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Island Hoppin’ Brewery

Posted on March 2, 2022by Gabby

Orcas Island has the best hiking of the San Juan Islands. And luckily for us, those hikes are all close to some delicious beer!

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What to Do After Backpacking

Posted on July 28, 2021by Gabby

Sunburned, bug-bitten, fatigued–I know the feeling after getting home from a backpacking trip. But there’s a few things you just have to do before putting bags of frozen peas on your knees and ordering that pizza!

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Dru Bru: Cle Elum

Posted on March 23, 2021by Gabby

Dru Bru at Snoqualmie Pass is a great beer stop for anyone hiking or snowshoeing near the pass. They’ve added a second location for the lucky folks in Cle Elum!

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Why a Casual Hiker Bought an SOS Device

Posted on March 10, 2021March 17, 2021by Gabby

I still consider myself a ‘casual’ hiker and backpacker. I don’t do any trails that are too dangerous, and still have yet to do a multi-night trek. So why buy a pricy safety device?

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In Tents Research: Picking a Backpacking Tent

Posted on September 23, 2020January 27, 2022by Gabby

Ever noticed how hermit crabs fit snugly in their shells? If you are carrying your home with you, you don’t want to be lugging around something too big. Same applies for backpacking tents!

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Water Water Everywhere

Posted on August 18, 2020August 18, 2020by Gabby

When backpacking,  you *can* bring all of your water with you, but that can be very heavy. It’s far easier to get water on the trail. While some may think filtering or purifying water isn’t necessary, that’s a gamble I would only make in a life-or-death instance. But with so many options, which treatment is […]

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Worth the Weight: My Backpacking Luxuries

Posted on July 29, 2020August 12, 2020by Gabby

For backpacking, bringing ‘just the essentials’ can feel like a ton (especially if it’s your first time or you’re not using the most-lightweight stuff money can buy), and every single ounce counts. So why would I advocate bringing luxury items? Because you’ve earned it! Lugging your own gear over miles should be celebrated–and here’s how […]

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Lighten Your Load!

Posted on May 20, 2020October 26, 2020by Gabby

Remember seven weeks ago when I said “tune in next week for a post about lightening your load while backpacking?” Well, better late than never.

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Tucson Breweries: Downtown

Posted on March 18, 2020by Gabby

After exploring the western Tuscon Mountain District of Saguaro National Park, what to do but wet my whistle at a local brewery?!

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Skol to Poulsbo Breweries!

Posted on January 22, 2020May 29, 2020by Gabby

As I mentioned last week, my cousin recently moved to Poulsbo, WA. I decided to pay him, and some of the breweries there, a visit!

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I'm Gabby. When I'm not drinking beer and hiking, I'm likely drinking coffee at my desk and thinking about beer and hiking.

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