Jason Stevenson writes extensively about hiking and backpacking skills, wilderness survival, and the outdoors. Check out his latest posts and articles about hiking and backpacking on External link opens in new tab or windowFacebook at External link opens in new tab or window@JasonStevensonAuthor.


His book, External link opens in new tab or windowOutdoor Adventure Guide: Backpacking and Hiking, was published in June 2020. It is a new and updated version of his first book, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Backpacking and Hiking (April 2010), which has sold over 11,000 copies.


Jason previously worked as the skills editor at Backpacker magazine, and he began is writing career at Outside magazine. He has also published articles in Runner's World, Women's Health, Outdoor Retailer Daily, Spirit (Southwest Airlines), Wired, Men's Health, and Men's Journal.


Jason lives with his wife Jackie, and three children and two dogs in Salt Lake City, Utah. For a complete list of his previous and forthcoming work, visit External link opens in new tab or windowwww.jasonstevenson.net


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