Safety and Survival
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How to Protect Yourself in the Wilderness
Considering how to protect yourself in the wilderness By Scarlet Gratton Planning for your wilderness getaway never kicks off with thoughts on getting lost in the woods or spotting a bear. We envision perfect, sunny weather, peaceful hiking trails, butterflies, birdsong, waking up to the sound of the babbling brook nearby, and tasting fresh berries…
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Winter Camping in Subarctic Temperatures
Winter Camping in Subarctic Temperatures: you can do this! By Stephanie Woltman While winter temperatures of -30 degrees Celsius (-22 degrees Fahrenheit for all of the Americana out there) and camping don’t regularly fall within the same sentence, this past February I wanted to challenge myself to experience this. And what better time than…
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Camping in Cooler Climates
By Lisa Bohler Camping often includes warm, summer weather. In many parts of the country, though, cool temps are common most months out of the year. And in higher elevations of the Rockies, or in the Northwoods, it isn’t uncommon to have lows dip into the 40s or even the higher 30s all summer long.…
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Hike Like a Lady
Essential Tips Every Girl Must Know Being Out In The Wilderness. Sponsored Post By Meredith Hayes Hiking has become a popular way of spending our leisure time. However, women not so seldom face a hostile scenario when they are alone on the trail. There is a belief that a woman can’t survive on a more…
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Camping and safety: what you need to know
By Jessica Kelly Camping is an age-old adventure that humans all over the world continue to embark on come rain or shine. However, despite there being so many advantages to camping, it also offers some potential dangers that, if not well prepared for, could become life-threatening. From weather hazards to bugs, there are all sorts…
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Travel Safely: How to Make a Winter Car Emergency Kit
By Amanda Tallent Taking on the cold for your next trip? The winter season can bring some beautiful white wonderland scenes to your hiking trail or campground, totally transforming the landscape. While you’ve most likely packed proper clothing and gear for your trek, have you prepared your car for winter weather too? Winter weather conditions…
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No Box Single Folding Knife Review
By Sara Baird I exist within a family of campers, wilderness seekers, Boy Scouts, and hunters. It can be said that we are a family that knows the value of a good pocket knife. So much so, pocket knives are frequently gifted for holidays and special occasions. As our children grew into teens and began…
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Solo Women Travel Egypt
The dream Famous the world over for its ancient history, Egypt has long been a country many desire to experience. The mystery of the Pyramids, sailing down the waters of the Nile, seeing the mighty Sahara, visiting the majestic Karnak and other temples and monuments, wandering the Egyptian Museum, exploring the Valley of the…
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7 Solo Camping Safety Tips for Women
By Ester Banuchyan Camping is always fun when you are with a crowd. Here’s a confession though: I love camping alone. It gives me some much-needed time by myself that I don’t usually get at work or home. Besides, it makes me feel quite brave. As thrilling as solo camping can be for women, it…
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What to Do When Camping in Bad Weather
By Connie Jiang The life of a busy woman, juggling family, work, a social life, and other obligations can be stressful and exhausting. Sometimes the perfect remedy for the soul is a relaxing weekend or vacation camping. In the highlands or in the woods, nature has a way of melting away stress and can be…