Chantae Reden, Author at The Dyrt

The Campfire Guide: How to Make a Fire Perfectly, Every Single Time.

by Chantae Reden on April 3, 2024 7:40 am on April 3, 2024

The ability to create and control fire was a big moment in human history. Building a campfire and using it to cook allowed mankind to…

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Lifestyle

Hikers, Here's How You Can Help Maintain the Trails You Love

by Chantae Reden on July 9, 2018 7:41 am on July 9, 2018

There are over 50 national parks, 10,000 state parks, and over 88,000 miles of trails on federal land throughout the U.S. The busiest trails, like…

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Lifestyle

Stream Snorkeling Destinations and Where to Camp Nearby

by Chantae Reden on June 18, 2018 3:54 pm on June 18, 2018

It’s a common misconception that there’s nothing to see in a lake, river, or stream. The ocean has monopolized our attention when it comes to…

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Local

Camp on the Shore of Lake Habeeb at Rocky Gap State Park, MD

by Chantae Reden on May 24, 2018 12:49 pm on May 24, 2018

Rocky Gap State Park is a 3000-acre park in Maryland, bordering Lake Habeeb. The area is diverse and quite beautiful, offering visitors many overnight options including powered…

5 min read

Food and Drink Lifestyle

Make Campfire Popcorn the Old Fashioned Way

by Chantae Reden on May 23, 2018 7:47 am on May 23, 2018

The simple truth: popcorn is delicious and simple to make. Campfire popcorn is even better. There’s something so satisfying about making popcorn over a campfire….

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Local

Take on Misery Ridge Trail at Smith Rock State Park, OR and Camp at the Bivouac

by Chantae Reden on May 16, 2018 6:09 pm on May 16, 2018

Smith Rock State Park covers just over 640 acres in Central Oregon’s high desert. The Crooked River flows beneath tan, jagged walls, formed by a volcanic…

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Lifestyle

Make Memories Around the Campfire with These 5 Games for All Ages

by Chantae Reden on May 15, 2018 10:42 am on May 15, 2018

Before the advent of television, radio, and computers, people mainly entertained themselves by interacting with one another. (Can you believe it?) The campfire is a…

4 min read

Local

Flytraps, Alligators, and Camping at Carolina Beach State Park, NC

by Chantae Reden on May 15, 2018 10:25 am on May 15, 2018

The Dyrt campers offer tips on camping at Carolina Beach State Park in North Carolina. Carolina Beach State Park is located on the inlet bordering…

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Lifestyle

UFOs Have Been Spotted From These 5 Camping Destinations

by Chantae Reden on April 3, 2018 12:11 pm on April 3, 2018

We know Earth is amazing. It’s no surprise to those of us who love the outdoors that extraterrestrials would be interested in visiting this beautiful…

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Gear

Ready for a Big Rig? How to Decide if RV Camping is Right For You

by Chantae Reden on March 27, 2018 4:40 pm on March 27, 2018

There is no right or wrong way to go camping. (Assuming you’re not being a jerk to nature or your fellow campers.) Some of us…

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