Shoestring Family Holiday Gift Guide 2017
bySince the Shoestring Adventures community is made up of adventure-loving and awesome people, we thought it’d be fun to ask the Shoestring Family what…
Travel Tips
What To Pack: Camping in Sequoia National Park With Sierra Designs
byBack in July, a Yosemite ranger gave me some wise advice that has carried Shoestring Adventures through the end of summer: Prepare for the…
Shoestring Warrior Wilderness 1st Giveaway
byIn honor of our upcoming Wilderness First Aid Course at Sturtevant Camp November 3-5, we are hosting a giveaway! Prepare yourself for an unexpected wilderness…
How To Hike Half Dome
byHiking Half Dome is an incredible experience that any hiker who climbs to the top will never forget. Whether it’s the challenging climb up…
15 Ways To Eat A S’more
byHappy National S’mores Day! The s’more became official in 1927 when the recipe for “Some More” was first published in Tramping and Trailing With the…
Easy Backpacking Recipes
byWe all know that food provides necessary fuel for our bodies. Any hiker/backpacker will tell you that food is especially important when you’re hiking…
5 Tips For Your First Backpacking Trip
byIt’s finally summer, which means it’s time to hit the trails! There’s no better way to explore a region than to head out on…
Shoestring Adventures Backpacking Starter Kit Giveaway
byGear up for spring with the Shoestring Adventures Backpacking Starter Kit! Enter below for a chance to win gear from Gossamer Gear, Biolite, Third Eye Headlamps, Sea…
How to Backpack in the Rain (And Stay Happy)
byWith all the rain in Southern California lately (insert sigh of relief), Los Angelenos are faced with an alternate reality – we just can’t…
Valentine’s Day Weekend Warrior Gift Guide
byThis Valentine’s day, get outside together and make some memories! Whether you hike to a heart-shaped waterfall or camp under the stars, we’ve put together some gift…