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Havasu Falls, Arizona

Havasu Falls Travel Tips, Havasupai Reservation, Arizona
November 14, 2011|| ,

We gathered our things, with eyes still sleepy, and prepared ourselves for the upcoming ten mile hike into the Havasupai canyon. I was thankful Scott agreed with me about paying for a mule to carry our large packs. Ten miles is a long hike…

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Tent Camping

Should You Rent Camping/Backpacking Gear for a Trip?
October 17, 2011|| ,

It was not too long ago that we headed up to Yellowstone National Park for a camping trip. As we were taking inventory, we realized that flying to our destination was going to limit what camping equipment we could bring.

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Havasu Falls, Arizona

The Night I Thought We Might Drown in a Flash Flood
October 04, 2011|| ,

Have you ever been in a moment where for a split second you thought you might die? I know it sounds dramatic, but these are the thoughts I desperately tried to push out of my mind one night in the Grand Canyon.

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Yellowstone Geyser

Travel Mishaps - Our Yellowstone Adventure
September 16, 2011|| ,

After reading No Vacation Required’s blog post entitled, “It’s all about the Journey,” I realized we had not yet shared the frustrating part of our journey in Yellowstone. Up until now, it’s been all rainbows and butterflies with…

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Road to Yellowstone National Park

Tips for Hiking and Camping in Yellowstone
July 08, 2011|| ,

In light of a recent unfortunate event at Yellowstone National Park where a man was killed by a Grizzly bear, and since we just returned from a stay in this park, we feel a post about how to stay safe in Yellowstone would come in handy for many travelers who are planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park.

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Otherside Bungalows Laos

Photo Contest - Win a Teton Sports Backpack!
January 05, 2011|| ,

We are hosting another great travel photo contest! In addition to having a photo credit on our site, the winner will also take home a new Teton Sports 3400 backpack!

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