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One Easy Way to Add Protein to your Breakfast
So we all know that getting enough protein in our diet is important but as someone who is picky and has a bunch of food allergies & intolerances, I’ve always struggled with eating enough protein. Until I realized, I could make things I like with protein powder. I don’t know about you, but I have a sweet tooth and prefer a sweet breakfast over a savory one. So waffles are one of my favorite breakfast foods. I began researching a bunch of different protein waffle recipes and so many of them were overly complicated, had too many ingredients, or just did not taste good. Until I stumbled upon one that…
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How to Organize your Gear!
If your like me, you have slowly begun collecting an ungodly amount of gear. Even though the great outdoors is an awesome *free* adventure, you need a lot of gear. Something I feel like I’m good at is organzing. I actually find the act of decluttering or organzing a messy drawer fun. So here is my guide to how I organize my gear. Let me start by saying, I’ve lived in tiny apartments for the last 6 years or so of my life, so I’ve begun using my gear organziation as my decor. So all my gear is easily accessilble but also visible. Many people enter my apartment and say,…
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Gear we Love for our Puppy, Haley!
So a month ago, Derrick and I traveled to Pennsylvania to pick up our puppy, Haley! She is a super sweet cream-colored samoyed puppy. She is maybe the cutest thing ever. Here is are some of her favorite things! Backcountry x Petco Travel Bowl – This is perfect for taking food and water on the go! Has a screw-on lid for traveling. Haley clearly loves it for sleeping! Backcountry x Petco Goat – perfect chew squeaky toy. Haley is often walking around the house carrying it! Backcountry x Petco Leash – perfect for walks to go potty or on the trail! Haley also loves it for when she takes herself…
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You got a Jeep! Now, what accessories do you need?
So you just bought yourself a Jeep Wrangler and you’re not sure what accessories you want and need. This is a comprehensive list of accessories we bought in our first year that have enhanced our jeep experience! But first, here is a little about our jeep! My Jeep So a year ago, my husband and I bought a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe Rubicon which basically means a plug-in hybrid Jeep Wrangler 4-door lifted. We traded both of our cars in for it because we live where we work, so we really only drove one car for errands and adventures. And thinking about the future, we decided a plug-in hybrid car…
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How to Pick the Perfect Backpack for Every Adventure!
A few posts ago I wrote a post about how to fit and pack your backpack so it fits everything you (and then some). But knowing which backpack to pick for which adventure matters. This post is about how to go about picking the best and then which ones I recommend! How to pick a backpack? Everyone is different and every backpack fits differently. When shopping for a backpack it’s important to pick the backpack that will fit your body properly, be the right size for what you need, and be within your budget! So Where do you start? Decide on the features you want & need. Backpacks are used…
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The Ultimate Cross Country Christmas Road Trip
In December 2021, my husband and I packed our bags and embarked on a journey across the country. Our farthest point west was Nevada and we wanted to make some stops to see friends and cool places along the way. Planning: I’ve planned plenty of things before including my wedding, backpacking trips, study abroad semester, and European backpacking trip but nothing like a drive cross country with our little Taxa Tiger Moth, and being constrained to only 2 weeks was a new challenge. Because now we had to think about fuel, food, and campgrounds. And as much as it seems that you can just park it anywhere, a lot of…
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How To Properly Layer For Outdoor Adventures
If you’ve ever been outside, you know the weather can change quickly so being prepared is super important. There are some basics to how to layer but there is also a bit of trial and error to find what works for you! When we think about layering, the season and weather matter. There is an order to layering with the 3 basic parts – base layers, warm layers, and shell layers. You’ll read more about them in a moment. One of the most important things to keep in mind when layering is never to wear cotton when traveling in the backcountry! This is because when cotton gets wet, it takes…
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How To Fit & Pack your Backpack For Adventures!
We all love backpacks and we also love filling them! If you’ve ever traveled with me you know that I pack everything and the kitchen sink because you never know what could go wrong! You have to always be prepared! So how do I fit everything in my backpack so the weight is well distributed and my backpack fits properly! When a backpack is fitted well, it will make a world of a difference in how you enjoy your trip! Before your fit and pack, your backpack, find out how to pick the right one here! How to fit your backpack: Congratulations, you got yourself a backpack, now it’s time…
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It is more than “Take Only Photos, Leave Only Footprints”!
We all know the phrase “take only pictures, leave only footprints” but leave no trace is so much more than that! There are actually seven principles that make up the basics of leaving no trace when traveling in the backcountry! #1 – Plan Ahead & Prepare Research the location you are heading. Be sure to know the predicted weather forecast and terrain you are traveling. Pack only what is necessary but bring all the proper equipment for the adventure ahead. Repack food to minimize waste. #2 – Travel & Camp on Durable Surfaces The best campsites are FOUND NOT MADE! So choose an established campsite over a backcountry one and…
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Adventure Holiday Gift Guide 2021
Are you wondering what to get that special someone who loves adventures and getting outside? Do you have no idea where to even start or what to get for them? Well look no farther, I got you covered!
