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A beautiful and simple moment of pine on a hike

A Mile in the Woods: The Quiet Joy of Local Trails

I still want to see the world, but I hope this is a reminder that hiking doesn't have to be a grand adventure every time. It can be a mile in your local forest, appreciating the sounds, scents, and sights of the wildlife in your area.

coros pace pro gps sports watch being used for a hike

Gear Review: COROS PACE Pro GPS Sport Watch

The Pace Pro is a new release from COROS and it's their nicest iteration of the Pace line of sports watches so far. Standouts for the Pace Pro are the very long-lasting battery, pin-point GPS accuracy and very lightweight design.

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All About Outdoor Vitals

hiker story taking place in the san juan mountains

Altitude Adventures of a Sea-Lubber: Ice Lake Basin

The hard part over, we arrived at the Ice Lake that gives the basin its name. Cool, clean, and surrounded by patches of remaining snowmelt, this was what I’d always imagined an alpine lake to be.

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SALE: PAKA Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals 2024

Our favorite alpaca wool company just announced their 2024 Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales for the year and we are stoked! Here's the rundown: * 11/1 - 11/26 : Buy One, Get One Crew Socks * 11/28 - 11/30 : Buy 3, Get 30% Off (excludes socks

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Outdoor Vitals NovaPro Restock & New Color

Right now you can get these or any other jacket or product on OutdoorVitals.com at Black Friday pricing. This is their biggest sale of the year, and each order comes with free gear!

a wide landscape in petrified forest national park along the crystal forest trail

Trail Report: Crystal Forest Trail In Petrified Forest National Park

The Crystal Forest Trail is a great short trail that the whole family can enjoy. It's rich in up-close sights and is dog-friendly. This is a great hike to stretch your legs on a road trip or to stack with other short hikes in Petrified Forest National Park.