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Caring for Camping & Backpacking Clothing
Good camping or hiking clothing should be cared for to ensure a long life. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Choosing a Backpacking Location
There are many places to enjoy the outdoors and backpack along a trail; check out the backpacking tips in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Clothing Accessories for Camping & Backpacking
Hats, gloves, and other accessories might be needed for hikers who want to be prepared. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Conventional vs. Minimalist Camping
Conventional camping and minimalist backpacking are two different experiences. Listen to this outdoorsman give you tips on backpacking in this free video.

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Fitting Your Pack for Camping & Backpacking
Getting your new backpack fit for your hips and spine is important to hiking comfort. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Good Boots for Camping & Backpacking
A good pair of boots can be essential for hikers or campers wanting to cross rough terrain. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Good Socks for Camping & Backpacking
Never underestimate good socks' role in comfortable camping. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Hiking Trail Etiquette
There is a trail etiquette responsible backpackers, hikers, and campers follow to preserve nature and get along. Check out the backpacking tips in this free video on camping and hiking.

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How to Get to Backpacking Trails
Shuttles and friends are two good ways to get to backpacking or hiking trails in your area. Check out the backpacking tips in this free video on camping and hiking.

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How to Wear a Backpack
Learn how to wear your backpack correctly to save your body aches and pains. Check out the backpacking tips in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Insoles for Camping & Backpacking
Insoles can help support your feet during long hikes with a heavy backpack. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Leave No Trace when Camping
Camping without leaving a trace is good practice for minimizing your ecological footprint. Check out the backpacking tips in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Measuring a Foot for Shoes & Boots
Measuring your foot before buying new trail shoes or boots is a good idea. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Measuring the Torso for Fitting a Backpack
Get your torso measured to ensure the backpack fits your hipbones and spine! Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Mid-Layer Clothing for Camping & Backpacking
Clothing is key to safety and comfort when backpacking or spending time outdoors. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Packing a Backpack for Hiking & Camping
Packing for a backpacking or camping trip is a skill, nay, an art! Check out the backpacking tips in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Picking a Backpack for Hiking & Camping
Choosing the right backpack for a trip depends on the style and duration of the trip. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Shell Layer Clothing for Camping & Backpacking
Weather can be unpredictable, shell layer clothing is important for hikers and campers. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Shoe Fitting for Camping & Backpacking
Fitting your outdoor shoes for hiking or camping is key to comfortable activity. Check out the backpacking gear in this free video on camping and hiking.

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Summary: Backpacking and camping are two favorite outdoor activities. Whether you are the recent college graduate who wants to find yourself by hiking across Europe with a good pair of a shoes and a pack or a mother of three who wants to take the kids out for some fresh air on a day-hike, getting outdoors with a heavy pack on your shoulders brings you in touch with nature and primitive human culture. Camping usually entails tents and sleeping bags, but backpacking, too, can involve sleeping outdoors, depending on the journey. Trudging through forests and up mountain passes draws fresh air into the lungs and puts your backpacking skills to the test, pushing you to wonder if you brought the best gear and packed your backpack tight.

In this free video series outdoorsman Brant Bowers teaches you all about gear for backpacking and tips on being a safe and polite trekker. Brant covers the differences between camping on foot or with a vehicle, how to get to trails, and the differences between conventional and minimalist approaches to encountering the wild outdoors. Brant shows you kinds of shoes and boots for backpacking, which clothes work best in different weather, and what packs might be right for you. Brant also includes tips on trail etiquette and how to be eco-friendly and leave no trace when you backpack or camp.

About the Expert

Expert: Brant Bowers has worked in the Camping Department at Bill Jackson's since 2004. He loves the outdoors, backpacking, canoing, climbing and any other activity that gets him out experiencing life. Previously, he was involved in outdoor education including ropes and initiative courses, adventure, environmental and living history education.