If you’ve ever packed for a trip, you know it doesn’t take long to fill up a suitcase. Similarly, it’s easy to fill up a backpack when you find yourself prepping for a long hike into the unknown. You want to bring all the essentials in a way that won’t weigh you down. When packing […]
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Ice fishing is not something that everyone can appreciate. I mean, who in their right mind would want to sit in the middle of a frozen lake and freeze their butt off for some stinking fish? Well, I do, for one, and there are thousands of other people who can’t wait for the lakes to
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My wife and I recently found a Chariot Kid’s bike trailer for sale on our local craigslist. It was such a good deal and we felt we couldn’t pass up the chance to spend more time with our daughters outside. Yet, if I were going to pull my daughter all over town, I would need
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It’s here! Ice fishing season is upon us, and you can’t wait to hit the ice and see what you can catch. There is nothing better than the taste of freshly caught fish that has been sliced, breaded, and thrown into a hot cast iron pan. How you choose to fillet and cook your fish
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A short hike is a great way to immerse yourself in nature and soak up all the wonders Mother Nature has to offer. Maybe you’re just traveling a few miles to get your feet wet in the world of hiking. Or maybe, due to time constraints, you don’t have time for a longer hike but
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Ready to trade house slippers and spit-up shirts back in for your hiking boots and mountain views? Are you worried that taking your baby along is going to be more hassle than it’s worth? Don’t be! Bring baby along and start enjoying the great outdoors again. But first, let’s talk about some critical gear before
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Expectant parents get a ton of advice from well-meaning family and friends. Most of it’s appreciated, but some of it might make you want to roll your eyes. “You better sleep now while you still can!” isn’t helpful, but my personal favorite was always “Enjoy doing what you love now, ‘cause you can’t do that
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One of the more common hiking tips given out by experts is to avoid hiking alone and for a good reason. Hiking with a partner or small group ensures that someone can help should trouble arise, not to mention you have someone to share the burden of carrying supplies. But what happens if there is
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Unless you live near the beach year-round, you may be unaware of a fifth season many New Englanders loathingly call mud season. Mud season is a natural phenomenon occurring at the end of winter in late March and continuing until May. It results from a combination of thawing snow and frequent spring rains, producing an
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With sweeping views of red rocks, craggy mountains, and unique foliage, a desert hike can be a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience all the desert has to offer. Though a desert hike may sound a little intimidating, with a bit of planning and foresight, you can make your hike an enjoyable and safe experience. Here are
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