Coffee is an integral part of my morning routine both at home and off on adventures. Whether I’m road-tripping in my Sprinter van, going skiing for the day, car camping, or backpacking, that delicious coffee aroma is something I look forward to every day. The AeroPress coffee maker has been my go-to method for making that […]
AeroPress Go: The Best Way to Make Coffee on the Road
Coffee is an integral part of my morning routine both at home and off on adventures. Whether I’m road-tripping in my Sprinter van, going skiing for the day, car camping, or backpacking, that delicious coffee aroma is something I look forward to every day. The AeroPress coffee maker has been my go-to method for making that […]
Why We Joined 1% for the Planet & How to Get Involved
While we’ve always been passionate about sustainability and being good stewards of planet Earth, this year we decided we want to do more to have a positive impact. We’re starting to write more about environmental topics we are passionate about, like how a plant-based lifestyle can dramatically reduce our individual impact on the planet. With […]
5 Ways a Plant-Based Diet Benefits the Environment
I gave up meat the day before Thanksgiving in 2019 after watching Game Changers on Netflix, and then I transitioned to a fully vegan diet a few short months later. The changes my partner Ryan (who is Type 1 Diabetic) and I have experienced with a plant-based lifestyle so far have been overwhelmingly positive. It […]
Why I Switched to a Plant-Based Diet (as an Outdoor Enthusiast)
Back in college (circa 2002), I read the book Omnivore’s Dilemma by Michael Pollan, and it was the first time I ever really asked “where does my food come from?” I was so turned off about factory farming based on what I read in that book, I decided to give up meat. While vegetarism can […]
The Ultimate Bike Touring Gear Guide for Women
If you love traveling and spending time outside and also enjoy riding bikes, bike touring might just be a match made in heaven for you. Bike touring allows adventurers to explore farther than you can on foot as well as carry a few more comfort items. Like other outdoor pursuits, though, preparation goes a long […]
The Ultimate Bike Touring Gear Guide for Women
If you love traveling and spending time outside and also enjoy riding bikes, bike touring might just be a match made in heaven for you. Bike touring allows adventurers to explore farther than you can on foot as well as carry a few more comfort items. Like other outdoor pursuits, though, preparation goes a long […]
10 Sustainable Outdoor Clothing Brands
Climate change is real and we, as outdoor enthusiasts, can’t forget that the apparel and fashion industry is one of the largest global polluters and accounts for 10% of global carbon emissions¹. While it might be easy to shop for low-priced outdoor gear or the best deals of the season, opting to support sustainable outdoor […]