Backpacking & Day Hiking Resources related to backpacking, day hiking, and safe wilderness travel.

Backpacking and Day Hiking is a great way to get the skills and confidence necessary to start traveling farther into the backcountry. A relaxing two day trip will give you a chance to see some beautiful country without the stress associated with the first long trip. Before your go; research what gear you need, break in your boots by hiking around your community, take a Survival Course and a Navigation Course so you have the background knowledge to avoid any mishaps.

Backpacking & Hiking Resources

• Backpackers Guide
• All Backpacks [Backpacks and Backpacking Gear on the net]

Lightweight Backpacking & Hiking Resources

• BackpackingLight
• Backpacking Lightweight

Backpacking Magazines

• Explore Magazine [USA]
• Backpacker Magazine [Canada]

Notable Backpacking Training Schools

• BWI's Introduction to Backpacking Course [AB Canada]
• Canada West Mountain School [BS Canada]
• National Outdoor Leadership School [USA]
• Outward Bound [USA]
• Yamnuska [AB Canada]