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Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Sarah Scruggs

My most cherished adventure is a week-long American southwest road trip. I’ve been fascinated with the desert for as long as I can remember.

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Trail Recipe: Rice Crispy Treat Bowl

Make your own Rice Crispy Treat Bowl for your next backpacking trip. Stock up on the ingredients below for this trail recipe.

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Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Brie Chartier

I think one of the challenges queer people face getting outside is the idea that you have to look a certain way to be outdoorsy.

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Cornbread Hemp: Organic CBD Oils, Balms, Lotions and Gummies for Active People

Outdoor Gear Type: CBD

Cornbread Hemp provides potent full-spectrum, organic CBD oils, balms, lotions, gummies, and capsules to soothe your aches and pains.

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Spring Into Backpacking Giveaway! $2,500+ in Prizes

We have partnered with 11 incredible brands to give you first-class Spring gear. Two will win over $2,500 in prizes!

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THiNK OUTSiDE Boxes: Outdoor Gear For Kids

Outdoor Gear Type: Kids, Subscription Boxes
Recommended For: Day Hiker

ThinkOutside makes monthly subscription boxes full of outdoor gear for kids. Boxes have fun outdoor themes and get the whole family off their phones and into the outdoors.

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Wild Wanderer Spotlight Series and the Journey of Lettie Stratton

Lettie Stratton is the founder of Wild Wanderer, an outdoor adventure site for the LGBTQIA+ community, and our newest Trailblazer.

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Backcountry Cooking Workshop with Chef Corso

Join Chef Corso from MONTyBOCA for this fun and interactive backcountry cooking workshop. Learn recipes, cooking tricks, and meal prep tips.

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Adidas Terrex Two Ultra Primeblue Trail Running Shoes: Upcycled Footwear for Hikers and Runners

Outdoor Gear Type: Trail Running Shoes

The Adidas Terrex Two Ultra Primeblue Trail Running Shoes were made to crush miles of trails while strapped to the feet of runners and hikers.

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onX Backcountry App: Trail Maps and GPS Navigation for Hikers, Backpackers, and Skiers

Explore any wilderness at the touch of your fingertips with the onX Backcountry app. This app features accessible trail maps and GPS navigation for any season.

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