Katie Jackson

Writer and Media Specialist

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Katie Jackson is a writer and media specialist based in Montana’s Big Sky Country. Living and working everywhere from New York to Nicaragua, Katie is no stranger to adventure. When she’s not traveling the world (or writing about it!) she’s busy chasing after a Leonberger named Zeus. Follow Katie’s travels on Instagram @katietalkstravel.

Katie Jackson is a writer and media specialist based in Montana’s Big Sky Country. Living and working everywhere from New York to Nicaragua, Katie is no stranger to adventure. When she’s not traveling the world (or writing about it!) she’s busy chasing after a Leonberger named Zeus. Follow Katie’s travels on Instagram @katietalkstravel.

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The Trek: The Best 2025 Cyber Monday and Cyber Week Deals for Backpackers

Huge discounts on your favorite pieces of gear!

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December 2, 2025

The Trek: The Perfect Smartwater Bottle Replacement for Thru-Hikers

I’ll go ahead and spoil this one in advance: the brand new Cnoc ThruBottle is the perfect Smartwater bottle replacement.

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October 21, 2025

Travel + Leisure: I’m Tying the Knot in Thailand — These Are the 15 Items I Told My Southeast Asia First-timer Guests to Pack

A review of items that are helpful to pack when traveling to Southeast Asia.

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April 10, 2025

KOA Blog: 9 Ways Campers Are Going Out Of Their Way To Lower Their Carbon Footprint

There are hundreds of ways to be more eco-conscious when you camp.

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June 1, 2022

The Trek: The Best 2025 Cyber Monday and Cyber Week Deals for Backpackers

Huge discounts on your favorite pieces of gear!

The Trek: The Perfect Smartwater Bottle Replacement for Thru-Hikers

I’ll go ahead and spoil this one in advance: the brand new Cnoc ThruBottle is the perfect Smartwater bottle replacement.

Travel + Leisure: I’m Tying the Knot in Thailand — These Are the 15 Items I Told My Southeast Asia First-timer Guests to Pack

A review of items that are helpful to pack when traveling to Southeast Asia.

KOA Blog: 9 Ways Campers Are Going Out Of Their Way To Lower Their Carbon Footprint

There are hundreds of ways to be more eco-conscious when you camp.

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