Category: Experiences

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    Family Camping Games That Actually Keep Kids Entertained

    “I Packed a Football. They Played with a Stick.” Let me tell you how our last family camping trip started. I packed the usual “must-have” entertainment—footballs, frisbees, even a brand-new travel-sized board game I thought would be a hit. But what did my kids end up doing for two straight hours? They found a stick…

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    How to Camp Sustainably Without Sacrificing Comfort

    Eco-Luxury in the Outdoors: Yes, You Can Have Both When I first began my sustainable camping journey, I thought comfort had to be the first thing to go. Goodbye soft sleeping pads, warm lights, and that peaceful cup of morning coffee by the fire. But I was wrong. Over the years, I’ve discovered that you…

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    Solo Camping with a Purpose: Why Everyone Should Try It Once

    Because sometimes, the person you need to meet is yourself. A Tent, a Trail, and a Turning Point I didn’t set out to find clarity. I just needed a weekend away. After decades of raising children, building routines, and supporting others, I realized I’d never actually camped alone. The thought terrified me… which is exactly…

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    🌲 The Solo Sojourner’s Guide to Forest Bathing

    How One Woman Found Stillness in the Woods—and How You Can Too A Pause Beneath the Pines The first time I tried forest bathing, I didn’t even know that’s what I was doing. I had just set up camp near a quiet grove in the Appalachians. The firewood was stacked, the tent was pitched, and…

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    Tent Camping with Toddlers: Chaos or Core Memory?

    Surviving and thriving in the great outdoors with the tiniest campers in tow—because it’s not just possible, it’s unforgettable. Campfires, Crayons, and (Probably) a Meltdown Let me tell you something straight up: our first tent camping trip with a toddler didn’t exactly go by the book. We forgot the bedtime bear. Our daughter threw her…

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    Minimalist Packing: What I Bring on a 3-Day Van Life Escape

    Every item earns its space—my exact list for traveling light, living fully, and keeping van life simple. The Beauty of 3 Days with Just the Essentials There’s something magic about a 3-day escape. It’s just long enough to feel like an adventure, but short enough that you don’t have to completely rearrange your life to…

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