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Invader Alert! Which US States Have the Most Invasive Species?

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Amy Hayes
Amy Hayes
Amy Hayes is an outdoor enthusiast and writer specializing in conservation, research, and history. She has been fascinated by the wonders of nature since she was a child and has always loved exploring the great outdoors. Her written works display her passion for research and thirst for knowledge. B.A. in History and English from Old Dominion University. Passionate about hiking, kayaking, and sightseeing in the Blue Ridge and Appalachian mountains.
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Imagine being flung into an ecosystem not your own, where you not only survive but thrive—to the point where you begin to shake the very foundations of your new home.  Welcome to the world of …

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Endangered Hotspots: US States with the Most Endangered Species

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Amy Hayes
Amy Hayes
Amy Hayes is an outdoor enthusiast and writer specializing in conservation, research, and history. She has been fascinated by the wonders of nature since she was a child and has always loved exploring the great outdoors. Her written works display her passion for research and thirst for knowledge. B.A. in History and English from Old Dominion University. Passionate about hiking, kayaking, and sightseeing in the Blue Ridge and Appalachian mountains.
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For five decades, the Endangered Species Act (ESA) has been a formidable force in shielding hundreds of threatened species, protecting them from harm and extinction.  As rapid …

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Nature’s Dangers: How Deadly Are The World’s Most Common Natural Disasters?

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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The natural world is the most beautiful and wondrous thing to explore, but it must be respected at all times. This is not just to protect the delicate balance of nature, but also because it can be a …

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Extraterrestrial Encounters: The Biggest UFO Hotspots in the USA

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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For millennia, humans have been obsessed with unraveling the mysteries of the stars. Since we first used maths and logic to work out that we’re living on a sphere, circling the sun with other spheres …

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The USA’s Search and Rescue Hotspots

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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The USA’s national parks, seashores, monuments, and other natural areas attract millions of visitors every year. Whether taking in the history of the area or appreciating its natural beauty, visitors …

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Dangerous Coasts: The United States’ Most Dangerous Beaches

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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From young families to thrill seekers, the beach is a popular destination for countless people, for a whole variety of reasons. Whether you’re hitting the coast for a spot of sunbathing or to take to …

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Wildlife Trades: Live Animal Trades Analyzed

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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Recent lockdowns have led to many people picking up outdoor guides and rediscovering the joy of nature. With beautiful and diverse wildlife across the country to discover, who would want to stay …

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National Park Premiums: The Cost of Living Near the Country’s Most Sought After Natural Landscapes

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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For many of us, there’s nothing better than escaping to the great outdoors. Whether your passions lie in conquering mountains, seeking out magnificent wildlife, witnessing strange and alien vistas, or …

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Animal Attacks: The Most Deadly Animals In North America

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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The natural world is filled with wonders, from cascading waterfalls to verdant forests, and is a precious part of our planet that should be protected and experienced in equal measure. However, while …

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Skinny Dipping Spots: The Best From Around The World

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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There’s nothing better than a dip in open water to cool down while you’re on an outdoor adventure, but are you brave enough to bare it all and go for the ultimate skinny dip? Swimming naked (or …

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Climbing Costs: The price of completing the world’s most iconic mountain climbs

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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Many of us enjoy pushing ourselves to the limit, testing the boundaries of what we are able to achieve. This has led to the rise in popularity of many extreme sports, from base jumping to highlighting …

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Which are the Greenest Countries in the World? We’ve Looked at the Data to Find Out

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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Planet Earth is a beautiful oasis of natural beauty amongst the cold lifeless vastness of the known universe, however, this paradise is in danger of disappearing due to climate change and the …

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The Climate Threat to our Cultural and Natural Landscape

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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Across the globe, the effects of climate change are becoming ever more visible and more difficult to ignore. Rising temperatures are making it more difficult for many species to survive in their …

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Danger Parks: Which U.S. National Parks Are The Most Dangerous?

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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The USA is blessed with some amazing national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountains, Great Smoky Mountains and more. And while the country’s national parks are undeniably beautiful, …

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2021 Adventure Index – U.S. States Ranked

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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Where in the U.S. can you find the most opportunities for adventure? America is blessed with an amazing number of destinations if you’re looking to experience a true adventure, from glaciers to …

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Scenic Parks – U.S. National Parks Ranked

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl is the founder and strategist of Outforia. Annoyed by the lack of quality online outdoors publications willing to uphold high standards of value and ethics, he decided to make the resource he would have wished to read. Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, forest bathing, diving, and camping.
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The USA is a huge country which is fortunate to be home to a massively varied and beautiful landscape, epitomised by its national parks. Vast deserts and canyons, snow-capped mountains, tropical …

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