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Mastering Mindfulness with the Healing Sounds of Nature

By: Pamela Sapio I'm always surprised by the people I see on the trail with earbuds in. Not that I don't love listening to tunes or diving into the latest episode of my favorite podcast, but one of...
Woman places bags inside tent.

From Car to Campsite, Sleep Happy in the New Celsius Sleeping Bag

By Pamela Sapio When spending time outdoors, the value of a good night's sleep cannot be overstated. Few things are worse than waking up shivering, or drenched in sweat, or with kink in your neck o...
Man walking in woods with backpack solo.
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Solo Hiking: 6 Tips to Stay Safe on the Trail

It was Thoreau who wrote, “I never found the companion that was so companionable as solitude.” And for many of us, it's the very reason we seek out the quiet places in nature. To escape the crowds ...
A deer fawn stands amidst tall grass.
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Wildlife Watching: Spotting Birds, Deer and Other Animals

Spending time outside is a fantastic  way to get memorable reminders of how you’re sharing the planet with wildlife. Watching creatures in their native habitats could give you a renewed appreciatio...
Female backpacker hiking solo in a field of flowers.
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Spring Wildflowers: A Guide to Blooming Beauties

One of the amazing things to appreciate about the spring is how it gives you so many opportunities to admire nature’s beauty. Spring wildflowers are great examples. You might be an avid gardener an...
Top Tips for Campfire Cooking
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Top Tips for Campfire Cooking

Camping in your car or a tent doesn’t have to mean sacrificing mouth-watering meals, especially when using your campfire as the main cooking method. We love these tips for helping you get great res...
Memorial Day Weekend Camping: Planning the Perfect Getaway
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Memorial Day Weekend Camping: Planning the Perfect Getaway

As the unofficial start of the summer season, Memorial Day weekend is one of the most popular camping holidays of the year. The weather is still cool enough that you won't melt into a puddle by mid...
Off-Season Camping: Why Spring Is a Great Time to Avoid the Crowds
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Off-Season Camping: Why Spring Is a Great Time to Avoid the Crowds

Now that the weather is warming up, you’re probably starting to plan some camping trips. However, you might wonder whether it’s better to go soon or wait a couple of months. We’ve found that Spring...
12 Must-Have Apps for Savvy Van Lifers
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12 Must-Have Apps for Savvy Van Lifers

Van lifers. Vandwellers. Overlanders. Nomads. Whatever you call them, those stalwart souls who leave behind the trappings of the everyday and choose instead to live a life on the road are the unsun...