Read through the question-and-answer archives of our former GORP Experts.

HEALTH AND FITNESS

Wilderness Medicine Expert
Dr. David Johnson
As a 25-year veteran of emergency and wilderness medicine, Dr. Johnson's a pro at providing swift, effective responses. You're in good hands if you have a question on backcountry medicine or outdoor health.
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WILDLIFE AND BIRDING

Nature Hombre Sam Fried
Sam's the man when it comes to the world of birds and nature. Although Sam Fried enjoys all wildlife, his foremost pleasure comes from watching birds and photographing them.
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Wildlife Discussion Boards

CLIMBING

Climber Don Mellor
Don Mellor's love of climbing is infectious. As a teacher, guide, and author he has communicated the joys of getting vertical to thousands of people. Whether you're just starting out or you're seeking advice on getting past that 5.11 overhang, you'll benefit from Don's expertise.
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Climbing Discussion Boards

GEAR

Gear Maven Annie Getchell
TV star, author, and all-around gear wonk Annie Getchell believes in choosing your gear wisely and treating it with TLC. After all, gear is darn expensive and it just might save your hide some day.
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Gear Discussion Boards

FOOD

Outdoor Chef Dorcas Miller
Playing hard in the outdoors works up a hearty appetite, so satisfy your cravings with something more than Ramen noodles. Cookbook author Dorcas Miller's innovative,
easy-to-prepare recipes and her healthy approach to camp food will make your next outdoor meal a
four-star affair.
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Recipe Forum

PADDLING

Paddler Jonathan Hanson
Paddling and writing maniac Jonathan Hanson has kayaked all over the world. He's knowledgeable about canoeing and rafting, too.
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Paddling Discussion Boards

FAMILY

Kid Wrangler Alice Cary
Three children under the age of six don't stop Alice Cary from exposing her herd to the joys of outdoor adventure, or from an active writing career. Share your parenting tips and frustrations with other like-minded outdoor-loving parents in GORP Family.
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Family Discussion Boards

TRAVEL

World Traveler Rob Sangster
Rob Sangster has touched down on every continent, and as GORP's former resident adventure travel expert he will touch down on all the"how-to's" necessary to lead you into a life of worry-free adventure.
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Rob's Traveler's Tool Kit