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The Ultimate Hiking Gift Guide: Pro-Tested Gear Hikers Actually Want

November 6, 2025 By foxintheforest Last Modified: November 17, 2025

A mega-list of the most amazing hiking gear of the year. Expert gift advice for the hiker on your list.

I Hit the Garmin SOS Button in a Real Emergency and Here’s What Happened

August 19, 2025 By foxintheforest Last Modified: September 12, 2025

On day 6 of our 7 day backpacking trip one mis-step meant our trip took a horrible turn. Here’s what to expect in an emergency rescue situation in the outdoors.

The Harsh Realities of Having a Baby when You’re Really into the Outdoors

December 5, 2024 By foxintheforest Last Modified: December 17, 2024

An open look at the struggles and realities of early parenthood when you like to do hard things outside.

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Things I Wish I Knew Before My First Backpacking Trip

August 29, 2024 By foxintheforest Last Modified: September 5, 2025

Wanna get into backpacking? Here are 5 things no one tells you about prepping your first backpacking trip.

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Enjoy Camping with Babies and Toddlers (Yes, It’s Possible)

June 13, 2023 By foxintheforest Last Modified: September 15, 2025

Get expert tips on how to have a fun-filled night under the stars with your baby.

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20 Expert Tips for Desert Hiking

November 16, 2021 By foxintheforest Last Modified: October 1, 2025

Expert advice on how to safely hike in the desert.

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Meg Atteberry standing on a mountain sticking her tongue out

Meg aka Fox is a 30-something who's born to explore. Toddler mom, queer, and neuro-spicy her favorite things to do are climb in the alpine and camp in the desert. Her mission is to get you out on your greatest adventure. She's been widely-published in the outdoors and even appeared on National TV talking about how to level up your outdoor skills and discover hidden hikes in the American West.

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