Jill
Every year, more people fall in love with camping. Especially now, when many of us have been limited to minimal travel for the past 15 months, people are looking to get back out in nature and celebrate breathing free. And while there are those folks who take naturally to camping out, some take a little…
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Most water adventures are made more fun when we bring our furry best friends along. Their canine enthusiasm for new sights and smells can make an average kayak journey the highlight of the summer, and their companionship can remind us to live in the moment. But our responsibilities as human companions are to ensure that…
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Cyclists often have a preference about their terrain. Road bikers, off-road or mountain bikers, and stationary bikers all care about the gear necessary to their specific pursuit, and sometimes that gear can be used across all categories. But sometimes, what works best for the road doesn’t necessarily cross over well for dirt. Machines for…
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As travel begins to open up this spring, many people are looking at a summer of adventure. For those who are called to hit the road, whether it’s visiting places in your own backyard or road tripping farther afield, the portability of meals can be both a sustainability consideration as well as one of convenience.…
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I’m always down for lightening my luggage. It doesn’t matter if I’m checking a bag or carrying it into the cabin, whether I’m driving with it or lugging it on my back. I want to bring as little as possible, weighing as little as possible, to do everything that I need. That results in less…
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While most of my travels have been based around outdoor activities, it can be challenging to pack light for multi-activity trips. It’s why I choose most of my clothing pieces based on performance and versatility. Almost everything has to do double duty. When I head out on the road again, I’m bringing my Hoka…
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One of the things I have not missed in this past pandemic year is the occasional need to take my shoes off at security checkpoints in airports. Sure, TSA PreCheck lets travelers skate this requirement, but it’s still necessary at checkpoints without PreCheck and most international airports. I’ve long loved OluKai’s drop-in heel design…
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Warmer temperatures and post-vaccine travel are calling, and whether you’re choosing to venture out sooner or later, it’s time to take stock of your stash of summer outdoor gear. Do you remember what you loved about your shorts? Or, did you make a mental note to get a pair that fits your adventure lifestyle a…
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Water purifiers aren’t only for those who travel far into the backcountry or developing nations. As we’ve witnessed this past winter, any region can have water disasters, from water mains breaking to frozen or broken lines to mechanical failures. Sure, you can stock up on bottled water in plastic containers, but those may not always…
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The best travel clothes fit your lifestyle. And when you’re packing light and require clothes that can work for you in a variety of scenarios, you need pieces that are comfortable, perform well, and look good. The more I travel, the more I’m able to pare down what I pack, and multifunctional pieces are essential.…
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