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Meghan O'Dea

Meghan O'Dea is a writer, world traveler, and life-long learner who grew up in the foothills of Appalachia. College led to summer stints in England and Slovenia, grad school to a sojourn Hong Kong, and curiosity to everywhere in between. She has written for the Washington Post, Fortune Magazine, Yoga Journal, Eater Magazine, and Uproxx amongst others. Meghan hopes to visit all seven continents with pen and paper in tow.

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Gear

14 Wilderness Survival Tools You Should Always Have in the Backcountry

by Meghan O'Dea on September 27, 2021 7:00 am on September 27, 2021

This article is brought to you by The Dyrt PRO. Try out The Dyrt PRO and find free camping to test out your new wilderness…

10 min read
Lifestyle

The Evolving Guide to Camping Terms & Outdoor Lingo

by Meghan O'Dea on May 3, 2021 8:30 am on May 3, 2021

This glossary of camping terms will have you covered from the campground to the crag. Catch up on the outdoor lexicon, or test your expert…

19 min read
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Local

A Camper's Guide to Arizona's Tonto National Forest

by Meghan O'Dea on April 19, 2021 7:00 am on April 19, 2021

This article about the Tonto National Forest was brought to you by Gregory, the makers of water reservoir backpacks that make it comfortable to carry…

26 min read
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Gear

7 Extra Items You Should Bring on Your First Solo Camping Trip

by Meghan O'Dea on May 11, 2020 11:32 am on May 11, 2020

This solo camping gear guide is brought to you by our friends at OOFOS, who make women’s footwear that’s not just comfortable, but designed to…

7 min read
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Lifestyle

10 Stunning U.S. Swimming Holes with Camping Nearby

by Meghan O'Dea on May 6, 2020 12:12 pm on May 6, 2020

This post was brought to you by our friends at IceMule Coolers. Their cooler products will have you feeling like summer will last forever, especially when…

16 min read
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Gear

What to Pack for a Camping Trip if You're Flying

by Meghan O'Dea on May 1, 2020 7:00 am on May 1, 2020

This post about what to pack for camping was brought to you by our friends at Ethnotek, who make 30 liter backpacks that are as…

10 min read
Lifestyle

You Can Camp in the Canopies at These 12 Spectacular Treehouses

by Meghan O'Dea on April 7, 2020 10:30 am on April 7, 2020

This post is brought to you by our friends at Vivobarefoot. They make minimalist shoes that are flexible and rugged enough to adapt to almost any…

14 min read
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Local

Discover the 6 Best Campgrounds in the Ozarks

by Meghan O'Dea on April 4, 2020 11:12 am on April 4, 2020

This Ozark National Forest camping guide is brought to you by our friends at Roanline, an outdoor apparel marketplace where you’ll find uncommon and localized…

8 min read
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Lifestyle

How to Plan the Best RV Tailgating Trip

by Meghan O'Dea on March 24, 2020 7:00 am on March 24, 2020

This article was brought to you by GCI Outdoor, makers of stadium chairs, tailgate chairs, and their famous outdoor rocking chair. No matter which one…

12 min read
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Local

10 Santa Barbara RV Parks for Your "American Riviera" Getaway

by Meghan O'Dea on March 24, 2020 7:00 am on March 24, 2020

This guide to Santa Barbara RV parks was brought to you by our friends at Midland USA. Have you struggled backing your RV into a…

14 min read

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