There’s nothing quite like curling up by the fire with a good book, a glass of wine, and a comfy blanket on a cold winter evening. If you’re looking for a good book suggestion; we’ve got you covered. Here are five books sure to keep your mind off of the weather outside. The Great Alone […]
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Winter in the Midwest: A Love/Hate Relationship
Winter is here! No, this isn’t Westeros – it’s just January in the Midwest. But come to think of it, maybe this is a little bit like Game of Thrones. I mean think about it; everyone’s really angry all the time and there’s like, so much red wine. I get it. Who wants to be […]
Read This Before Hiking This Winter!
One of our favorite customers recently purchased a new Nemo sleeping bag from us that he had been eye-balling for months. The temperatures finally dropped and he couldn’t wait to use it. On the first cold night of the season, he called his hiking buddy, packed up all his gear, and headed out to tackle […]
The 5 Best Hiking Trails in Northern Illinois to Try This Year
If you’re looking to follow trails made up of more than just gravel—we’ve got you covered. From Racine, WI to Lemont, IL, we’ve rounded up some of the best hiking spots for adventurers who like to take the road less traveled. Check out our picks below, and we’ll see you out on the trail! Waterfall […]
Why You Should Run the Rock/Creek River Gorge Race
As Spring approaches, so does one of Chattanooga’s most beloved mid-distance trail races, the Rock/Creek River Gorge Race. This 10.2-mile tour of Prentice Cooper State Forest is the perfect way to kick off your trail running season, and the race draws new and veteran runners year after year. While anyone who’s participated could list dozens […]
The National Park Service Announces ‘Entrance Fee-Free’ Days for 2020
Mark your calendars! The National Park Service has announced five ‘entrance fee-free’ days in 2020. There are 418 national parks in the United States, and while admission is free at some of them, most regularly charge an entrance fee of up to $35. Plan your trip to a participating park on any of these five […]