Gear Review: P-Kits, Women’s Bathroom Solution
P-Kits is a perfect example of a woman starting a business to fulfill a need she had herself, to the benefit of outdoor-loving women everywhere! [Technically, this article isn’t a …
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Gear Review: Marmot PreCip Jacket
This is my go-to jacket for so many outdoor activities: hiking, paddling, biking, camping, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing. Even though it’s a shell, it’s windproof and waterproof, and all I need …
Kayak vs. Canoe vs. Paddleboard
Kayak or canoe or stand-up paddleboard—which is best? It depends! Paddlesports, especially kayaking, have been growing exponentially here in the US during this COVID-19 season. There are several reasons for …
Outdoorsy: The Airbnb of the RV World
The creative folks at Outdoorsy took a concept that already works in one sphere—rental homes and rooms—and transferred it to a new sphere—the RV world. Brilliant! According to the RV …
10 Top Reasons to Use Trekking Poles [Video]
Casual day hikers don’t commonly use trekking poles here in the US…and least not yet. I understand they’ve been common in Europe for many years, though. Why? What are we …
Gear-Up for the Coming Cold Weather!
For many of us, moving into autumn means moving into cold weather. That doesn’t have to mean hibernation!! I’ve found there are two major factors in not retreating indoors during …
Gear Review: LL Bean Vista Trekking Shorts
LL Bean’s Vista Trekking Shorts are my all-time favorite shorts for outdoor activity, bar none. Here’s why: Why These Shorts are So Great I have three pairs of these shorts …
Pre-Packaged Camp & Trail Food: Should You Buy It or Make Your Own?
If you’re into gourmet outdoor cooking when you camp, don’t bother reading this post! This is for folks who want easy, fuss-free meals using as few utensils and dishes as …
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Outdoor Winter Gear to Keep You Moving
Those of us who live in (or travel to) the North have a decision to make: To be or not to be outside during the winter??! That’s a good question. …
Gear Review: Black Hills Pants from Duluth Trading Co.
My Black Hills Pants from Duluth Trading Co. have become my go-to cold weather pants. I absolutely LOVE them! I had been drooling over them in their catalog for a …
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