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Bear Necessity | Issue 05 | Spring 2023
In this issue: Featured: Oconee Bell Trail, Wildflowers on Yonah Mountain, Meal Review: Cusa Coffee, Gear Review: DriDown Pillow
Mar 20, 2022


Quick Guide to Jockeys Ridge State Park
A short walk from the parking lot transports you to a desert landscape. If you find yourself in the Outer Banks Jockeys Ridge is a must see!
Mar 19, 2022


MORE Trails You Can Hike in a Week or Less
As promised, here's another installment of "trails you can hike in a week or less."
Mar 7, 2022


God's Compassion & Mercy | Spring 2022 Devotion
In this devotion from the Spring 2022 newsletter we see God's compassion and mercy illustrated through Micah 7.
Mar 1, 2022


Standing Indian Loop
This was my 1st time hiking on the AT. While I can't say I felt the "special something" that sparks a thru-hike, it was still wonderful!
Dec 17, 2021


Trails You Can Hike in a Week or Less
While some hikers continue backpacking through the Winter months, many take the season off and daydream about warmer weather. Either way,...
Dec 4, 2021


Anticipating His Arrival | Winter 2021 Devotion
In this devotion from the Winter 2021 newsletter we discuss the importance of being vigilant in awaiting Jesus' return.
Dec 1, 2021


Osprey Levity Review
I recently switched packs from the Aura 65 to the Levity 60. Here's how they compare and how my new pack better meets my needs on the trail.
Nov 26, 2021


Black Mountain Crest Trail
There's the easy way to get to Mount Mitchell, the hard way, and then there's the Black Mountain Crest...
Nov 20, 2021


Linville Gorge "Is That All Ya Got" Loop
After dragging ourselves up inclines, scrambling over cliff, fighting through thorns, and crossing the river I gotta ask is THAT all ya got
Nov 13, 2021


3 Lightweight Backpacking Tents Compared
Today we're talking about tents. Specifically my three favorite tents to use when backpacking solo, with my dog, or with a partner.
Oct 15, 2021


BEST Budget Barefoot Shoes | 1 Year Follow-Up Review
Last year I took a chance on these budget barefoot shoes. But after a year of adventures in them, do I still think they're the best?
Sep 10, 2021


Hike Planning Series #4 - Gear and Packing
This video is all about packing our gear. Let's take a look the most important pieces for trip we've planned.
Sep 1, 2021


True Faith | Fall 2021 Devotion
In this devotion from the Fall 2021 newsletter, we discuss true faith as outlined by Hebrews 11:13-16.
Sep 1, 2021


Trip Planning Series #3 - Weather and Logistics
Last time we planned the route for our trip. This time we're taking a look at the forecast, and my 2 favorite sites for gathering that info
Aug 25, 2021


Top 5 Planning Resources | Trip Planning Series
Here are 5 awesome resources I use to plan a backpacking trip!
Aug 11, 2021


How To Start Backpacking Solo
Backpacking solo has been an incredibly fun and rewarding experience, but it definitely took time before I was ready to go on longer trips.
Jul 5, 2021


Full Thru-Hike | Solo on the Art Loeb
This trail will lick you. And just you think it's given you all it's got... it'll come right back and lick you again!
Jun 30, 2021


Guide to The Art Loeb - My NOBO Experience
After finishing a thru-hike of the Art Loeb, I wanted to share my experience, and give an update on info I used to plan this hike.
Jun 27, 2021


Solo on the Art Loeb | PART 3 NOBO
The day had a bit of a rough start, but after a quick detour to the Shining Rock things were looking up...
Jun 25, 2021
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