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Dirtbag Dreams Stories

Women in the Backcountry, Part 1: Why Do Women-Only Spaces Matter?

October 1, 2020December 2, 2020Dirtbag Dreams Stories, Dirtbag Life, Women in the Outdoors Dani Reyes-Acosta 7 Comments on Women in the Backcountry, Part 1: Why Do Women-Only Spaces Matter?

“There it is!” Jen’s voice rang across the cirque as the mid-morning sun slithered striped shadows across the north-facing slopes we planned to ski. She pointed, I gawked. We needed to hustle: we still had a good distance to climb…

Want to Start Skiing In The Backcountry? Do This First.

September 28, 2020September 28, 2020Dirtbag Dreams Stories, Dirtbag Life Jessica Villaire Leave a Comment on Want to Start Skiing In The Backcountry? Do This First.

What would you tell someone who wants to start getting into the backcountry? As more and more snow enthusiasts flock to the mountains, people are seeing the advantages to skiing, riding, hiking, and snowmobiling out of bounds of major ski…

8 Vanlife Myths Debunked

September 15, 2020November 13, 2020Dirtbag Life, Travel, Women in the Outdoors Kaya Lindsay 5 Comments on 8 Vanlife Myths Debunked

The sight of the open road, a casual yet classic vibe, large sunglasses and some 60’s rock playing in the background… Vanlife, am I right? The idyllic Instagram lifestyle seems so perfect.  *screeching tires sound*  Let’s back this up and…

How to Clean Your Outdoor Gear

September 3, 2020November 13, 2020Dirtbag Dreams Stories Meg Atteberry Leave a Comment on How to Clean Your Outdoor Gear

We all love to play in the dirt, but all that grime can be detrimental to the life of your gear. Keeping your gear clean can help you adventure for longer. At the end of an adventure-filled season, you may…

The Hottest Climbing Gear of 2020

August 11, 2020October 2, 2020Dirtbag Dreams Stories, ProView Gear Reviews Meg Atteberry Leave a Comment on The Hottest Climbing Gear of 2020

Get expert buying advice from a resident outdoor pro with this lineup of must-have climbing gear this season.

Coming out of the Grand Canyon to Covid-19

August 10, 2020September 15, 2020Dirtbag Dreams Stories, Dirtbag Life, Water, Women in the Outdoors Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on Coming out of the Grand Canyon to Covid-19

In March of 2020 Covid-19 began to burn its way through the United States. The stock market was crashing, people were getting laid off en masse, zoom calls were skyrocketing and people were dying. In March of 2020, I would…

Must-Have Car Camping Gear for an Adventurous Summer

July 6, 2020September 15, 2020Camping, Dirtbag Dreams Stories, Dirtbag Life, ProView Gear Reviews Meg Atteberry Leave a Comment on Must-Have Car Camping Gear for an Adventurous Summer

An epic lineup of this season's hottest car camping gear! Get pro advice on what you need to enjoy a night under the stars this season.

What I Wish I’d Known Before Rafting the Grand Canyon

June 30, 2020September 15, 2020Dirtbag Destinations, Dirtbag Life, Water, Women in the Outdoors Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on What I Wish I’d Known Before Rafting the Grand Canyon

An Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Rafting the Grand Canyon On March 19th, on a cold gray morning, I left the comfortable known shoreline of Lee’s Ferry and disembarked into the unknown waters of the Grand Canyon. Up until this point…

To Climb or Not to Climb?

June 2, 2020June 25, 2020Climbing, Conservation & Sustainability, Dirtbag Dreams Stories, Outdoor Industry Kaya Lindsay Leave a Comment on To Climb or Not to Climb?

So… is it safe to go climbing? Every single one of my climber friends is having a similar conversation. The crag by their house never has anyone at it, so, is that okay? Is crack climbing okay? What about climbing…

How to Get Outdoors Responsibly

May 26, 2020August 3, 2020Conservation & Sustainability, Dirtbag Dreams Stories, Dirtbag Life, Outdoor Industry Meg Atteberry Leave a Comment on How to Get Outdoors Responsibly

Does anyone else feel like the world has turned upside down? Maybe you feel a push and a pull. Our coveted outdoor spaces are slowly opening up during this pandemic. You want to get out and breathe some fresh air,…

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