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Last year I took a nine-day road trip from Seattle through the Mighty Five National Parks in Utah and back home. I had a week off work...

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I took my first solo trip in many months today. It was just a day trip, but it was so refreshing and helped me get back to feeling like...

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Instead of my usual ramblings today, I thought I'd share my stance on the influencer topic of whether to geotag locations. Contents: What...

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Let's talk backpacking gear! Starting out can be a intimidating. Gear prices add up quickly and it's hard to know where to begin....

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13 of my favorite apps to use for backpacking that include safety, maps, trip planning, and a few that are just for fun.

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Happy New Year! Are you as excited as I am to be done with 2020 and start fresh in a new year? Even though my rational self knows nothing...

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10 steps to take if you want to try backpacking, but aren't sure where to start. Follow this framework to prepare yourself for the trail!

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