Katie Jackson
Writer at The Trek
Articles
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1 week ago |
thetrek.co | Katie Jackson
Roughly 110,000 acres of federal land along the US-Mexico border in New Mexico, previously managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), was abruptly transferred into US Army control and designated a National Defense Area (NDA) last month, sparking widespread confusion and alarm among local communities and outdoor recreationists.
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1 week ago |
thetrek.co | Katie Jackson
This winter, I had the opportunity to test out the Zpacks Groundsheet Poncho, an innovative piece of gear that doubles as both a poncho and a groundsheet, offering ultralight protection when you’re on the move. Weighing just 5.9 ounces and constructed from Dyneema Composite Fabric (DCF), this poncho is designed for the minimalist backpacker who wants to stay dry without adding unnecessary weight to their pack. MSRP: $249Weight: 5.9 oz.
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1 week ago |
thetrek.co | Katie Jackson
A now-familiar story emerged from the Pacific Crest Trail last month near Truckee, California, when the Truckee Trails Foundation (TTF) announced that the federal government had frozen $20,000 in funding for necessary trail maintenance. The money had been intended for much-needed upkeep in the Tahoe National Forest, especially a section of the PCT from Donner Pass Road to Interstate 80 where retaining walls and rock steps require attention to allow safe travel through the area.
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2 weeks ago |
thetrek.co | Katie Jackson
Happy Memorial Day weekend! For anyone heading into the outdoors, that means serious savings on gear. Thru-hikers, backpackers, and campers can find plenty of deals to lighten their load or upgrade their current setup. This weekend is a prime chance to snag discounts on everything from ultralight tents and cozy sleeping bags to portable chargers and camping essentials.
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2 weeks ago |
thetrek.co | Katie Jackson
In a victory for conservationists, language that would have allowed for the sale of half a million acres of public land in Nevada and Utah was removed from a sweeping budget reconciliation bill before the bill cleared the House Rules Committee late last night. The House Natural Resources Committee’s move to add the controversial amendment to the bill during a secretive late-night vote on May 7 had raised serious concerns among public land advocates nationwide.
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