My name is Joe Concannon. I come from Wisconsin and live in Seattle, where I work at the Bureau of Fearless Ideas and trek throughout the Cascades in search of the perfect day hike. My writing can be found in Backpacker Magazine and my Northwest Brewing News column, “Trails and Ales.” REI Member since 2012.
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail (IAT) is one of very few endurance backpacking opportunities in our nation’s middle. Spanning 1,200 miles and situated entirel...
Going big with your first backpacking trip can mean a huge payoff. First, make certain to get in hiking shape, stick to a do-able schedule, keep your friends cl...