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58 of the Best Gifts for Hikers (2025 Gift Guide)

58 of the Best Gifts for Hikers| The holidays are fast approaching and so we put together a gift guide based on products that we love for hiking. These gifts are perfect for the avid hiker in your life, or even for yourself. From down jackets to gear patches, these are all great products that we can personally vouch for. You won't go wrong with any of these hiking gift ideas. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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30 Best Gifts for Camping Couples (2025 Gift Guide)

30 Best Gifts for Camping Couples | Are you stuck trying to find the the perfect gift for a couple who is always going on outdoorsy adventures? Well, I’ve created this list of gifts for camping couples to help you find the perfect present for those duos who always bring the romance outside. These are some of my favorite gifts for camping couples, and I know my husband & I would love to get anything on this list! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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33 Best Gifts for National Parks Lovers (2025 Gift Guide)

33 Best Gifts for National Parks Lovers | Know someone who loves national parks but don’t know what to get them? This guide to the best national parks gifts will totally help you find the perfect gifts for national park lovers. From candles that smell like national parks to books, clothing, and more, you’ll find the perfect national park gift here. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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Hiking in the Desert - What You Need to Know

Hiking in the Desert - What You Need to Know | If the magical desert landscape calls to you, you can find incredible hiking trails to explore the stunning sandy environment. But hiking in the desert requires certain skills and preparedness that are different from hiking through the woods or a meadow. This guide will cover the basics of hiking in the desert, from clothing and gear to safety considerations and comfort. The goal is to help you feel prepared to embark on your own desert hiking adventure! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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11 Lesser Known Rules to Learn for Your First Time Backpacking

11 Lesser Known Rules to Learn for Your First Time Backpacking | When it comes to going backpacking, all of the rules, tips, tricks, and hacks can feel totally overwhelming, and I get that.But fear not, I’m here to give you a little insight into some of the more advanced backpacking tips to keep in mind for your first backpacking trip. So let’s dive in to 11 essential rules to remember your first time backpacking outdoors. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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18 Adventure-Worthy Backpacking Trips for Beginners

18 Adventure-Worthy Backpacking Trips for Beginners | You may have heard me say this before, but it’s worth repeating: I believe that outdoor backpacking is the gateway into epic outdoor adventure. That’s why I’m really excited to share these 18 adventure-worthy backpacking trips for beginners with you. In this list you’ll find an assortment of backpacking trails including some easier international thru-hiking trails and easy 2 day backpacking trips that aren’t too far off from civilization. A bit of adventure for every comfort level! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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11 Essential Tips for Backpacking in the Rain Like a Pro

11 Essential Tips for Backpacking in the Rain Like a Pro | Nothing puts a damper on an excellent backpacking trip quite like a rainy forecast. However, a little rain doesn’t have to stop you from getting outside. In fact, backpacking in the rain can (sometimes!) even be fun, especially if you go into it prepared for anything. Even the best formulated adventure plans can go awry, so be prepared for how to backpack in rainy weather with these 11 pro tips. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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What to Wear Hiking – The Ultimate Guide to the Best Hiking Clothes

What to Wear Hiking – The Ultimate Guide to the Best Hiking Clothes | Want to get into hiking but don’t know what to wear? You don’t need a bunch of specialized clothing to hit the trails, but there are important things to take into consideration when choosing what to wear hiking. This guide will help take the mystery out of hiking clothing, so you can hit the trail safely and in style. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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13 Awesome Hiking Groups and Hiking Challenges to Encourage You on Your Hiking Adventures + Additional Hiking Club Resources

13 Awesome Hiking Groups and Hiking Challenges to Encourage You on Your Hiking Adventures + Additional Hiking Club Resources | Finding a fun hiking challenge or a strong hiking community, group or club can be a key ingredient to getting outdoors more and learning to push yourself on the trails. Check out my 13 favorite hiking groups and hiking challenges that will help you get connected with an awesome hiking community and help you hit the mountains more often this year! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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The Ultimate Guide to White Sands National Park in New Mexico

The Ultimate Guide to White Sands National Park in New Mexico | These beautiful gypsum sand dunes should be high on your traveling bucket list. From hiking, to backcountry camping, to bicycling, to epic photography shots at sunset, there are a lot of fun things to do in White Sands! In this post I detail all you need to know about visiting this breathtaking National Park. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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12 Best California Road Trips for Outdoor Adventure Lovers

12 Best California Road Trips for Outdoor Adventure Lovers | California is a vast state that is made for exploration, whether you love the mountains, the forests, the beaches, or even the wineries. It’s also a state that caters to the car, making it ideal for road trips. In this blog post, we cover 12 of the best California Road Trips from Southern California to Northern California. Use this guide as inspiration for crafting your own unique California road trip ideas. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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7 Tips to Hiking and Summiting Your First Fourteener Mountain

7 Tips to Hiking & Summiting Your First Fourteener | Some consider hiking a 14er one of the ultimate hiking achievements, and there are over 96 total 14,000 ft. peaks in the United States! In this post I review planning, training, and 7 tips to set yourself up for a successful summit of a 14er mountain. With a bit of planning and training, you'll reach heights you never thought were imaginable! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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