Category Archives: Outdoors

Marveling at the sunset is one of the best things to do in Badlands National Park
11 Awe-Inspiring Things to Do in Badlands National Park

With pink cotton candy colored clouds visually melting across the sky above the jagged rock [...]

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Jul
Unforgettable Things to Do in Levi Finland in Winter (for non-skiers!)
8 Unforgettable Outdoorsy Things to Do in Levi Finland in Winter (That Aren’t Skiing!)

With 718 lakes, 2053 saunas, and more than 20 kilometers of winter walking and fat [...]

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14
Jul
How to Avoid Getting Eaten Alive by Mosquitoes and Ticks for Hikers

With the longer days and warmer temperatures comes the inevitable onslaught of mosquitoes. It’s an [...]

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20
Jun
Bright blue sky as seen from the bottom of Korouoma Canyon near Rovaniemi in winter. Along the snowy canyon wall are giant frozen waterfalls among the trees.
Unique & Wonderful Winter Activities in Rovaniemi Finland

There was no question in my mind that I would make a stop in the [...]

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May
How to choose between Levi and Rovaniemi when visiting Lapland in winter! Image of me hiking in deep snow in a forest overlooking a frozen lake with sun shining on me.
What is the Best Place to Visit in Lapland in Winter?

Levi or Rovaniemi? When I excitedly scanned my DNA results, my eyes stopped when I [...]

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12
Apr
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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19
Mar
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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23
Feb
Inca Trail Packing List: A Prepared Girl’s Guide

So, you’re getting ready to hike the Inca Trail! Yay! But, wait, what in the [...]

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31
Jan
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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27
Jan
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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Nov