• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
Fox in the Forest

Fox in the Forest

Freelance Outdoor Writer. Life Outside

  • About
  • Freelance Services
    • Clips and Partners
    • Adventure Photography
  • Blog
    • Skills
      • Outdoor Women
      • Camping, RV, and Vanlife
      • Mountaineering
      • Hiking and Backpacking Skills
      • Snow Skills
      • Rock Climbing Skills
      • Freelance Writing, Travel, and Life Skills
    • Destinations
      • International
      • US Destinations
      • Colorado
    • Gear
    • Stories
  • Contact
  • Free Stuff!
    • Free Backpacking Packing List
    • Free Hiking Planner and Checklist
    • Free Desert Road Trip Packing List
    • Free Guide to Photos on the Fly

Outdoor Women

Outdoor Women

Get outside with confidence. This women's outdoor blog is dedicated to giving you the fem-focused skills you need to go on the ultimate outdoor adventure. With skills and gear recommendations written by women, for women, Fox in the Forest has you covered

Start Here

As women, we have unique needs in the outdoors. Finding your sense of strength outside is a powerful experience. I’ve dedicated my life’s work as a writer to empowering YOU to get outside and have an adventure. Here’s a look at the top posts dedicated to all things lady dirtbag. 

best female urinary device

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

August 10, 2020

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

Read More »
camping with your period

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

July 9, 2020

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

Read More »
Best hiking socks

The Best Hiking Clothes for Any Budget

February 20, 2020

After years of testing, I’ve assembled a list of the best hiking gear on the market, no matter what your budget. Unsponsored, real, and honest advice from a hiking vet.

Read More »
camper van life

10 Signs You Are a Lady Dirtbag

June 15, 2019

Shamelessly eat plates of nachos on the weekends after a good sufferfest? Do you foster support for your outdoor womxn Then join the Lady Dirtbag crew!

Read More »
how to make outdoorsy friends

How to Make Outdoorsy Friends

March 12, 2019

I moved away from my family when I headed to college at age 18. Since then I’ve lived in a different time zone than my

Read More »

Tips for Solo Female Hikers

October 10, 2016

Going on your first solo hike as a female can be a daunting experience. Here are a few tips to help you feel more comfortable.

Read More »

The Latest

best trekking poles for women

The Best Trekking Poles for Women and How to Use Them

foxintheforest August 18, 2019 backpacking skills gear Hiking Skills Mountain Skills outdoor women

Your comprehensive guide to trekking poles. Covering everything from if you really need trekking poles, to how to use them, and some of the best trekking poles for women.

READ MORE

Solo Travel in Luang Prabang, Laos

foxintheforest August 12, 2019 Destinations International Destinations outdoor women

After six years away from solo travel I’m back, and this time I headed to Luang Prabang Laos. Turns out, it couldn’t have been more perfect.

READ MORE
camper van life

10 Signs You Are a Lady Dirtbag

foxintheforest June 15, 2019 Adventure Hiking Skills Life Happens Mountain Skills outdoor women

Shamelessly eat plates of nachos on the weekends after a good sufferfest? Do you foster support for your outdoor womxn Then join the Lady Dirtbag crew!

READ MORE
best hiking shoes for women

Everything You Need to Know about Hiking Footwear for Women on Any Budget

foxintheforest March 24, 2019 gear Hiking Skills outdoor women Outdoors Reviews

Get the inside scoop on hiking footwear for women. Budget-friendly advice on the best hiking boots and shoes available today.

READ MORE
how to make outdoorsy friends

How to Make Outdoorsy Friends

foxintheforest March 12, 2019 Life Happens outdoor women Skills

I moved away from my family when I headed to college at age 18. Since then I’ve lived in a different time zone than my …

READ MORE
how to deal with a fear of heights when climbing

How to Overcome a Fear of Heights in Rock Climbing and Scrambling

foxintheforest September 16, 2018 Mountain Skills outdoor women Rock Climbing Skills

Do heights make your shutter with fear? Read this.

READ MORE
« Previous 1 2 3 Next »

Let’s connect!

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Hi There!

Meg aka Fox is a 30-something who's born to explore. Her mission is to get you out on your greatest adventure. She'd rather be dirty than done up.

Visit Colorado Like a Local, Not a Tourist

Explore the outdoors in Colorado like a local, not a tourist.

As an absolute outdoor PRO (seriously, I get paid to write about the outdoors) and Colorado local of over 12 years, you've found the best outdoor blog on the internet. 😉

Get the FREE Colorado trip planning checklist and get the inside scoop on hiking, camping, climbing, and more in the great Centennial State.

Hold tight, I'm thinking.

Awesome!

Now you're ready to travel like a local, not a tourist.

Check your inbox for instructions on your FREE Colorado packing list.

While you're waiting why not follow me on socials? I love hearing from my community about all the badass adventures.

Find me on Facebook and Instagram.

Get Your Free Goodies!

Snag a bag of freebies when you join my email list. Let’s start a belaytionship and get free, awesome advice and stories each month to your inbox, so you can climb higher, hike further, and adventure on. Once you sign up you’ll have access to exclusive freebies, including:

Free Guide to Taking Photos on the Fly
Free Desert Packing List
Hiking and Backpacking Planner and Checklist
And so much more!

Join the 8,469 adventure-seekers who want to step up their adventure game.

Primary Sidebar

Let’s connect!

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Hi There!

Meg aka Fox is a 30-something who's born to explore. Her mission is to get you out on your greatest adventure. She'd rather be dirty than done up.

Visit Colorado Like a Local, Not a Tourist

Explore the outdoors in Colorado like a local, not a tourist.

As an absolute outdoor PRO (seriously, I get paid to write about the outdoors) and Colorado local of over 12 years, you've found the best outdoor blog on the internet. ;)

Get the FREE Colorado trip planning checklist and get the inside scoop on hiking, camping, climbing, and more in the great Centennial State.

Hold tight, I'm thinking.

Awesome!

Now you're ready to travel like a local, not a tourist.

Check your inbox for instructions on your FREE Colorado packing list.

While you're waiting why not follow me on socials? I love hearing from my community about all the badass adventures.

Find me on Facebook and Instagram.

Footer

Note: This website participates in affiliate marketing. That means if you click on some of the links and purchase something, I get a small kickback at no added cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For more, see the Fox in the Forest Privacy Policy.

All opinions are my own.

Copyright © 2021 Fox in the Forest LLC