What Is The Best Ultralight Sleeping Bag Ground Cloth? I’m all for simple solutions for outdoor related problems. I hate dealing with tents, they are a hassle to put up, take forever to take down, and block my view of the night sky. I’m also every weight conscious and will do anything to drop weight. I’m always searching for ultralight…
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Best Hiking Carrier For Babies
Osprey Baby Carrier Review: Hiking In Comfort With Your Toddler I was lucky enough to get the Osprey Poco Child Carrier as a baby shower gift from a few of my coworkers (best co-workers ever). It was seriously one of the best gifts in the world for me. Ella is 20 months old and has been using her Osprey…
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20+ Must Visit Phoenix Area Hikes
20+ Must Visit Hikes in the Phoenix Area: I love to hike and spend time outdoors. Over the last few years, I’ve gradually been building up a list of my favorite hikes in the Phoenix area. During our debt free journey, I was constantly looking for free activities. Hiking quickly became my number one free activity. All it takes is…
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Flash Flooding In Zion National Park
Flash Flooding In Zion National Park I’ve got a nemesis and its name is Telephone Canyon. My brother’s and I have tried to do this canyoneering route three times. I drove up from Phoenix this weekend, specifically to do Telephone Canyon and we got rained out in spectacular fashion. I’ve hiked in Zion National Park for years and have never…
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Phoenix Hiking: The Hand, Superstition Mountains, AZ
Hiking in the Superstition Mountains: The Hand The Hand is one of my least favorite climbing routes. That is a story for another day, but let’s just say it isn’t a fun route in the wind. Although it isn’t my favorite climbing route, it is a great hiking route within Lost Dutchman State Park. It is a simple 3 mile…
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