Camping & Hiking Expert Articles
44 Articles
Expert Advice
Building the Perfect Camping Sleep System
Buying Guide
How to Choose a Backpacking Tent: Key Features to Consider
Expert Picks
Best Sleeping Pads for Camping & Backpacking—Expert Picks
Expert Picks
Gifts for the Outdoor Explorer
Expert Picks
Best Hiking Sandals
Expert Picks
Best Backpacking & Hiking Packs
How-To Guide
How to Clean a Tent
How-To Guide
How to Clean a Sleeping Bag
How-To Guide
How to Make Coffee Camping
How-To Guide
How to Store a Sleeping Bag
Expert Picks
Best Tents: Expert Picks for Camping & Backpacking
Expert Picks
Best Sleeping Bags
Buying Guide
Hiking Boots 101
Buying Guide
Hiking Boots vs. Hiking Shoes
Buying Guide
Hiking Boots vs. Trail Runners—A Complete Guide
Buying Guide
Trail Running Shoes vs. Hiking Shoes
Buying Guide
Down vs. Synthetic Insulation
How-To Guide
How Long Do Hiking Boots Last? | Expert Advice
Expert Advice
How Should Hiking Boots Fit?
Expert Picks
Best Hiking Shoes
How-To Guide
How to Break in Hiking Boots
How-To Guide
How to Clean Hiking Boots
Checklist
10 Essentials for Hiking
Buying Guide
A Guide to Choosing a Camping Tent
Checklist
Backpacking Checklist: What Gear to Pack
Buying Guide
Backpacking Food: Dehydrating vs. Freeze Drying
Checklist
Family Camping Essentials
Expert Picks
Gift Ideas for Campers
Buying Guide
Hiking Shoes vs. Boots vs. Trail Runners: What's the Difference?
How-To Guide
How to Build a Campfire
Buying Guide
How to Choose Hiking Boots
Buying Guide
How to Choose Hiking Socks
Buying Guide
How to Choose a Sleeping Bag
Buying Guide
How to Choose a Sleeping Pad
How-To Guide
How to Pack a Backpacking Pack
How-To Guide
How to Set Up a Campsite
Buying Guide
Which Solo Stove Is Right for Me?
How-To Guide
Winter Hiking Gear: How to Layer
Expert Picks
Best Camping Chairs
Expert Picks
Best Camping Grills & Stoves
Expert Picks
Best Hiking Boots
Buying Guide
How to Choose a Backpacking Pack
Buying Guide
Rain Gear 101: A Complete Series
Checklist
What to Wear Hiking: A Complete Guide
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Camping & Hiking Expert Articles
From choosing the right hiking footwear to creating your perfect sleep system, our Experts outline everything you need to stay safe and comfortable as you have fun in the great outdoors. For more information or answers to specific questions on hiking, backpacking, or camping, visit your local SCHEELS to speak to an Expert!