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Backpacking

Backpacking the Black Forest Trail in PA

July 1, 2023June 30, 2023 by Camera & a Canvas

The Black Forest Trail is a 43 mile long hiking and backpacking trail, said to be one of the toughest in PA!

Categories Hiking & Backpacking, Hiking PA, Pennsylvania Tags Backpacking, hiking, pennsylvania, trails
Backpacking gear

Backpacking Gear list for Beginners

November 15, 2022 by Camera & a Canvas

Here’s a full list of essential information and all the important must haves for a backpacking trip!

Categories Gear, Hiking & Backpacking Tags Backpacking, gear
backpacking clothes including merino wool shirts, pants, and jackets

Clothes for Backpacking and Hiking

November 11, 2022November 8, 2022 by Camera & a Canvas

A big list of essential clothing recommendations for multi day backpacking trips and day hiking. Be prepared before you go out!

Categories Gear, Hiking & Backpacking Tags Backpacking, clothes, hiking
Zenbivy light bed inside tent

Choosing your Backpacking Sleep System

November 11, 2022November 10, 2022 by Camera & a Canvas

Before you buy anything, it’s really important you fully understand all the temperature ratings, materials, and other options available in a backpacking sleep system.

Categories Gear, Hiking & Backpacking Tags Backpacking, backpacking gear, sleeping bags, sleeping qults
Backpacking Tents

Choosing a Lightweight Tent for Backpacking

November 11, 2022 by Camera & a Canvas

If you’re just getting into backpacking, it’s important to understand the basics and learn about all the options out there before purchasing your first tent.

Categories Gear, Hiking & Backpacking Tags Backpacking, tents
hiking umbrellas

Backpacking Rain Gear Options

November 9, 2022 by Camera & a Canvas

Learn about the different rain gear accessories you can choose from when going on a backpacking trip.

Categories Gear, Hiking & Backpacking Tags Backpacking, gear, hiking, rain gear, rain jackets
Zenbivy Light Beds

Zenbivy Light Bed Review

June 29, 2022May 28, 2022 by Camera & a Canvas

If you’re looking for an alternative to a sleeping bag but want more comfort than just a quilt, check out the Zenbivy Light beds.

Categories Gear Tags Backpacking, gear
Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Backpack

Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Backpack review

June 18, 2022 by Camera & a Canvas

If you want a lightweight, affordable backpack and are a first timer or experienced backpacker, try out the Shadowlight by Outdoor Vitals!

Categories Gear, Hiking & Backpacking Tags Backpacking, hiking
Pinchot Trail fall foliage

Hiking and Backpacking the Pinchot Trail

May 30, 2022February 27, 2022 by Camera & a Canvas

The Pinchot Trail is located in Northeast Pennsylvania, and is a great trail for beginner backpackers. There are no amazing scenic views on the trail, however it traverses several diverse natural landscapes, some of the most beautiful I’ve seen in …

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Categories Hiking PA, Parks & Places by State, Pennsylvania, State & Local Parks, Travel Guides Tags Backpacking, hiking, pennsylvania
Panasonic Lumix G85

Best Cameras for Hiking and Backpacking

March 1, 2022December 13, 2021 by Camera & a Canvas

For hiking and backpacking I recommend the smallest and lightest interchangeable lens cameras with the greatest amount of zoom range.

Categories Camera Gear, Photography Tags Backpacking, cameras, hiking, lenses, micro four thirds, mirrorless, photography

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