Multi-function gear helps reduce your packload when hiking or backpacking, which is why convertible pants are a popular choice of clothing for many hikers.

Three colourful fall hike options in the Canadian Rockies.

Tired of oatmeal on day four? Try these easy options for a little variety in your get up and go meal!

Slip-sliding away -- used to be a common refrain before I learned about the joys of hiking with a good pole.

Steaming hot biscuits, cheesy pesto pizza, chewy chocolate brownies -- stop salivating and find out more about the ease of baking in the backcountry with an Outback Oven.

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