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The Best Tour in Tulum, Mexico That You've Never Even Heard Of
I spent roughly 3 weeks in Mexico, from Mexico City to Holbox Island to Tulum. During this time I had some insane adventures and some...
Hannah Smentkowski
Dec 9, 20229 min read
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Everything You Need To Know To Go Solo Camping Like a Pro
Why in the hell would you want to go camping all alone in the big dark scary woods?! Because I like it, that's why! And if you love...
Hannah Smentkowski
Mar 4, 20229 min read
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16 Easy Yoga Poses for Healthy Hikers and Backpackers
Honestly, I don't think I really consider myself a "yogi", I feel like for that you have to be able to do the splits and hold a stretch...
Hannah Smentkowski
Feb 18, 20229 min read
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Budget Car Camping 101: The Ultimate Guide to Sleeping in Your Car for Cheap
Almost everyone I know has had a fantasy of living out of a van for some period of their life or the badass Overlanding jeeps with the...
Hannah Smentkowski
Feb 4, 20229 min read
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How to Avoid Some of the Worst Hiking Mistakes You Can Make
For the most part, hiking is a very simple process, you find a trail, grab your water and hiking shoes and you're out the door. But...
Hannah Smentkowski
Jan 21, 20226 min read
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6 Ways to Survive the Cold Winter Until the Next Camping Season
If you really want to secret to surviving winter it's super simple, just move to Southern California! Just kidding (sort of) but like...
Hannah Smentkowski
Jan 7, 20225 min read
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The 10 Perfect Holiday Gifts that Hikers Actually Want!
Finding the right gift for the outdoorsy person in your life can be extremely difficult, especially if they're like me and already own...
Hannah Smentkowski
Dec 10, 20218 min read
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The 5 Coolest Small Towns in Colorado You Must Visit
When you first come to Colorado you’re probably hitting up the biggest most popular cities you’ve heard about like Denver, Vail, or...
Hannah Smentkowski
Nov 26, 20215 min read
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The 6 Most Unique Colorado Bucketlist Experiences
Without a doubt, Colorado is one of the most beautiful and sought-after travel destinations in the US. But while most people come to this...
Hannah Smentkowski
Nov 12, 20217 min read
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The 5 Adventurous Colorado Towns You Cannot Miss For Your Next Trip
When most people imagine Colorado, they may think of hiking the Rocky Mountains or strolling along Denver's cityscape, but the most...
Hannah Smentkowski
Oct 29, 20218 min read
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The Most Delicious Hike in Fort Collins, Colorado: The Fort Collins Brewery Trail
After living in Fort Collins for several years I was quite surprised that I could not find any kind of brewery hike or bar crawl in a...
Hannah Smentkowski
Oct 15, 20218 min read
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The Most Unique National Park in America: Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve
As part of an epic 2-week road trip around Colorado, I was able to experience one of the most unique National Parks in the entire United...
Hannah Smentkowski
Oct 1, 20215 min read
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The Top 5 Hiking Trails in Northern Colorado: Fort Collins and Beyond
Luckily, the Northern part of Colorado is still mostly vacant from tourists due to the more famous towns in the South part of the state...
Hannah Smentkowski
Sep 17, 20215 min read
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3 Outdoor Gear Companies That You Need For Camping
When shopping for camping or hiking gear it can get a bit overwhelming with the choices of products and brands. And it's especially scary...
Hannah Smentkowski
Sep 3, 20215 min read
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6 Weird Hiking Gear Purchases That Will Change Your Hiking Game
While a lot of hikes can be done with a good pair of shoes and a bottle full of water, for the more avid hiker you have to get a bit more...
Hannah Smentkowski
Aug 20, 20215 min read
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The 5 Things You Need To Do Before Your First Trip Abroad
I’ve always wanted to be an adventurous person. Someone who was always on the move, jet-setting around the world at a moment's notice,...
Hannah Smentkowski
Aug 6, 20215 min read
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The Most Unique Hostel You've Ever Seen: Casa en el Agua, Cartagena Colombia
While many hostels try to have their own gimmick, from rainbow-painted facades to bubble pool parties, to glow-in-the-dark dinners, this...
Hannah Smentkowski
Jul 23, 20215 min read
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The 5 Best and 5 Worst Things To Do While Visiting Cartagena, Colombia
When I imagine Colombia, I think of dense rainforests full of opportunities to hike, camp, and explore, staying in straw huts without...
Hannah Smentkowski
Jul 9, 20218 min read
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5 Insider Tips From a Former Camping Store Employee
I never thought working a sales job in retail would be a dream career, with long hours, upset customers, and standing on my feet all day,...
Hannah Smentkowski
Jun 25, 20215 min read
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The 4 Things You Need to Know Before Hiking With Your Dog
Hiking with your dog can be an extremely fun bonding experience with your pet. Both you and your dog should have daily exercise and what...
Hannah Smentkowski
Jun 11, 20214 min read
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