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The Bend Ale Trail

Posted on January 24, 2023January 24, 2023by Gabby

There’s no oxen needed on this Oregon trail! Instead, the Bend Ale Trail is a collection of breweries in or near Bend where you can get stamps to turn in for prizes. They also provide ~Drinkable Diversions~ if you have any non-beer drinkers in the group. I dove headfirst into the Ale Trail and emerged […]

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Barking While Backpacking: Bring Your Pooch!

Posted on October 5, 2022by Gabby

With welcoming a new dog into my active life, I knew I’d be taking him along my backpacking adventures! I’ve learned a few lessons so far, and know I’ll learn more on each trip. Here’s a few tips for getting started backpacking with your dog.

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Hiking Hound: Gear for the Outdoor Dog

Posted on September 14, 2022by Gabby

My dog is my child. As such, he is spoiled rotten, especially when it comes to gear to take him on adventures!

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Terramar Brewstillery

Posted on August 17, 2022August 17, 2022by Gabby

While Bellingham has a bevy of breweries, just south a brewery, distillery, speakeasy, and even some history all await you in Bow!

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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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