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Stop Repeating These 10 Outdoor Myths

Alisha McDarris — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 22:54:26 +0000

When it comes to the outdoors, there are a lot of myths about animals' survival, navigation, and more that people have perpetuated for years, sometimes decades. Like, for example, when people in Fayetteville, Arkansas, who have clearly never left the state say that the city is just like Austin, Texas. I've lived in both places, okay? It's really not. Anyway, it's the same with these 10 outdoors-oriented myths. One person says one slightly incorrect thing one time, and everybody feels like they have to repeat it. So, we're gonna straighten some things out right here, right now, so you're not spouting nonsense the next time someone asks you about bear bells.

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6 Hikes Near Las Vegas (And Other Rad Outdoor Activities)

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 22:35:47 +0000

Headed to Vegas but prefer to opt outside instead of hitting the strip? We feel you. Nightlife isn't our thing either (though if you dig both, then you're in the right city). Fortunately, There's a wealth of rad hikes near Las Vegas, plus other adventurous outdoor activities within an easy drive from the city center.

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Backpacking and Camping During Your Period: How to Have a Better Period Outdoors

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:57:17 +0000

Let’s talk about periods! And I’m not talking about punctuation! Yep, this guide to backpacking or camping during your period goes out to all the people out there who menstruate! Because we want to help you get outside to play even when you're menstruating. Because being on your period while camping or hiking or kayaking or backpacking shouldn't be scary and it shouldn't keep you from recreating if you don't want it to. So here are a few tips, tools, and advice for better (and more sustainable) periods outdoors.

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Vegan Energy Gummies to Fuel Your Most Epic Adventures

Alisha McDarris — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 20:24:02 +0000

Whether you're backpacking, bikepacking, trail running, cycling, or whatever the heck else it is you do, it's kinda important to keep your body fueled and engine running. Almost as important as staying hydrated. But a lot of easy, tasty options out there for fueling quickly on the go aren't vegan, including some energy gummies and chews (many contain gelatin, which is made of fish or animal bones). Fortunately, there are some baller and delicious vegan energy chews out there for the plant-based crowd. Huzzah! Here are 5 that we've tried and why we dig 'em.

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It’s Tick Season! Don’t Believe These Myths about Ticks

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 04 May 2023 14:43:39 +0000

Ticks are the worst. Give me mosquitos any day over ticks. Sure, both can carry disease, but in the U.S. ticks are more likely to give you something gnarly (like Lyme disease or Alpha Gal) that mosquitos. And there's just something about an insect that sticks its head into your skin to feed off of you and that's difficult to remove that's totally unsettling (we feel similarly about leeches). But as much as we hate ticks, we'll admit that they're a bit misunderstood. And they definitely shouldn't keep you from going outside this summer. So we chatted with Dr. Thomas Mather, an expert on all things ticks, to dispel some myths about ticks, explain how to protect yourself, what insect repellents actually work, and what to do if you do get snacked on.

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How Leave No Trace Principles Could Save You $300,000

Alisha McDarris — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 05:01:20 +0000

One man has been fined $300,000 for not adhering to Leave No Trace principles. Don't be that guy.

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4 Winter Hikes Near Aspen for People Who Don’t Ski

Alisha McDarris — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 00:59:38 +0000

If you find yourself in Aspen or its surrounds during ski season, but downhill skiing isn't really your thing, fear not! There are plenty of winter hikes near Aspen to keep you occupied. Just lace up those waterproof boots, grab some traction devices or snowshoes, and hit the snowy trails! You'll get epic views, great photo ops, and have a great time on uncrowded paths that don't require expensive lift tickets or waiting in long lines. Here are 5 winter hikes near Aspen, all within a 45 minute drive (give or take).

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Fanny Pack vs Backpack: A Gear Showdown!

Alisha McDarris — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 05:15:06 +0000

It's a debate as old as time...Or probably just as old as the 90's or whenever hip packs, bum bags, waist packs, or whatever you call them in your neck of the woods came into vogue: Which is better for hiking and other outdoor activities? A hip pack or backpack? They are, after all, very different animals. And serve very different purposes and functions. Or do they? We'll break down what each does best in this backpack vs hip pack showdown to help you decide which you want to carry on your next outdoor excursion.

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The 10 Best Gifts for Outdoor Enthusiasts [Gift Guide]

Alisha McDarris — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 22:05:29 +0000

You know we love gear here at Terradrift. And if you know a hiking maniac, mountain biking fanatic, camping freak, climbing enthusiast, passionate paddler, or berserk backpacker, it's probably safe to say they love gear, too (and wouldn't mind receiving some as gifts for Christmahanukwanzadan). So we made it easy for you and rounded up some of our favorite outdoors gifts. Ready or not, here is out outdoor gift guide with 10 stellar gifts for outdoor lovers, all in one place.

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California Road Trip: El Dorado, Tuolumne, and Mono Counties

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 23:37:57 +0000

We all know California is practically made for road trips, right? I mean, the coastlines, the mountains, the national parks! But the coastal highway gets all the love (for good reason; we've driven it ourselves). So we set out to explore a bit more of the state on an inland Northern California road trip for the ages. And trust us when we say there's plenty of adventure to be had.

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