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Four hikers with backpacks stand on rocks with arms raised at sunset under a cloudy sky.
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Input: The 8 best 'weight weenie' items to pack for a thru-hike
The perfect ultralight pack is almost never truly attainable and the constant quest for it turns into a science of ounce-shaving by leaving at home...
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June 16, 2022
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Various insect repellent products including sprays, electric bug zapper lamps, and an insect trap device.
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INPUT: The 11 best mosquito repellents, traps, and zappers to help stop bites
It’s summer, so you should be living the good life. But for many of us with sweet, delicious blood, mosquitos make the great outdoors a lot less fun.
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June 6, 2022
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Sawyer squeeze water filter kit with black filter, four blue pouches, and a cleaning syringe.
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INPUT: How to choose a water purifier or filter: These are the 7 you need for camping
A guide to purifiers and filters to ensure clean water while camping
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March 1, 2022
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