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Going Backpacking for the First Time
BY: Mecca R. Dennehy
As an avid camper, I used to think car camping was the way to go: I didn’t have to worry about finding a spot to camp because I reserved one online, I got to sleep on an air m...

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Reasons to go Backpacking
By: Meg Atteberry
We love the feeling of sleeping out in the wilderness. When you spend your day walking to your campsite, you get to truly disconnect and tune into nature. When you stay far from ...

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5 Tips for First Time Backpackers
By: Mikayla Koeltzow
Day and night, exploring the outdoors, breathing in the fresh air. The only sounds are your footsteps, the flowing river, and the wind rustling through the trees. Unplugged fr...

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Volunteering in the Outdoors
Volunteering in the Outdoors // Getting Out + Getting Back
We all love getting outside + experiencing the peaceful beauty that we can only find along a lonely trail or while taking in a hard earne...

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New Adventures with Strangers
New Adventures with Stranger You call up our friends for a day on the trail. You and your crew have familiar places you enjoy going, the crew consists of people you're comfortable with, and you kno...

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What Is an R-Value and Why Does it Matter?
When it comes to your sleep system, comfort is king (or queen) and it all starts with getting your body off of the ground, or utilizing a sleeping pad. The R-Value of your sleeping pad determines j...

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Solo Adventuring: Things to Consider
There are plenty of reasons to head out on your next adventure alone. Maybe your regular adventure buddies are busy. Maybe you're just looking to take on a few challenge all by yourself. Whatever t...

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Making the Most of Your Weekend
When you’re living the 9-5 life getting outside is a challenge. Even if you’re ducking out of work at 3pm or 4pm on your lucky days...motivating yourself to get outside + roam after a long day is n...

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Six Excuses to Go Outside!
Excuses...they're always seen as something negative. You know, the elaborate excuses you fabricate to get out of work early or to stay in bed late. People tend to see excuses as a way to get out of...