Category Archives: Outdoor Guides

Perfect Beginner Backpacking Trips in the US

The leap from day hiking to multi-day hiking can feel daunting. Backpacking is not as [...]

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10 Outdoor Adventures for Your Minnesota Bucket List

Minnesota probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think of incredible [...]

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How to Survive Hiking in Bear Country

Bear Safety Tips for Hikers At some point, almost all hikers will find themselves hiking [...]

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How to Hike the Flattop Mountain Trail in Anchorage

As I pulled into the parking lot for the Flattop Mountain Trail in Anchorage, a [...]

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Essential Guide to Biking the Anchorage Coastal Trail

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Scenic Bike Tour Biking the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail was at [...]

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Most Dangerous Hikes in the US (and How to Survive Them!)

We all head into nature for different reasons. To connect with nature. To disconnect from [...]

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Why You Need to Kayak the Apostle Islands Sea Caves

For months, I had been longingly scrolling through images of the Apostle Islands on Facebook [...]

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The Most Scenic State Park (in Every State)

Did you know that there are more than 10,000 state park areas in the United [...]

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Unique Gifts for Hikers and Travelers (From Small Businesses in Minnesota)

Are you looking for a unique gift for a hiker, outdoor lover or traveler in [...]

The Not-So-Essential Hiking Gear List

When packing for a long distance hike, ounces matter. Personally, I try to strike a [...]

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