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Essential Gear & Clothing Items Every Hiker Should Have

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Guest Post by: Jenny Bloom

One of the great things about hiking is that it doesn’t absolutely require as much gear as many other sports. It’s easy for just about anyone to go out and hit the trail without spending a fortune on supplies. Still, it is important to invest in a few essentials to help you stay safe and comfortable during your trek.

The exact gear and clothing you need varies depending on where and how far you are hiking. [Read more…] about Essential Gear & Clothing Items Every Hiker Should Have

Hiking snacks to add variety to your pack

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Let’s talk about hiking snacks. I don’t about you but I get burned out pretty quick on the same old protein bars over and over again. So, just wanted to share some of my go-to hiking snack ideas with you that have been getting me through my hiking trips so far this summer, and would love to hear what some of yours are too! [Read more…] about Hiking snacks to add variety to your pack

Must have hiking and camping gear guide

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As much as I love REI, or any gear store really, who are we kidding, I’m like a kid in a candy store in there! But I live out in the middle of nowhere in the Colorado Rockies. So, there aren’t exactly a plethora of local hiking and camping gear retailers out here.

As a Prime member, I end up buying a lot of things on Amazon. When it comes to hiking and camping gear, I’ll check Amazon first especially for smaller/inexpensive gear items, and any consumable items I take on the trail. Although, if there’s a bigger ticket item you know you want specifically, it’s always worth checking it out on Amazon for a price comparison. [Read more…] about Must have hiking and camping gear guide

How to make the most out of Prime Day

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A couple years ago I stumbled into Amazon Prime Day. I think I saw some ad for it the same day it was happening and was kinda like oh cool, but it went by so fast and I wasn’t sure what I wanted or if I needed anything or really what was going on with Amazon.

But not this year. This year, I have an attack plan and I’m excited to share some tips with you to be strategic and make the most out of Prime Day without going crazy and overspending, too much.

Get ready, Prime Day starts on July 16, 2018 at 3pm EST. Check out the deals on Outdoor Gear here. [Read more…] about How to make the most out of Prime Day

Our Favorite Hiking Books on Amazon

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While I’m an embarrassingly slow reader, I love to read! And secretly love to collect books about hiking adventures on my bookshelf! I’ve finally compiled a list of some of my favorite hiking books, and some that have just been on my wish list for a long time.

I hope these hiking books give you an idea of something new to read whether you’re on the trail, or day dreaming from the comfort of home. [Read more…] about Our Favorite Hiking Books on Amazon