How to Filter Water in the Backcountry || REI

No one wants to drink water that will make them sick during a trip into the backcountry, so the best thing to do to avoid drinking contaminated water is to treat or filter it first. In this video, Miranda shows you what to look for in a water source and the right way to gather that water. If you want to learn more about treating water, read our article: rei.com/learn/expert-advice/water-treatment-how…

To learn how to choose a water filter, check out our video: youtu.be/tD-Ya2SQk3k -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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