Getting equipped
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6 Clothing Essentials for Camping
By Allena Rissa Camping out with friends and family is a true adventure. From day hikes to swimming in rivers to stargazing, there are countless things to do. To ensure you’re prepared for the different excursions you may end up doing, it’s important to pack the right types of clothing. Clothing Essentials for Camping…
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5 Innovative Hygienic Camping Products for Women
Sponsored Post from GeekPrepper.com One of the most relevant aspects associated with backpacking and camping is minimalism. The entire adventure requires you to leave most of your things at home and rely on just a few essentials that will let you survive a few days outdoors. Backpacking and camping do not also give you adequate…
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Sleeping Under the Stars: Backpacking Gear Guide
By Shannon Minnis Every year, millions of people pack their gear and head outside to camp. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you live, there’s nothing quite like the long-lasting memories you create when you’re camping. When going out in the wilderness it can be refreshing to totally unplug. This is what’s referred…
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Camping Skin Care Tips
By Amanda Moore Exploring the outdoors doesn’t have to mean neglecting your skin. As your body’s largest organ, your skin protects you from dirt and debris, and at the end of a long day by the lake or hiking in the woods, it deserves plenty of love and attention. Camping may limit your usual stockpile…
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Camping Set Up Ideas
By Shahin For nature lovers, camping is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. Camping is an exciting way to lose yourself in the lap of nature. It let you escape from the hectic and tedious day-to-day life. Do you know, there is no better feeling than staring at the stars at night? Indeed! Moreover, it’s…
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Dear Natalie: Try Solo New York Backpacks
Solo New York Backpacks Review By Natalie McCarthy Dear Natalie, Any suggestions on how to best schlep my stuff around town on a regular basis? Sincerely, My Back Hurts _______________________________________________________________________________ Dear Achy Back, I always regret the carry-on I choose when I travel. I can never seem to choose correctly. I have a tendency…
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Understanding the “Open Road of Life”
My findings on the Open Road of Life by Meghan McHugh, under the advisement of Dr Lorie A. Tuma Hi! My name is Meghan. I am a senior at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) and I am getting ready to graduate. Look out world, here I come! My last year at GVSU took place around…
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Review of Moon USA National Parks
Moon USA National Parks By Jessica Shouse The Complete Guide to All 59 Parks America’s National Park System is made up of 59 unique parks across the country. Whether you’re searching for extreme adventure, seeking peaceful solitude or planning a family vacation, the National Park System has something for everyone. It most certainly can…
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Dear Natalie Try the P-Rite
By Natalie McCarthy Dear Natalie, I am a bit uncomfortable taking a wee outdoors. Is there any hope for it ever getting easier? Sincerely, Wobbly whizzer ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dear WW, There are people whose physical constitution enables them to side-step many uncomfortable bathroom situations. These people do not know the panic of opening…
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6 Trekking Pole Uses
6 Trekking Pole Uses – of the non-traditional kind. By Kristi Westberg I’ll be very honest. It took me quite a while to admit I needed a set of trekking poles. I used to feel like trekking poles were a sign of weakness, an extra couple of things to carry, and unnecessary to my kind…