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Buy: $13.49 Small daypack with 575 cubic inch capacity, Perfect for smaller frames, Single main compartment, Front pocket for quick access to gadgets, Adjustable web shoulder straps ( more ) Read Full Story
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JanSport Expandable Luggage is always stylish and unique, standing out from the crowd with distinguished class. Here are the up to the second listings on JanSport expandable luggage: JanSport Expandable Upright Luggage JanSport 22" SuperBreak Carry On Expandable Rolling Luggage, Pink Daquiri Patchwork $82.99 JanSport 19" Expandable Upright, Black $79.90 JanSport 22" Expandable Upright, Guerilla Green $99.90 JanSport SuperBreak 27" Expandable Upright - Fall 2009 JanSport Premier Travel 22" Expandable Upright JanSport Antics Travel 22" Expandable Upright JanSport Antics Travel 24" Expandable Upright JanSport Premier Travel 24" Expandable Upright 24 Inch Expandable Upright Wheeled Pack-088BLACK- JANSPORT Expandable Upright Roller Suitcase JanSport 24-Inch Expandable Upright ... Read Full Story
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JanSport Classic SuperBreak Backpack, Carbonic Grey Reviews Other products by Jansport Ratting 4.5 Out of 5.0 Special Offer Total New 6 Total Use 0 Read More anSport Classic SuperBreak Backpack, Carbonic Grey Reviews From Here Now The JanSport SuperBreak backpack has been the 1 selling school pack for students around the world for nearly 35 years. The SuperBreak has been reinvented almost as many times as it is years old - and this year is no different. With 30 or more patterns and colors to choose from, you're sure to find a SuperBreak that Fits You. Technical Details - Straight-cut with padded shoulder straps ... Read Full Story
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JanSport Classic Big Student Backpack, Navy Reviews Other products by Jansport Ratting 4.5 Out of 5.0 Special Offer Total New 8 Total Use 0 Read More JanSport Classic Big Student Backpack, Navy Reviews From Here Now Ergonomic S-curve shoulder straps: Pleated front stash pocket: 600 Denier Polyester: Capacity- 2100.0 cu in / 34.4L: Quick-find cell phone pocket: Weight- 1 lb. 12 oz. / 0.8 kg Technical Details - Ergonomic S-curve shoulder straps with Two large main compartments for versatile storage - Front utility pocket with audio electronics organizer keeps essentials handy - Two zippered front stash pockets with fully padded back panel for cushioning ... Read Full Story
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JanSport Antics Series Elefunk Messenger Bag, Grey Humboldt/Red Curtain Reviews Other products by Jansport Ratting 4.5 Out of 5.0 Special Offer Total New 6 Total Use 0 Read More JanSport Antics Series Elefunk Messenger Bag, Grey Humboldt/Red Curtain Reviews From Here Now The JanSport Elefunk messenger bag is a perennial 1 seller. Perfect for campus or around town. Technical Details - Adjustable shoulder strap with removable padding with One large main compartment - Organizer under front flap keeps essentials handy with Dual side pockets - Quick-find cell phone pocket and Mesh water bottle pocket - Fully padded back panel for cushioning comfort - Capacity:1751.4 ... Read Full Story
Written by pwerner on
Winter camping, hiking, backpacking and mountaineering are not without peril. If you have never done them, it's best to receive some training from your local outdoor club or a professional guiding service before you try it yourself. I just started last year myself after a three day Intro to Mountaineering Class with a guide in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. It was an eye opening experience. If you are located in New England and are interested in becoming a 4 season hiker, there are a few winter training programs that I'd recommend you look into. The Adirondack Mountain Club hosts an annual Winter ... Read Full Story
Written by muller_jim on
From the December 2008 Conservationist Waking in a Winter Wonderland By Jim Muller It was cold, about 19 degrees, and four of us-myself, my nephew Mark Hay, and friends Jay Katonica and Scott Handy-were bushwhacking up Warren County’s Mount Blue on a slippery, snow-covered slope. Our canine escort, Maddux, an immense German shepherd/husky cross, bounded ahead with enviable ease as the rest of us struggled on the slick footing. Our plan was to have lunch at the summit, then hike down and spend an overnight at the lean-to on the western shore of Lizard Pond. Earlier, donning snowshoes we crossed frozen Garnet Lake, then ... Read Full Story
Grand Canyon National Park long has run its backpacking permit operation with a four-month lead time. In other words, you could walk into the backcountry office on February 1 and ask for a permit for a date in June and receive it. Well, the rules are changing friends. read more  
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A generation ago, young travelers hit the road with nothing more than a backpack, a few dollars and a Eurail pass to cover as many Western European countries as possible. But these days, that Eurail pass can take travelers far past the west-to-east ...  
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(Prudent Press Agency)--- With the onset of the English winter the traditional flight south by GAP year students to warmer climates has begun. With deferred places at university sorted students can start the all important process of planning their GAP year travels and saving up for the airfare. Australia and New Zealand still remain the top destinations for most backpackers.The team at Lazyshark have been working behind the scenes to make it...  
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Bringing Japanese aesthetics to outdoor function, Snow Peak's dainty set of titanium camping cutlery lightens the load on backpacking excursions without compromising quality and taste. The collection includes the basic utensils required for any well-deserved meal and adds chopsticks and sporks the mix. Each set weighs less than two ounces, and sells from Snow Peak's online shop, along with an array of luxury camping...  
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Citing concerns about impact to the watershed and safety concerns, the U.S. Forest Service announced it would no longer allow winter camping at the Spruces Campground in Big Cottonwood Canyon in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest in Utah.Salt Lake TribuneView Comments |  
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Smoky Scout commented on Adam Beal's blog post 'What Kind of Backpacking Stove Do You Use?'I have a very old Peak type pocket rocket that still works great. I saw a Boy Scout leader do a demo once of a bunch of backpacking stoves. He lit each one and then went down the row knocking them all over. The Peak was the only one that put itsel...  
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Please help me out by telling me about the stove you use backpacking here and why you like it. I am looking at upgrading my stove for this winter and just curious what other folks like or don't like. Also feel free to warn me of any that you would stay away from. Thanks for the help!  
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