In the outdoors, I’m not afraid of snakes or bears and definitely not insects. But I’ll admit it: ticks absolutely freak me out. I’ve had Lyme disease before, and it is no joke. The good news is that, if you remove a tick properly within 24 hours of it biting you, there is almost no […]
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As much as I love Mother Nature, I also know that she isn’t always kind. Even if you are completely prepared, bad things can happen. Nobody is immune to injury, sickness, getting lost, animal attacks…
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Cooking while camping can be a great challenge or a great joy – just like cooking with your kids. Mealtimes can mean pure chaos, with everything from hangry temper tantrums, major messes, and picky eaters. But with the right stove, cook set, ingredients, and attitudes, you can turn your mornings at the campsite from anxious
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The last time I posted was to write about my terrible experience backpacking while pregnant. Now that I’m well into the 2nd trimester and the chronic puking has slowed down (and hopefully will stop soon), I’m ready to start backpacking again. I’ve got tickets for Egypt booked and plan on camping out in the White
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Cycling tours are a great alternative way to travel to destinations you might not see otherwise. These bicycle tours are not possible from a rental car or train. You just need good condition bikes to enjoy the rides.
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Kosovo is most known for the war in the 1990s and its disputed country status. What gets lost behind the politics is that Kosovo has some amazing nature. Combine this with the local hospitality and open laws for wild camping, and you’ve got one of the best places to enjoy untouched wilderness.
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