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Looking for the newest gear, perhaps even a high quality waterproof musical...
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December is now within spitting distance so it’s time for my 2023...
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The Torres del Paine trek – which includes the O and W...
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Summertime means camping season! And while most people think of sunny skies...
I hate driving in winter – especially on snowy days in the...
With travel to 60 countries under my belt, I thought that these 100 travel tips – garnered from my mistakes, time on the road and talking to fellow travelers would...
On a spring hike in Kananaskis Country I couldn’t help but notice...
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With two long distance walks done in England and Scotland – the...
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John and I along with my brother, Geoff spent a long weekend...