Bush Smarts

There are several things to consider when choosing a hike, including rating, difficulty, elevation and more. Even if you consider yourself in good shape, we recommend you start out with novice hikes and gradually take on more challenging trails. This way, you can build confidence and skills while avoiding injury or worse--burn out. Spend a little time learning how to navigate the rating scale to figure out which trail is right for you. Check out the link in our profile if you’re not sure where to start. http://ow.ly/rUG5306yFYi #hike #camping#trails

A peaceful walk in the woods. #getoutside #hiking#backpacking #camping #livewild  

It’s finally here! The flagship piece of our product line, the Bush Smarts Backpack is the perfect light-weight pack for a weekend of adventure. We've tested it for years, tweaked it and engineered it until it was exactly the bag we wanted. Whether you fill it up with our gear (it's made to fit), or someone else's, you've got the flexibility to open or close the rolltop to adjust capacity as needed.  http://ss1.us/a/NDLzI21b #backpack #adventure #bushsmarts

What games do you play to pass the time while camping? If you’re looking for a fun challenge, our Travel Cribbage set might be right up your alley. Cribbage is a fast moving game that combines the anticipation of luck with the opportunity to exercise skill. It’s easily played on-the-go and was popular in the 17th century among whalers, sailors and travelers of all kinds--used to pass the time during long voyages.  http://ss1.us/a/R8GxhC8F #travel #cribbage #game

NEW! Add this to your holiday wishlist: German steel and Swiss engineering make this flat pocket knife the perfect backup blade for your backcountry adventures. It's dang sharp, and has just enough extras to be more than useful, without adding a lot of fluff. We always advocate redundancy of your survival essentials – and this knife will stay at the ready just about anywhere you want to hide it. http://ss1.us/a/uoLkpB01 #knife #blade  

Breathtaking mountain views in Gaspésie National Park, Canada. Read more about our Canadian adventure http://ss1.us/a/JTJfJlLP #adventure #hiking

Meet our Game Kit. Everything you need to play cards, roll dice or scratch your own game on the score pad is in this little tin. We've included the rules for our favorite dice game, Man-or-Moose--the best revealer of a man's character! And everything is hi-viz red for easy spotting in a dark tent or around the campfire. http://ss1.us/a/Ej7hEg5R#game #kit

Clip it onto the outside of your pack for easy access. $12. Link in profile. http://ss1.us/a/3qSTP2x2 #flat #pack #bowl#camping

For your outdoor-loving friend that seems to have everything, we’ve got you covered: the Bush Smarts Gift Card. http://ow.ly/QMEu306QSRV #gift #card  

Winter hiking at Echo Lake #getoutside #winterhiking#wintercamping #welcomesnow #livewild #keeponsnowing

A foggy day in Gros Morne National Park, Canada from John’s excursion a couple years back. #hikecanada #backpacking#getoutside #livewild

Do you still dread packing for your backpacking trip? Lay out all your gear at home and try out different loading routines until you’ve found what works best for you. Use a backpacking checklist to ensure you have everything you’ll need and make notes on your list about what’s worked well in the past. Streamlining and simplifying is key! #backpacking#packingforthetrail #getoutside #allseasonhiking #livewild  

Coffee is essential to any good camping trip — a bag of fresh grounds is usually the first thing in our pack. We like to keep things simple so we developed a feather-light mesh filter that brews superb coffee without a bunch of bells and whistles or moving parts. Our kit "tames the morning bear" with traditional cowboy style brewing, where the grinds go in with the hot water. But instead of pouring through a bandana, the mesh filter is secured across the bottle mouth letting the good stuff flow out. Our Solo Coffee Kit makes one memorable cup of joe that motivates us to unzip the sleeping bag on a cool morning. link in our profile http://ss1.us/a/DE7wNl1t #coffee#campcoffee #cowboycoffee #coffeeessentials

Oh, Vermont… winter looks good on you.

Before heading out on a hike, make sure you’ve packed the right clothes! Think moisture-wicking base layers, wool socks that keep you warm even when you’re wet, layers you can easily take off or put on as the temperature changes, a waterproof shell for unexpected rain and a hat to keep your head warm and dry. Here’s a hint: our Hiking Socks are the best around--we’ve checked! Woven from Merino wool they even have a little extra cushioning in the heel and ball of the foot. We wear them year-round!. http://ss1.us/a/LjezuvQh