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Katelyn Michaud

Katelyn Michaud is a freelance writer and healthcare consultant from Portland, Maine. She has traveled to over 40 countries and loves horseback riding, scuba diving, and hiking. Her happy place is in the mountains of Maine with her Australian Shepherd. Check out her blog, <a href="https://www.diariesofawanderinglobster.com/">Diaries of a Wandering Lobster</a>.

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Boondocking: The Complete Guide to Free Camping (Almost) Anywhere

by Katelyn Michaud on September 13, 2023 7:12 am on September 13, 2023

Boondocking is more than a funny word: it’s a totally rad way to hit the road! Essentially, “boondocking”  is when you utilize free camping without…

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The Top 5 Reviewed Campgrounds in Maine

by Katelyn Michaud on April 8, 2020 11:21 am on April 8, 2020

Discover the top 5 campgrounds in Maine, as reviewed by campers on The Dyrt. PLUS, five undiscovered campgrounds that have yet to be reviewed. Be…

7 min read
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4 Coastal Highways for Road Trips With Beach Camping

by Katelyn Michaud on June 6, 2018 1:02 pm on June 6, 2018

You can find thousands of miles of coastline with nearby beach camping along both the east and west coasts of the United States. Throw in…

4 min read
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Explore Six Miles of Beaches Camping at Delaware Seashore State Park, DE

by Katelyn Michaud on May 23, 2018 3:33 pm on May 23, 2018

Delaware Seashore State Park stretches for six miles along the coast of Delaware. Visitors have direct beach access close to the two onsite campgrounds. Bordered…

4 min read
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View Seaside Wildlife Camping at Rocky Neck State Park, CT

by Katelyn Michaud on May 23, 2018 3:05 pm on May 23, 2018

Rocky Neck State Park is located off of I-95 in East Lyme, Connecticut. This 710-acre state park is popular with campers and day users for its intimate…

5 min read
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Catch the Sunrise Over the Atlantic at Edisto Beach State Park, SC

by Katelyn Michaud on May 15, 2018 3:21 pm on May 15, 2018

The Dyrt campers share their advice on camping at Edisto Beach State Park.  Situated about halfway between Charleston and Hilton Head, Edisto Beach State Park…

4 min read
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Pigs in a Blanket: 8 Fun Ways to Enjoy a Campfire Favorite

by Katelyn Michaud on May 14, 2018 12:34 pm on May 14, 2018

Pigs in a Blanket are a campground treat that’s both classic and fun. The classic recipe is a hot dog wrapped in cheese and a…

3 min read
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Campers Love These 6 Dog-Friendly Campgrounds in New York

by Katelyn Michaud on April 10, 2018 3:37 pm on April 10, 2018

Both city and country pups know that New York has a lot to offer. Sure, you’ve got the tall buildings of the Big Apple, with…

6 min read
Local

Campers Love These 6 Dog-Friendly Campgrounds in Maine

by Katelyn Michaud on April 8, 2018 10:09 am on April 8, 2018

With an abundance of lush, green outdoor space, there’s no surprise that SafeWise ranked Maine as the number one dog-friendliest state in the country. Your ocean-loving…

6 min read
Lifestyle

10 Summer Camps That Could Change Your Kid's Life

by Katelyn Michaud on April 4, 2018 10:28 am on April 4, 2018

Do you have memories of summer camp as a kid? The days of swimming in lakes, running through the woods to “capture the flag,” weaving…

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