I wish I had the luxury of taking two months off to embark on a major thru-hiking adventure like the Florida Trail. For now, in lieu of that, I can live vicariously through others, like my friend Greg ...

Whether you're a first time hiker heading out on a well-marked trail or an experienced thru-hiker planning a remote, long-distance route, a reliable navigation app is an essential part of your kit.

Thru-hikers know exactly what backpacking gear is unnecessary—and what's essential. This is the gear thru-hikers ditched ...