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Suzanne Downing

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Reading Trail Maps: 5 Tips to Enhance Your Next Hike

In the age of advanced technology, the debate between paper maps and digital navigation tools like handheld GPS devices has become common among hikers. There’s a timeless charm and reliability associated with paper maps that no digital alternative can completely replace — including a couple…

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Winter Gift Guide for Outdoor Adventurers

When the winter chill settles in across areas of the United States and Canada, the season brings a unique blend of tranquility and adventure for winter outdoor enthusiasts. Whether your circle of friends and family loves to explore snow-covered landscapes or finds solace in the…

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Camp Comfort: 3 Easy Fall Soup Recipes

If you enjoy spending time outdoors in chilly weather, you may agree that there’s nothing quite like the magic of fall camping. Whether you’re parked in a camper, rolling in a van, reclining in your car or embracing the tent life, camping in the fall…

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Top 4 Caves to Explore in the United States

If you’ve ever taken a cave tour, you know how fascinating exploring below the Earth’s surface can be. If you’re new to cave exploration there are a lot of cave systems to experience. In the U.S. alone, there are 150 caves open to the public.…

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5 Tips for Paddling a Kayak in Calm Water

If you’ve ever been kayaking, you know how serene it can feel to glide across a body of calm water — a lake, a pond, a gently flowing river. Also known as flatwater kayaking, kayaking in calm water offers you the freedom to explore with…

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