If you’ve ever found yourself unpacking half your kit in a hurry—to find your rain cover during a squall, mosquito repellent in early evening, first aid kit after a nasty fall—then you understand why ...

Are you tired of cramming for finals under stuffy, fluorescent lights? Do you yearn for the outdoors? Backpacking can help — all you need is a destination, a backpack and a plan. In Preparation ...