Name: Gary Eblen
Age: 62
Location: Hendersonville, NC
Activities: hiking, camping,backpacking,paddling, tennis, climbing, birding
Short Bio: I first came to Western NC to work at a summer camp in 1969. I met my wife Barbara at camp in 1975. We have two grown children, Michael and Jessica and two rescue cats, Colonel Mosby and Janey.

Welcome to Frugal Backpacker! Located in scenic Asheville, NC. We specialize in vendor samples and closeouts which ensure you will always save money and never sacrifice performance or quality. Our inventory changes rapidly and new deals arrive daily! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to get the inside scoop on when the hottest gear and clothing will hit the floor! 

Store Hours Monday-Saturday 10-7pm, Sunday 12-6pm    Store Phone (828)-209-1530