Emergency Water Filters: A Closer Look
Water treatment is a complicated science, but understanding the basics ensures you’ll pick the device that’s right for you.
Water 101: Decoding Water Filter Testing Claims
Most reputable water filters claim to meet certain testing standards. But what do those claims really mean?
Complete Guide to Water Treatment
MSR’s Complete Guide to the Basics of Water TreatmentWhat kind of water treatment do I need?It’s a simple question, but there is no easy answer. Water treatment is far from a black and white subject; differing threats, varying standards and lack of information can make it a challenge to determine which threats you will encounter. To compound the matter, the various water treatment systems available can be difficult to understand; microfilters, chemicals, UV light treatments and purifiers offer d
Water Treatment 101: When & Why Should I Treat Backcountry Water?
The only real way to verify that your water is safe to drink is to treat it. And the effort it takes to treat water is minor compared to the complications of illness.
Water Treatment 101: Understanding Giardia
Demystifying the nasty bug that’s responsible for beaver fever.
Water 101: Safe Water Treatment Solutions for International Travelers
Whether you’re planning a backcountry trip or an urban adventure abroad—say, an Annapurna Circuit trek in Nepal, or a cultural tour of its capital, Kathmandu—you’ll want to take extra precautions with your drinking water. In many developing countries, both municipal drinking water and backcountry water are prone to viruses in addition to bacteria and protozoa. Bringing a water purification system with you is a smart way to help protect you from viral infections that can jeopardize your health, not to mention ruin your vacation. There are a few water treatment options available to you that target different qualities of water. A general rule when treating water is to start with the clearest water possible, but sometimes your options are limited. Here’s what you should know about treating water when traveling…
Water Treatment 101: Viruses
Originally published on February 12, 2015. Viruses take the cake as tiniest of the waterborne disease-causing microorganisms—smaller than both protozoa and bacteria. These nasty little bugs are also the least understood by scientists, and cause the greatest range of symptoms across infected individuals. The good new is, in North American backcountries, viruses are typically considered much less of a concern than the other pathogenic threats.
Celebrate World Water Day
On this world water day, we give a special thanks those who are working hard to make a difference.
3 Ways the Guardian Purifier Improves How You Travel
The Guardian may be one of the most important tools of the international traveler.