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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.

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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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Plus Size Hiking Gear and Camping Essentials

August 15, 2021 By foxintheforest Last Modified: October 1, 2025

When you aren’t the stereotypical hiker body, standard gear can’t always provide the best comfort and ease of use. Plus size hiking gear matters and here are the top recs from a real pro!

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Go Like A Pro: What’s Really Up with Pee Funnels?

August 10, 2020 By foxintheforest Last Modified: November 6, 2025

Never squat again, an insider’s look into the wonderful world of pee funnels.

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Real Talk: Hiking, Climbing, and Camping on Your Period

July 9, 2020 By foxintheforest Last Modified: November 6, 2025

The no-holds-barred post about what do to when you get your period outside.

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Hi There!

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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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