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6 Super Sustainable Sunglasses for Summer

Summer is here, son! And you know what that means! Sun’s out guns out! But also, you know, sunglasses. Because when you spend a lot of time outside you’ve got to protect those delicate peepers. Especially if you’re like me and you have wimpy blue eyes that shriek for shade in even bright-ish overcast conditions. But not all sunglasses are created equal. Trust us. We’ve learned this from decades of stocking up on inferior pairs. So ditch the cheap drugstore shades or even quality sunglasses made of non eco-friendly materials. Get a pair of one of these amazingly sustainable sunglasses instead.

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Surprising Destination: Things to do Outdoors in Beaumont, Texas

Beaumont, Texas isn’t on most people’s radar. Most Texans aren’t even aware of all the outdoorsy goodness this city in Southeast Texas has to offer. But allow us to remedy that! Because besides being the largest city between Houston and New Orleans, there’s plenty to entice outdoor enthusiasts to make Beaumont more than a pit stop on their way to someplace else (Big Thicket National Preserve, for starters). So grab your day pack and a dry bag or two and get moving! Because there are plenty of things to do outdoors in Beaumont.

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The Decathlon 2 Second Easy Tent: Easiest to Set Up and Super Dark

It’s quick! It’s easy! It pops up in 2 seconds…ish…It’s the Decathlon 2-second Easy Tent! And this car camping tent might be the easiest to set up, highest quality tent out there for all your car camping adventures. This thing is made of high-quality materials, can withstand wind, rain, and whatever other elements Mother Nature might throw at it, and–here’s the kicker–it’s made with blackout fabric for a dark, private sleeping experience outdoors! I know, right?! Read on to learn all about it and what we thought of the tent.

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An Intro to Bikepacking: Your Next Favorite Outdoor Adventure Sport

Thinking about getting started with bikepacking? We don’t blame you—while bikepacking isn’t exactly a new phenomenon, it’s grown in popularity and trendiness in recent years as more and more people notice the benefits of using a bike to explore the great outdoors. This self-supported style of mountain biking has sparked the imagination of many adventurers seeking to experience the world in a simpler, more sustainable way.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Camping: 10 Things you Need to Start Camping

Every year, more and more people head into the outdoors for a bit of exploration and relaxation. And we’re willing to bet that goes double this year, what with people all over the country scrapping summer plans that were supposed to involve theme parks, international travel, or crowded tourist attractions. But if you’re new to camping, how do you even get started? What camping gear do you *actually* need? Well, take a deep breath, cause we’ve got your back. We’ll help you figure it out with our handy beginners guide to camping: 10 things you need to start camping.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Buying Hiking Boots – How to Fit Hiking Boots

If you’re ready to shop for your first pair of hiking boots (or your first pair in a while), finding hiking boots that fit comfortably and correctly can seem a daunting task. So many shapes and colors and brands and styles! Plus, hiking boot sizes and shapes are all over the place, meaning you can’t just swap brands, order the same size you ordered with your last shoe, and expect them to fit exactly the same. Hiking boots and shoes are more complicated than your run-of-the-mill sneaker or even trail running shoes. But while color, style, and brand name may be the first details that catch our eye, fit is the most important factor when purchasing new hiking boots. But how do you correctly fit hiking boots and which type should you get? We’ll break down how to do just that right here, right now in our beginner’s guide to buying hiking boots.

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