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22 Ferocious Types of Big Cats

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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There are few animals more majestic than a big cat. Whether it’s a lion strolling across the savanna, a jaguar crawling through the trees of the rainforest, or a snow leopard stalking its prey in the …

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Everything You Need to Know About All the Types of Bears

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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Bears are an incredible demonstration of the might of nature. They are both respected and feared by anyone in their territory. Nowadays, you can find bears all over the world, spread throughout …

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Top 12 Cowboy Camping Tips & Gear Essentials

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl fell in love with the outdoors aged 11 when his campsite was visited by a rare Austrian lynx. Or so he tells anyone who’ll listen! Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, riding bikes, diving and camping.
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The key to cowboy camping is simplicity. This type of camping is today’s way of emulating these times by slowing things down and taking a minimal approach to surviving for a while. If you want to …

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11 Ways to Find a Hiking Buddy or Hiking Group

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl fell in love with the outdoors aged 11 when his campsite was visited by a rare Austrian lynx. Or so he tells anyone who’ll listen! Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, riding bikes, diving and camping.
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Hiking alone can be an incredibly rejuvenating experience. Still, it's not always a good idea. Hitting the trail without a hiking buddy can mean the difference between safety and life-threatening …

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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 fell in love with the outdoors aged 11 when his campsite was visited by a rare Austrian lynx. Or so he tells anyone who’ll listen! Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, riding bikes, 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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Wilderness and Backcountry Hiking: A Complete Guide

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Wilderness hiking and camping are hands-down some of the best ways to get outside and enjoy the wonders of nature. But, planning your first backcountry adventure can feel overwhelming as there are …

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24 Types of Natural Disasters That You Need To Know

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Fact: Regardless of where you live in the world, natural disasters are always a threat. From hurricanes and blizzards to earthquakes and wildfires, natural disasters affect all of us on planet …

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11 Types of Precipitation To Know For Your Next Outdoor Adventure (Facts, Photos And More)

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Love it or hate it, precipitation is a fact of everyday life.  But, rain, sleet, hail, and snow are just a small fraction of all the different types of precipitation that we can experience …

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The Climate Threat to our Cultural and Natural Landscape

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Carl Borg
Carl Borg
Carl fell in love with the outdoors aged 11 when his campsite was visited by a rare Austrian lynx. Or so he tells anyone who’ll listen! Living by the beach in Norway, Carl is never far from outdoor adventure. When not curating Outforia, Carl spends his time kayaking, riding bikes, 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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Types of Stink Bugs: Field Guide (Names & Photos)

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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Stink bugs are versatile insects. Their range of species spans across the globe, making them one of the world’s most common insects. These bugs can demolish insect pests and destroy many farmers’ …

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47 Types of Bodies of Water: Pictures and More

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Water is everywhere in our daily lives. From staying hydrated to washing your dishes and brushing your teeth, there are few things in this world that don’t involve water in some way, shape, or …

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24 Types of Clouds (Facts, Photos and Chart)

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Have you ever been told to get your head out of the clouds? Then this article is for you. Whether you’re an aspiring meteorologist or you’re an avid storm chaser, it’s hard to argue the majestic …

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22 Incredible Types of Coral (Plus Photos, Fun Facts & More)

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Whether you’re a keen scuba diver or simply an ocean lover, chances are pretty high that you’ve marveled at the wonders of the world’s colorful coral reefs at some point in your life.  But, …

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27 Wonderful Types of Wolves (Facts, Photos & More)

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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If you’ve ever been lucky enough to encounter one on the trail, you know that the wolf is one of the planet’s most majestic creatures.  But, have you ever wondered how many types of wolves …

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25 Remarkable Types of Monkeys (Names, Photos and More)

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Monkeys are our closest relatives in the animal kingdom. But how much do you actually know about these remarkable creatures? Whether you’re a certified primatologist or you’re simply keen to learn …

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The 25 Most Amazing Types of Lizards (Names, Photos and More)

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Known for their beautiful patterns, high intelligence, and fantastic diversity, lizards are some of the coolest reptiles on the planet. But, how much do you really know about these fantastic …

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6 Fascinating Types of Elephants (Photos and More)

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Elephants are one of the most stunning mammals on Earth. Known for their keen memory and sociable behavior, these gentle giants are among the world’s most charismatic species. But how much do you …

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22 Incredible Types of Octopus (Names, Photos & Interesting Facts)

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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Sea creatures are some of the most wondrous animals on the planet. They each function and develop so differently, especially when comparing them to land animals. The world of the octopus is amazing. …

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28 Types of Bats: The Cutest Bat Species (Names, Photos, and More)

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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When you think of cute, cuddly animals, bats probably aren’t the first critters that come to mind. But, despite their often negative reputation, bats are actually some of the most adorable and …

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38+ Types of Squirrels – Field Guide (Names, Photos and More)

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Cute, cuddly, and oh-so mischievous, squirrels are a common sighting on most outdoor adventures.  But, have you ever stopped to think about how many types of squirrels there really are? If …

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How to Keep Raccoons Away from Campsite: 8 Tips For Critter-Free Camping

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Camping is awesome. Having raccoons and other woodland critters scurrying around your campsite at night, however, is not. Thankfully, if you’ve ever wondered how to keep raccoons away from a …

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23 Campfire Games To Get Everyone Laughing On Your Next Camping Trip

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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There are few better ways to spend your time outdoors than with your family and friends around a campfire.  Exploring the great outdoors as a family or friend group can be an excellent way to …

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Eddie Bauer vs North Face: Which Brand Is Right For You?

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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In the world of outdoor gear, figuring out what brand to trust with your equipment isn’t easy, especially when you have two great companies—The North Face and Eddie Bauer—to choose from. The good …

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Do I Need A Tarpaulin Under My Tent? Your Camping Questions Answered

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Placing a tarp under your tent can provide protection and extra waterproofing for your shelter in harsh environments. However, there’s no requirement that you do so, especially in nice weather. …

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Can I Go Camping Without A Sleeping Bag? 8 Sleeping Bag Alternatives To Try

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby works professionally in the outdoors as a guide, instructor, and educator. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Sleeping bags are a mainstay of any camping trip, but you don’t necessarily need one in certain situations. Sometimes, you can stay warm and cozy at night without a sleeping bag by using a quilt, …

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