Summer is here and it is time to get back on the trails!! I’m going on a 3 night backpacking trip next weekend and just can’t wait! I just need to pick up a few more Mountain House meals and I’ll be set.
If you want to save some cash, check out these deals on hiking apparel and gear, and some free stuff and contests!
Backcountry.com Summer clearance starts August 17th! Sweet deals!
REI’s summer sale starts August 27th. I’m gonna stock up on Mountain House food, get another Nalgene water bottle, and of course a few Clif Bars.
Also be sure to look at REI Outlet’s deal of the day, and remember you can now get anything over $75 shipped for FREE to your home! REI’s Outlet sale starts August 13 and runs through August 19. Save an extra 20% on REI Outlet items
Moosejaw – save an extra 25% on sale items using code JACKSON through August 22, 2010.
Icebreaker – 25% off end of season sale. This only happens twice per year!
Free Stuff!!
There are always a lot of offers for free things out there that I’m sure will be of interest to my fellow hikers. Check these out:
Free Guide to the National Parks
REI Passport to Adventure for Kids. Your kids can get a cool pair of multifunction binoculars or 4 function whistle.
And there are always contests to sign up for …
Hiking Lady’s August 2010 Giveaway! Enter your email address by August 31 and you’ll have a chance to for your name to be drawn to win this month’s Hiking Lady giveaway: a prAna messenger bag!
Headsweats Ultralite Hat Giveaway! Post a comment for a chance to win.
Polarmax Ultimate Adventure Mt. Kilimanjaro Sweepstakes. Enter your email by October 11, 2010 for a chance to win a 2 person all expenses paid trip to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro with expert guide and author Macon Dunnagan!
Know of other deals or contests? Please share them in the comments below. Happy trails!