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Hiking, How ToAugust 30, 2022November 18, 2023

The best way to clean your hiking boots

cleaning boots at river

Hiking boots are heavy duty, but they still need post-hiking care. Here is a simple, step-by-step general approach to cleaning your hiking boots after every outing. Step 1: Wash Them For some hikes, the layer of grime and dirt is so light that just standing …

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Derek Edwards
Featured, How To, TravelingJune 17, 2022November 18, 2023

5 ways I improved my international travels

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There is always a way to improve your travels. The only question is, what works for you? Let us take a look at 5 ways to improve your travels, reducing stress and increasing the overall enjoyment you are likely to experience.  Pack smaller and lighter …

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Derek Edwards
Featured, How To, TravelingJune 10, 2022November 18, 2023

How to Travel with Chronic Kidney Disease

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If you are one of the millions of people who suffer from chronic kidney disease, you know that traveling can be difficult. You may be wondering how to travel with chronic kidney disease and what tips are available to make it easier. Whether you are …

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Derek Edwards
Featured, Fishing, How ToMarch 3, 2022November 18, 2023

How I Eased My Way Into Fishing

shadow of people fishing

Aside from camping with my dad and grandpa when I was younger, I didn’t have much experience with fishing in my younger years. Fishing was a great way to bond with my family, but it mostly consisted of listening to my dad and grandpa telling …

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Derek Edwards
Camping, How ToJune 15, 2021November 17, 2023

Tips on Cutting Weight for Camping

backpack and sleeping mat for camping

Today we have a special guest post from Patrick, a camping addict and nature lover, who runs the site OutdoorOnly.com.  He’s got some great information on cutting down your pack weight, something I’m starting to get more serious about as I look to explore more multi-day …

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Derek Edwards
Camping, Featured, How To, Off-roadingJune 12, 2021November 18, 2023

Is Your SUV Ready for Off-Roading? Here’s How to Tell

SUV under the night sky

Exploring the backcountry in your vehicle is one of the best ways to get to remote spots that would be tough or impossible to hike or bike to. But can your vehicle handle it? If you have a 4-wheel-drive truck or Jeep, chances are that …

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Derek Edwards
Camping, Photos, ReviewsMay 26, 2021November 15, 2023

South Carlsbad State Beach (Review)

plate of food by the beach

This one was a long time in the making.  This past weekend we camped up at South Carlsbad State Beach, but actually booked this all the way back in December!  Was it worth it? Let’s find out… So we’ve done car camping before – a …

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Derek Edwards
Camping, Interesting, Off-roadingApril 16, 2021November 18, 2023

Buggies in the Badlands

men in helmets

How’s it going everyone?  We’re now halfway through the month of April and it’s starting to feel a whole lot like summer here in Southern California.  As a way to celebrate my 32nd birthday, myself and two of my closest friends spent a weekend at …

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Derek Edwards
Camping, InterestingDecember 9, 2020November 15, 2023

Vanlife: Adventures in Small Spaces

van and tent in nature

Today we have a guest post by my friend Ari Adler from over at trekers.org on van living.  This concept has been gaining a lot of attention over the past few years and something I’m really interested in. Thanks Ari! Traveling and camping in a Class …

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Derek Edwards
Hiking, How ToNovember 9, 2020November 17, 2023

Mother Nature’s Best Friend: a Guide to Hiking With Your Dog

woman walking dogs on a leash

Today’s post is brought to us by Johanes Godoy, digital storyteller and the founder of Wanderera. Be sure to check out her blog for some great recommendations on international travel! Hiking is a fun and thrilling experience especially when you finally see the breathtaking view …

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