Author: Emily Schrick

Emily is an avid outdoorswoman who has trekked 5,000+ miles in the backcountry, including a thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. She's added international hiking to her resume in countries like Chile, Argentina, Peru, Canada, France, Iceland, Montenegro, and more! She's on a quest to visit all USA National Parks (27/63 so far) Her passions include outdoor adventure photography and helping others get outside in amazing places around the world. Her writing and photography has been featured in Trails Magazine, Gossamergear.com, and the Pacific Crest Trail Association. When she's not outside hiking or writing about it, she's probably snuggled on the couch with her three labradors listening to Taylor Swift and drinking coffee.
  • Gossamer Gear Camo Kumo 36

    Is your backpacking kit so dialed in that you sometimes think you could take a daypack on your overnight trips? Or maybe you need a larger summit pack for all-day sunrise to sunset excursions. Well, if you’re thinking of a pack that is slightly more…

  • Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Platinum Review

    The Big Agnes Tiger Wall Platinum is a really great 2-door, semi-freestanding lightweight tent that comfortably sleeps two people + 1 dog + gear. Need to know more? Keep reading. Big Agnes Tiger Wall 3 Platinum Specs Capacity 3-person Packaged Weight (no footprint) 2 lbs 11…