When you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a small commission. Read more about our policy. I am not a water snob. I will drink from the garden hose. I love the stuff, and I drink a LOT of water every day (rarely from the backyard spigot, but don’t tempt me). It’s usually unfiltered, straight from the kitchen sink. I like it room temp and I really like it with two ice cubes in the summer. Add a lemon, and what more can you ask for in life? Disclaimer: Hard pass on Dasani. Who drinks that garbage? Anyway, I fully realize I may be in the minority here. When I moved into m ..read more

Ahhh, FALLLL! When the weather cools off and the trees are ablaze. Whether you want to take in the views by foot or car, here are some of the best leaf peeping spots in colorful Colorado! Scenic Fall Hikes in Colorado Emmaline Lake Trail – Fort Collins This 12-mile roundtrip hike is rated difficult, if only for the final 1-2 miles of switchbacks. The summit will have you smiling with views of Cirque Lake and Emmaline Lake—both surrounded by trees that’ll make you thankful for the trek in. Maroon Bells – Aspen Surrounded by tons of hiking trails, Maroon Bells takes its claim as one of the most ..read more

When you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a small commission. Read more about our policy. REI’s annual Outlet sale is happening now through August 15. There are TONS of deals on outdoor goods – tents, sleeping bags, camping kitchen accessories and stoves, backpacks, hiking gear, and so much more. Here are the best deals on hammocks!  Note, they don’t all come with straps, but these ENO Helios Ultralight Hammock Straps are a great option and on sale for $24.39. These ENO Atlas Strap Extenders are also an option for just $13.89 if the hammock comes with ropes ..read more

When you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a small commission. Read more about our policy. A versatile camping blanket comes in handy in so many life adventures. I always keep one in my trunk and have used it countless times for impromptu picnics, beach days, and hikes. It’s an important piece of gear for outdoor concerts and tailgating. It also comes along to music festivals, on road trips, and on airplanes to use either as a blanket or packed up as a pillow. Not all “camping blankets” are created equal. Some are more lightweight (which you might appreciate when tossi ..read more

Hanging hammock chairs can really transform a space and are ideal for smaller areas – whether that means the corner of a living room or bedroom, out on the deck or patio, or by the pool or in the backyard. You can hang them from a sturdy stud in the ceiling, a tree outside, or using an upright hammock stand, which costs just about $100 and while it doesn’t look quite as elegant, it does make the chair portable. They’re super comfy and a perfect place to read a book or take a nap. I have one in my house and whenever people come over, they gravitate toward the chair, ask if it’s safe to sit (duh ..read more

KEEN’s first hiking boot made purposefully for women was the Terradora, which debuted in 2016. The line now spans 10 different styles. The Terradora collection offers low and mid-level ankle support, as well as taller boots. There are both waterproof hiking books and lighter-weight trail shoes. Terradora also extends to kids, with “big” and “little” kids’ waterproof boots and hiking shoes.  When you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a small commission. Read more about our policy. KEEN Terradora Boot review I recently went out to test KEEN’s Terradora waterpro ..read more

Banff National Park has been on my bucket list as long as I’ve had one. Right under Bali. For some reason, I’ve just never gotten around to planning a trip north of the border. Finally, when Canada lifted the COVID travel restrictions, I was motivated to make it happen after all these years. I started Googling, gathering recommendations on hikes, landmarks, and eateries. After reading website after website, I compared suggestions and came up with a pretty solid game plan. I knew how many days to spend where to fit it all in, but when I arrived, I changed nearly everything.  The problem w ..read more