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One of the biggest differences between a single night backpacking trip and going out for a couple of consecutive days is the need to keep your gear dry. While this is relatively easy in warm, dry weather, it becomes far more challenging if you experience consecutive days of rain or sustained rain coupled with cooler shoulder-season temperatures. This is when …

The hawk soared effortlessly above Eagle Crag as we labored over the open ridge toward North and South Baldface, the pair of open summits that book end Evans Notch. Although it was just the middle of the afternoon, the autumn daylight was already waning. “We’ll come out well after dark if we climb the two peaks,” said Ken. We decided to skip the …

The ENO (Eagles Nest Outfitters) Vulcan Under Quilt is a full length quilt filled with synthetic Primaloft Synergy insulation and has an integrated perimeter suspension system that is compatible with any gathered end hammock. Rated for 35-45 degree weather, it’s priced at $174.95, which is expensive when compared to other synthetic full-length underquilts like the Enlightened Equipment Revolt Apex ($165/65″/30 degrees) and the …

Sachem Peak is a trailless mountain near Sandwich Dome noted for its rocky visage and open summit ledges. Located on Acteon Ridge just below Jennings Peak, it’s a moderately easy bushwhack from the Smarts Brook Trail which climbs Sandwich Dome from the west. The walk from Rt 49 up the Smarts Brook Trail is also quite pleasant and scenic as it …