Helena Guglielmino, Author at CleverHiker

Helena Guglielmino

Gear Analyst

Finding adventure in cross-country trips and trips to the grocery store, Helena is a Reno-based writer, hiker, backpacker, and explorer of anywhere her 9-year-old lab mix leads her. Her stories on environment, adventure, and culture have been published by Roadtrippers, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Reno News & Review, Outdoors Unlimited, and more. When not writing – but most especially while writing – she enjoys basking in the fantasies of unturned stones and decadent poutine.

Articles by Helena Guglielmino

Free Fly Bamboo Shade Hoodie Sun Shirt Review

Free Fly Bamboo Shade Hoodie Sun Shirt Review

Author

This ultra-comfortable sun shirt is a solid choice for casual hikers seeking reliable sun protection on cool, sunny days. While it doesn’t have the high-tech features of some top-rated options, it offers great value for the price.

Free Fly Bamboo Lightweight Hoodie Sun Shirt Review

woman hiking with day pack in rocky high desert landscape

Free Fly Bamboo Lightweight Hoodie Sun Shirt Review

Author

Perfect for taking into town, this shirt is flattering and has an irresistible silky fabric with a UPF 20+ rating so you can stay out all day.

Outdoor Research Echo Sun Shirt Review

woman hiking with pack on in high desert landscape

Outdoor Research Echo Sun Shirt Review

Author

The ultimate lightweight sun shirt that features excellent breathability and wicking powers. Long loved by CleverHiker thru-hiking staff, this is the top you want when you only have one shirt in your pack.

Solo Stove Campfire Review

Solo Stove Campfire Review

Author

This wood-burning stove is a great option for those looking for a natural option to cook at camp. By burning twigs and other organic materials, you can leave the non-renewable fuel at home.

Gas ONE GS-3400P Camp Stove, Tested & Reviewed

the Gas ONE GS-1000 cooking bacon at camp, showing off how evenly it can cook.

Gas ONE GS-3400P Camp Stove, Tested & Reviewed

Author

Simple, lightweight, easy to use, and providing the versatility of fuel type –– this stove is a great addition to camp kitchens. It has convenient features, like fuel attachment storage and self-ignition, that make cooking a breeze.

Coleman Cascade 3-in-1 Camp Stove Review

Close up of flap jacks being made on the flat top grill attachment of the Coleman Cascade 3-in-1 Camp Stove

Coleman Cascade 3-in-1 Camp Stove Review

Author

This stove has all of the loveable qualities of a Coleman stove – lightweight, portable, and reliable – but also comes with a flat top and grill attachments to enhance your camp kitchen.

Camp Chef EX60LW Explorer Camping Stove Review

the Camp Chef EX60LW Explorer 2 Burner Outdoor Camping Modular Cooking Stove in a gorgeous, rocky high desert camp ground

Camp Chef EX60LW Explorer Camping Stove Review

Author

This powerhouse is the stove you want when setting up camp for two-week bursts or for creating the best tailgate parties. This will deliver for those who demand more from their stoves.

Jetboil Genesis Basecamp System Review

the Jetboil Genesis Basecamp System on a fold-out table in a high desert pine forest

Jetboil Genesis Basecamp System Review

Author

Known by backpackers for its self-contained systems that boil quickly and are easy to use, this frontcountry camp stove does not disappoint. We love its smart folding and packing design that makes it a breeze to transport.

Blackstone Original 17″ Tabletop Griddle with Hood Review

a woman opening the Blackstone Original 17" Tabletop Griddle with Hood with the easy-to-use handle

Blackstone Original 17″ Tabletop Griddle with Hood Review

Author

This griddle-top stove provides the space, power, and even cooking to churn out a lot of food for big crowds or for gourmet camp meals.

Coleman Classic 1-Burner Butane Camping Stove

Author

This camp stove is a no-nonsense option that is easy to operate. Perfect for beginners or for more advanced camp chefs looking for a lightweight option for smaller trips or an addition to their base camp kitchen.

Coleman Classic 2-Burner Camping Stove

the Coleman Cascade Classic 2-Burner cooking camp meals at a beachside camp

Coleman Classic 2-Burner Camping Stove

Author

Lightweight (especially for a double-burner), easy to use and transport, and boasting excellent cooking performance, this stove is a great choice for both beginners and seasoned camp chefs.

Snow Peak Home & Camp Butane Stove Full Review

the temperature controls of the Snow Peak Home & Camp butane stove

Snow Peak Home & Camp Butane Stove Full Review

Author

This lightweight stove packs into itself, making for such easy transport that you could throw this into a day pack for an adventurous lunch in the backcountry.

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