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After all, I had to be sensitive to weight as we were required to carry our own water for 10 miles as there were no options for filtering during that stretch. It was one of those planned events in 2020 that was delayed for years, from what else, but the Covid-19 pandemic. Since the trip… Continue reading One day an Ozark Trail Thru Hike hiking missouristateparks ozarktrail Ask MetaFilter

To me, worrying about the temperature of the drinks I have on my boat is the absolute last thing I want to be thinking about when I am heading out on the water. Not the best choice for long trips or hikers who need to carry a large amount of gear. While this pack won’t… Continue reading One day an Ozark Trail Thru Hike hiking missouristateparks ozarktrail Ask MetaFilter

Looking for a versatile Backpack perfect for hiking, traveling, commuting or anything else? If so, the Ozark Trail Adult, Unisex, Denton 20 Liter Hiking Backpack in gray is a must-have for life on the go. For storage options, there is a large zippered main compartment, a padded laptop sleeve and front accessory pockets. This bag… Continue reading One day an Ozark Trail Thru Hike hiking missouristateparks ozarktrail Ask MetaFilter

It’s also small enough that it wasn’t inconvenient for them to have it with them everyday. This daypack came in handy just for what I intended. The next section along Trace Creek is an enjoyable, quiet walk in the woods. Some hikers may choose to continue on Trace Creek to the Taum Sauk section, but… Continue reading One day an Ozark Trail Thru Hike hiking missouristateparks ozarktrail Ask MetaFilter

Has a hip belt to displace the load off your shoulders. Includes a place to connect your hydration bladder. For most cases, the backpack that comes with me for hikes and longer trips is the Gregory Baltoro ozark trail canopy 65L. Today I immediately loaded it up and went out for a few hours. For… Continue reading One day an Ozark Trail Thru Hike hiking missouristateparks ozarktrail Ask MetaFilter

This tent was close to foolproof when it came to the rain fly because it was already connected. I also liked how my head wasn’t directly beside the door, which often occurs for an end-door tent. If something crawled through the zipper door it wouldn’t immediately be inches from my face but instead would have… Continue reading One day an Ozark Trail Thru Hike hiking missouristateparks ozarktrail Ask MetaFilter

Since the trip was three years in the making, the anticipation was doubly intense. We recently took a camping trip to the mountains and I needed a lightweight pack to hold my toiletries (soap, shampoo/conditioner), fresh clothing change and my crocs/hiking boots and my towel. Temperatures can swing from chilly mornings to sweltering afternoons. Consider… Continue reading One day an Ozark Trail Thru Hike hiking missouristateparks ozarktrail Ask MetaFilter

A great way to ask questions of like-minded outdoor enthusiasts is to check out the Ozark Trail Section Hikers and Backpackers  (OTSHAB) Facebook page. You’ll find numerous advocates eager to answer your questions and aid you in planning your thru-hike. If you’re searching east of the Rockies for stunning scenery, technical terrain, and a long… Continue reading One day an Ozark Trail Thru Hike hiking missouristateparks ozarktrail Ask MetaFilter