Fast, Fresh Water: Hiking Lady’s Sawyer TAP Water Filter Review

What good is water unless it is drinkable?   We all need reliable, safe drinking water, whether or not we are at home, hiking in the backcountry, or at a campground.  Between the covid-19 pandemic this past year, the west coast wildfires, storms and boil alerts in Texas, emergency preparedness should be the top item on …

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Practical Gear for Moms on the Go

Mom's on the go need functional gear!

How many of you hiking Moms out there are desperate to get out on the trails as much as possible, but are limited by having little ones in tow?  Count me in!  I love being outside with my boys, but oftentimes we are juggling several things in a day…preschool, a park playdate, library storytime, naps, …

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Sustainability in Action!

We always have our reusable water bottles

We’ve all heard the buzz word “sustainability” ad infinitum.  By definition, sustainability means “the capacity for the biosphere and human civilization to coexist”.  Simply put, it means to reduce your demand on natural resources to protect the beautiful planet we live in. That’s a big task, and one that we all must strive to achieve.  …

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#OptOutside This Black Friday

#OptOutside

Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and millions of Americans are cutting short their special time with family and friends so they can shop!  Yes, shop!  Unbelievable, right?  This year, the Hiking Lady family is choosing to spend time together outside the whole week of Thanksgiving.  #OptOutside started in 2015 when REI Co-op decided to close their …

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Save the Planet with 3 Earth-Friendly Holiday Gift Ideas!

My insulated Hydroflask reusable water bottle

This holiday season, why not spoil the loved ones on your gift list with sustainable, earth-friendly gifts that they can cherish now and for years to come.  You’ll feel great that you’re buying with a conscience, and they’ll be impressed that you were so thoughtful! 3 Sustainable Earth-Friendly Holiday Gifts I looked no further than …

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Get Your Children Outside! New Study Proves They Will Be Happier Adults

What is a simple, fun, and free activity that you can do with your family that will help your children physically and mentally? Getting your children outside! Can I shout it any louder? Here at Hiking Lady I work to convince people that sometimes the simplest things are the best. Getting outside with your children …

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Hot Hiking Gear Deals: End of Summer Clearance!

End of summer gear deals

Hello hiking friends, As summer winds up, Labor Day weekend is just around the corner.   That means it is time to grab some bargains as stores rush to make room for snowsports gear! Here are some fantastic deals to check out before you store away your summer gear: Labor Day Gear Deals REI has an …

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Buying and Installing A Roof Box

Thule Fit Guide, Step 2

Regular Hiking Lady readers probably saw my post last month: All About Roof Bars, Roof Boxes, and my Thule story. After checking that out, be sure to visit Hiking 101: Roof Boxes, where I have an in depth look of how to select what will best suit your needs. I’m confident that after you read …

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All About Roof Bars, Roof Boxes, and My Thule Story

Greetings Hiking Lady readers, Exciting news: I have some fantastic content in the works all about roof bars and roof boxes. Our growing family was desperately in need of a roof cargo carrier for our Jeep Grand Cherokee to make our adventures possible. First, stay tuned for a new in depth guide at Hiking 101: …

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