Highkers Lore https://highkersco.com/lore/ Practical trail guides, honest trip reports, campcraft, outdoor gear notes, and responsible adult-use camp culture from Highkers. en-us Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT Outdoor smoking etiquette for trails and campsites https://highkersco.com/lore/outdoor-smoking-etiquette/ https://highkersco.com/lore/outdoor-smoking-etiquette/ Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT Make room for a good outdoor smoke break. Find a comfortable spot, check camping and hiking rules, and keep cleanup simple, with a Pictured Rocks example. The Rip Clip Is Real. Our First Prototypes Are Built.https://highkersco.com/lore/first-prototypes/https://www.highkersco.com/lore/first-prototypes/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe first wave of Rip Clip prototypes has been constructed. Production is wrapping up, shipping is next, and we are taking a moment to mark the milestone. One-Hitter vs. Pipe: What’s the Difference? https://highkersco.com/lore/one-hitter-vs-pipe/ https://www.highkersco.com/lore/one-hitter-vs-pipe/ Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT A one-hitter, AKA bat or One'ie is a type of pipe. Compare small bowls, hand pipes, and dugout cases, then figure out which setup belongs in your hiking kit. How to Carry a Pipe While Hiking https://highkersco.com/lore/how-to-carry-a-pipe-hiking/ https://www.highkersco.com/lore/how-to-carry-a-pipe-hiking/ Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT Give your pipe a permanent home. Compare pockets, pouches, and clips, protect glass from knocks, and build a simple habit for leaving nothing behind. Why Do People Lose Pipes on the Trail? https://highkersco.com/lore/why-pipes-get-lost-on-the-trail/ https://www.highkersco.com/lore/why-pipes-get-lost-on-the-trail/ Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT A log, a camp chair, the wrong pocket. How a pipe gets left behind during an ordinary trail break—and why we wanted ours to have a home of its own. How to Clean a Pipe https://highkersco.com/lore/how-to-clean-a-pipe/ https://www.highkersco.com/lore/how-to-clean-a-pipe/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:15:11 GMT Learn how to clean a titanium or glass weed pipe. Titanium vs. Glass Smoking Pipes: Which Fits Your Camp Kit? https://highkersco.com/lore/titanium-vs-glass-pipes/ https://www.highkersco.com/lore/titanium-vs-glass-pipes/ Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:17:02 GMT A quick comparison of upfront cost, long-term value, packed weight, and carry design for your camp kit. How to Choose a Smoking Pipe for Camping https://highkersco.com/lore/choosing-a-camping-pipe/ https://www.highkersco.com/lore/choosing-a-camping-pipe/ Sun, 27 Sep 2026 21:18:28 GMT Five practical checks for camping and backpacking: secure carry, packed size, breakage, cleanup, and heat handling. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: A Practical Hiking and Camping Guide https://highkersco.com/lore/pictured-rocks/ https://www.highkersco.com/lore/pictured-rocks/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT How long to stay, which Pictured Rocks hikes earn the miles, what needs a reservation, where dogs can go, and what Lake Superior expects you to pack.