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Meal Plans for Backcountry Hikers
Here are our meal plans for backcountry hikers. We had to give it a lot of thought and rework it often before we got it to a point we're comfortable with.
Trekking Jirisan in Korea
Trekking Jirisan in South Korea takes lots of planning but once you get there, it's worth it! Even when all plans fall apart, it's a great mountain to hike.
Dehydrating Berries and Other Fruit: 10 DIY Tips
We like dehydrating berries we pick ourselves to save money while doing something good for our health. These 10 tips help make dehydrating berries a success
12 Awesome Korean Day Hikes I Recommend
In my attempt at hiking Korea's mountains in as many parks as possible, I found these 12 awesome Korean day hikes I recommend, plus 5 more I wish I'd tried.
The Pressing Case for a Nuclear Weapons Ban
As nuclear weapons continue to pose a threat, the call for a nuclear weapons ban to abolish their production, testing & use is justifiably gaining momentum.
How to Make the Best Natural Bug Spray Recipe with Kombucha Vinegar
For healthier and Earth-friendlier options, turning to essential oils is obvious, but this natural bug spray recipe also uses kombucha vinegar.
30+ Scary Haunted Walks and Ghost Tours in Ontario
Want something spooky to do? Whether or not it's Halloween season, enjoy a good scare and have a frightful fun time on these haunted walks and ghost tours.
Trekking Killarney's La Cloche Silhouette Loop Trail
Gotta love trekking Killarney's La Cloche Silhouette loop trail. My partner, dogs & I have come out of it talking about nothing but *the next time* since!
Lush Demystified: Top Natural Products, Shopping Tips
Lush is confusing. It seems eco-conscious, with fresh handmade products, but some ingredients aren’t natural or safe. It’s time to have Lush demystified.
How To Make Dehydrated Yogurt For a Yummy, Healthy Snack
Dehydrated yogurt rolls pack a lot of punch in a small, lightweight package. Easy to make, they're great for the trail, school, or work.
Visiting Mashkinonje Provincial Park: A Guide [with Photos]
The definitive resource for visiting Mashkinonje Provincial Park, which has natural hiking trails, beaches & canoe access to Lake Nipissing, all for free.
Greening the Lunch Box: Waste-Free and Healthy Lunch Ideas for School or Work
Simplicity is a must when packing a healthy lunch for school or work. Going waste-free is easy on the wallet, good for your health and the environment’s too
Tips for Identifying Milk Snakes (Rattlesnake Comparison)
They may look like rattlers, but milk snakes are harmless. They rattle their tails on fallen leaves & underbrush to imitate the rattler, but don't be fooled
Fun with Kombucha Tea: Yummy Recipes, Creative Ideas
With these little-known uses for kombucha tea and SCOBYs, you can have fun with kombucha tea! Check out these yummy recipes and creative ideas I compiled.
Silver Peak Day Hike Route Suggestions
These are route suggestions to help plan a Silver Peak day hike in Killarney Park. You can combine a Silver Peak day hike with a paddle trip or hike-in trek
Greatest Hiking List to Make the Most of a Year in Korea
When I decided to teach English abroad and live in a mountainous country, I just knew it would take a great hiking list to make the most of a year in Korea.
Wild Blueberry Picking Tips
We've accumulated lots of share-worthy blueberry picking knowledge, so if you’d like to get out there yourself, check out these blueberry picking tips first
Upo Marsh Circuit Hike: Photo Journal of a Korea Wetland Keeper
This photo journal of my Upo Marsh circuit hike was written as a volunteer for the Korea Wetland Project, with the objective of attracting eco-tourism.
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