10 Tips on Traveling to Cuba
As an American, traveling to Cuba is easier than it has been since the 1960’s. You can jump on a cruise ship, join a cultural group...
The John Muir Trail – 221 Miles
Payge McMahon writes about her 221 mile adventure, backpacking The John Muir Trail in California, for Osprey Packs.
Direct Article Link: Osprey Packs - Hiking the John Muir Trail by Payge McMahon
The John Muir Trail
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Climbing Pikes Peak via The Barr Trail
Trip Report
My partner and I climbed Pikes Peak (14,110 ft.), via the Barr Trail (7,800 ft)l, a week before Memorial Day. 26 miles RT. Temps ranged from 78F to 27F (felt like 13F w/ 21...
Summiting Mt. Mitchell (6,684 ft.) – Highest Mountain East of the Mississippi
Mt. Mitchell (6,684 ft./ 2,037m) is the tallest mountain, east of the Mississippi, and the perfect peak to hike for virgin baggers. It is in Pisgah National Forest, near Burnsville, NC, and part of...
McMahon signs with Osprey Packs
Osprey Packs has signed adventure athlete, Payge McMahon, to an exclusive contract for 2013. A non-disclosed financial and product sponsorship agreement, McMahon will represent and use Osprey Packs in her 2013 adventures and events....










