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Beginner Gear List

Beginner Gear List

Andrew Ghenender

Below you will see a list of my favorite beginner backpacking gear.  Just because it's "beginner" though, does not mean it can't take you anywhere you want to go.  This...

Beginner Gear List

Andrew Ghenender

Below you will see a list of my favorite beginner backpacking gear.  Just because it's "beginner" though, does not mean it can't take you anywhere you want to go.  This...

My Favorite Tents for 2026

My Favorite Tents for 2026

Andrew Ghenender

As 2025 comes to a close, I thought you may be interested in my top backpacking tent choices.  All tents below are either considered "ultralight," or are very close. There...

My Favorite Tents for 2026

Andrew Ghenender

As 2025 comes to a close, I thought you may be interested in my top backpacking tent choices.  All tents below are either considered "ultralight," or are very close. There...

Backpacking Olympic National Park

Backpacking Olympic National Park

Andrew Ghenender

The Backpacking Coach heads to the Olympic National Forest for a 3-day adventure on the Hoh River.

Backpacking Olympic National Park

Andrew Ghenender

The Backpacking Coach heads to the Olympic National Forest for a 3-day adventure on the Hoh River.