Compass Points — Find Your Direction

MY DIRECTION: Hiking at the end of the world

May 26, 2011

Compass Points’s publisher during an 18-mile hike reflects on the role the media played in overhyping a preacher’s forecast of an apocalypse.

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The desire to go farther

May 19, 2011

Compass Points creator Dave Pidgeon talks about how he plans to “go farther” with his hiking in 2011 — marathon hiking. Find out what expert Michael Lanza says about the sport.

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DAY HIKER: Mount Tammany and Sunfish Pond, N.J.

May 12, 2011

This DAY HIKER takes you on a 12.2-mile journey over two mountains to a lush ravine and a glacial pond in New Jersey.

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Three hikes to backcountry lakes

May 5, 2011

Check out these three hikes to backcountry lakes for serene scenery and some cool refreshment.

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Tips On Getting Into Backpacking Shape

May 5, 2011

Discover Compass Points helps you get into mountain shape with three tips to kick start your backpacking training. Find out what they are.

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Compass Points to return in May

April 13, 2011

Compass Points Media creator Dave Pidgeon explains when readers can expect the blog to return.

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Trail Blazes – February 2011

February 22, 2011

The February 2011 edition of Trail Blazes takes listeners into the backcountry of Joshua Tree National Park. Also, learn how to organize your gear and hear about a spike in national park visitation.

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Trail Blazes – January 2011

January 25, 2011

Compass Points Media releases the first edition of Trail Blazes, its free monthly podcast. Go snowshoeing in Colorado and learn winter camping skills on this show.

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