Megan Walsh, Author at The Dyrt

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A Different Kind of Festival: Pickathon Offers Forested Camping and Sustainability

by Megan Walsh on June 21, 2019 7:00 am on June 21, 2019

This article about Pickathon is brought to you by Banner & Oak, a company with deep expertise in headwear. Their trucker hats are the perfect…

7 min read

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Gear

This Packable Rain Jacket is Great For Lightweight Backpacking

by Megan Walsh on June 14, 2019 7:00 am on June 14, 2019

For 25 years, Red Ledge has created durable rain gear for outdoor enthusiasts who spend months on the trail – rain or shine. Their affordable,…

3 min read

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Lifestyle

How to Clean a Water Bladder On and Off the Trail

by Megan Walsh on June 5, 2019 7:00 am on June 5, 2019

Water bladders have revolutionized hydration in the backcountry; instead of stopping to pull out buried water bottles that inevitably add pack weight to your thru-hike…

5 min read

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Gear

How to Build the Ultimate Summer Hiking Outfits for Men and Women

by Megan Walsh on May 31, 2019 2:48 pm on May 31, 2019

The best summer hiking outfits are brought to you by Banner & Oak, whose snapback trucker hats are comfortable, fashionable, and made to represent the…

12 min read

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Lifestyle

11 Family Campgrounds for the Young and Young at Heart

by Megan Walsh on May 29, 2019 7:00 am on May 29, 2019

This list of family campgrounds across the U.S. is brought to you by GCI Outdoor, the makers of camping chairs that will keep you rested…

10 min read

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Gear

These Comfy Camping Chairs Will Redefine Your Campfire Game

by Megan Walsh on May 28, 2019 2:46 pm on May 28, 2019

This article is brought to you by GCI Outdoor whose comfy camping chairs–ranging from stools to a collapsible rocking chair–will keep you comfortable no matter…

4 min read

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Lifestyle

This Retired Couple is Hitting the Road, Despite a Dementia Diagnosis

by Megan Walsh on May 28, 2019 7:00 am on May 28, 2019

Myrna and Sheldon Green are seasoned pros when it comes to packing up and moving to a new destination. For 12 years, the couple followed…

8 min read

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Gear

Why Every RV Traveler's Wardrobe Should Include UV Protection Clothing

by Megan Walsh on May 28, 2019 7:00 am on May 28, 2019

This guide to UV protection clothing is brought to you by éclipse, whose sun sleeves and clothing keep campers safe and stylish. The sun offers…

7 min read

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Gear

This Multifaceted Carabiner Is Also A Knife With A Firestarter

by Megan Walsh on May 27, 2019 7:00 am on May 27, 2019

This article is brought to you by Outdoor Element, an outdoor survival gear brand that helps adventure enthusiasts stay safe while doing all of their favorite…

3 min read

Gear

17 Accessories Every RVer Should Have On Board

by Megan Walsh on May 22, 2019 7:00 am on May 22, 2019

This roundup of RV accessories is brought to you by our friends at Grubstick, who make the world’s first telescopic fire pit sticks. Their interchangeable…

8 min read