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Is there anything quite like camping? The scenery, the solitude, the tranquility, camping can give us a fantastic opportunity to unwind, recharge, and reconnect with nature. Camping, especially coupled with backpacking to your campsite, is terrific exercise for your body. Winter camping might seem like a scary undertaking at first, but with the right planning and preparation, cold weather camping can be an incredible outdoor experience. Read More...

Most families across the United States all have one thing in common when it comes to how to spend time during colder weather: family vacation! Keep in mind that just because it’s snowing outside doesn’t mean you can’t plan the vacation of a lifetime, so on that note, let’s explore 7 family winter destinations that you can’t miss! Read More....

Now that we’ve discussed the importance of understanding your own mental health and being mindful of this area of life, it’s time to dive into some concrete ways that you can keep your spirits high no matter what’s going on around you. Study after study has shown that there’s a strong link between our mental health and how we move our bodies and use our minds. Read More...

While it seems clear that mental illness, depression, and mental health are all connected, what’s the true difference? How can you better understand how to stay mentally healthy and help others in your life who may be struggling with a mental illness? Today we’re going to take an in-depth look at all of these factors and more.

It’s common for us to see homeless people where we live as we go about our daily lives. Sometimes, we find these individuals on street corners holding signs asking for money, while others tend to keep to themselves and huddle up on a park bench as they attempt to get a few hours of sleep. Whether you’ve seen one or more of these scenarios in your life, it’s important to remember that the stigma surrounding homelessness is often incorrect. Read More...

Homelessness is an epidemic that has been present in America for decades. Every day, people struggle to obtain the basic necessities of life that many of us often take for granted. From providing long-term housing solutions and ongoing support to shelters that offer essential care during emergencies, Mercy House is making a huge impact on the homeless population. Read More...

 

 

Change is never an easy thing to transition to; it can be intimidating and challenging, especially when we love how things are. But, as much as we might want to resist, change has an incredible ability to lead us to growth and new things to love. Read More...

You know the phrase no safety net? We use it liberally in everyday language to talk about anything that doesn't have a backup or fallback option. Sometimes, though, the term becomes literal. When that happens in outdoor adventure sports, you're talking about the highest of adrenaline rushes - Read More...

If you want to maintain blister-free feet, you need to invest in high-quality socks. Many people don't invest in socks as much as they do with other pieces of clothing. Outdoor activities can be very rough on your feet, and socks provide the cushioning you need. Read More...

What do you do when your feet leave the ground? When you rely on nothing but a partner (or nothing at all) to keep you safe as you keep climbing higher? Will the adrenaline push you through, or will your worries get the best of you?

Those are just some of the questions that will shoot through your head as you prepare for your first rock climb. Learn more...