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"10 Essentials for Long Day Adventures"
By Dennis Lewon, Equipment Editor & Gina DeMillo Associate Editor BACKPACKER©September 2001

"The Perfect Pitch"
By Mike Gauthier, BACKPACKER August 2001 How and where you should set up your winter tent for maximum comfort and shelter longevity.

"You Are Here"
By Dave Hurteau Outdoor Explorer, ©July-August 2000 And you'll know this for sure once you find the right GPS unit

"Buying Better Boots "
By Steve Howe, Rocky Mountain Editor, BACKPACKER March 2001 How and where you should set up your winter tent for maximum comfort and shelter longevity.

"10 for the Trail"
by Jim Benning, Outdoor Explorer, ©Feb/Mar 2001

"Get Aligned"
By Steve Howe, BACKPACKER June 2002 Basic compass skills will keep you on track as you travel over land and water.

"Eat, Drink And Be Merry"
by Tish Hamilton, Outdoor Explorer, ©July-August 2000 Staying hydrated and eatingenough, on the trail and off will make your summer more pleasant and safer

"Rainy Day Skills"
By John Harlin, BACKPACKER Northwest Editor, October 2001 To stay dry in a downpour, carry the right wet-weather gear and know how to use it.

"Cruise Into Kayaking"
by Nicole Crane Haller, Outdoor Explorer, ©May-June 2000 Whitewater paddling is simpler than it looks and just as much fun

"Survive Anything"
by Brad Edmondson, Outdoor Explorer, ©Feb/Mar 2001 How to walk away from 16 outdoor dilemmas ranging from life threatenting to the merely annoying

"Pleasure Paddling"
By Bob Marshall, Outdoor Explorer, ©Sep-Oct 2000

"Paradise Found"
by Buck Tilton, Outdoor Explorer, ©May-June 2000 How to select the right campsite to make your visit safe, sound and easier on the environment

"Ease On Off the Road"
by Brian O'Connor, Outdoor Explorer, ©Summer 1999 Think you'd like to try mountain biking? Here's how to get under way

"Treat Your Feet"
by Mike Randolph, Outdoor Explorer, ©Fall 1999

"Pick a Proper Pack"
by Mike Randolph, Outdoor Explorer, ©Summer 1999 Warm weather's here, the trail beckons, and it's time to buy a backpack

"To All a Good Night"
by Michael Lanza, Outdoor Explorer, ©May-June 1999 Sleeping under the stars can be a pleasure once you have the right sleeping bag

"To Start a Fire"
by Grant Davis, Outdoor Explorer, ©May 2001 The ultimate guide to building a safe, smart, low-impact campfire

"The Best Care, Anywhere"
by Buck Tilton, Outdoor Explorer, ©Sep-Oct 2000 Here's how to treat the nine most common trail ailments

"Who Needs the Weather Channel?"
byMichael Cannell, Outdoor Explorer, ©Fall 1999 Natural cues can help you forecast the weather

"Reader Tip: Sack of All Trades"
Backpacker
, ©Fall 1999 Is a large mesh grapefruit or onion sack really a hiker's best friend?

"Stake Solution"
By John Harlin, Northwest Editor, BACKPACKER® , ©December 2000 10 Essentials For Long Day Adventures

"Gear For A Day"
By Dennis Lewon, Equipment Editor & Gina DeMillo, Associate Editor, BACKPACKER®, ©September 2002 10 Essentials For Long Day Adventures

"Outdoor Smarts- Bag Yourself a Good Night's Sleep"
By Karen Berger, Scouting Magazine ©September 2002

"Walking On Water "
By Steve Howe, Rocky Mountain Editor Backpacker, ©May 2001 Face it, you aren't Moses and the waters won't part, so here are ways to cross wild rivers safely.

Filtering Vs. Chemicals Vs. Boiling
Water treatments defined.

BACKPACKER® ©March 2001

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