Finding the right gear for your next adventure can sometimes be overwhelming, so I figured I'd share some of my favorites to help you recreate responsibly while minimizing your impact in the outdoors
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Footwear
Sleep System
Kitchen
Toiletries
navigation
sun protection
Footwear
Hands down the best hiking socks out there! I stopped getting blisters after switching to strictly wool socks and wont go back
Darn Tough Vermont
Lightweight, waterproof hiking boots with a wide toe box. These are one of my favorite brands for being on my feet all day.
Women's Lone Peak ALL-WTHR Mid 2
These are another all time favorite and one of the most durable pair of hiking boots I've owned
X Ultra 5 Mid Gore-Tex - Women's Hiking Boots
Lovea good pair of Blundstones! These are versatile for both hiking and every day wear
Chelsea Boots – Shop For Men's & Women's Boots Online
Sleep System
I personally have the Roxyann!
Big Agnes Sleeping Bags | REI Co-op
I used a 1 person Big Agnes tent on my JMT hike and loved it!
Big Agnes Tents | REI Co-op
I use the 4R rated inflatable pads for comfort!
Exped Air Pads | REI Co-op
I just got this sleeping pad and is hands down the comfiest inflatable camping mattress I’ve ever used and wish I had made this switch sooner!
Tensor™ All-Season Ultralight Insulated Sleeping Pad
Kitchen
All things you need for cooking in the back country
Great for boiling water for coffee in the morning or heating hydrated meals!
TOAKS Titanium 750ml Pot
The long handled utensils are great for eating right out of the bag/pot!
Great option for backpacking meals from breakfast to dinner!
Backpacker's Pantry | REI Co-op
I prefer the gravity filter to the pump filter for both time and convenience
Katadyn Portable Water Filters | REI Co-op
Cant get lighter than this! (and still reusable)
Glacéau smartwater - Original Products & Details
Single serve packs of coffee. Convenient and tastes great!
Alpine Start | REI Co-op
My favorite hydration tablet with no salt taste!
NUUN Sport Hydration Tablets - 10 servings | REI Co-op
Food storage container to keep your meals safe from the wild!
BearVault BV500 Journey Bear Canister | REI Co-op
Toiletries
For those times when you need to dig a cathole
TheTentLab Camp Shovels | REI Co-op
No waste to pack out when menstruating in the back country!
Saalt Cup | Menstrual Cup
Deserts ecosystems can be fragile which is why its important to dispose of our waste properly. While there are flush toilets at the Visitor Center & Plenty of pit toilets at trailheads and pick nick areas, please familiarize yourself with backcou...
The Original WAG BAG
navigation
The best mobile hiking navigation app! Sign up using my link for 30% off!
AllTrails
Satellite communication with SOS capabilities
inReach® Satellite Communicators | Messengers
sun protection
Sun protective clothing
UPF Sun Protection
Protect our water ways and its inhabitants by carrying + using reef safe sunscreen!
What is Reef-Safe Sunscreen? | REI Expert Advice
Lightweight sunglasses made from recycled materials!
