Important Links

The links listed here are reviewed and selected directly by Randy Land, the owner of TRAILSHACK.COM. 
These resources are those he considers extremely useful or crucial for all hikers and backpackers. 
If there are resources you think should be listed here, please let him know.

Wilderness Medicine Institute - Learn to handle injuries and medical emergencies for yourself and others in the backcountry.  

Leave No Trace - Learn how to enjoy the outdoors and protect it at the same time.

Tread Lightly - Responsible off-road travel and recreation does not mar the beauty and wonder of out natural resources.