Meghan O'Dea, Author at The Dyrt

This "Backpack Cooler" Holds a 24-Pack, Plus Ice

by Meghan O'Dea on October 9, 2018 11:23 am on October 9, 2018

Enjoying frosty camping drinks in the great outdoors is a time-honored tradition. If you’re car camping it’s not a big a deal to lug the…

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Gear

How a Flat-Footed Camper Eliminated Pain with Minimalist Boots

by Meghan O'Dea on October 9, 2018 11:04 am on October 9, 2018

You don’t have to trek far to find the best hiking boots for flat feet, according to this Ranger on The Dyrt. When you have…

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Local

How to Camp and Bikepack Missouri's 240-Mile Converted Railroad

by Meghan O'Dea on October 9, 2018 11:00 am on October 9, 2018

This article about the Katy Trail was brought to you by our friends at Matador. They designed an ultra-light packable backpack that can hold all your…

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Lifestyle

5 Midwest Bike Store Cafes That Are Worth a Detour

by Meghan O'Dea on October 4, 2018 11:06 am on October 4, 2018

This article is brought to your by our friends at Inno Racks. Their bike carriers make it easy to hit the road and find new…

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Local

This 1,700-Mile Thru-Hike Covers More Than North Carolina's Wilderness

by Meghan O'Dea on October 3, 2018 10:33 am on October 3, 2018

This article was brought to you by our friends at OOFOS, whose recovery shoes feature a special foam and unique design that support the muscles, joints, and…

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Lifestyle

The Ultimate Campfire Playlist: A Collection of Camper Favorites

by Meghan O'Dea on October 2, 2018 2:18 pm on October 2, 2018

This campfire playlist is brought to you by our friends at Aftershokz, the makers of open ear headphones that let you safely listen to campfire…

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house with illuminated window visible in a spooky foggy forest

Lifestyle

Live Your Own Scary Story at These 6 Haunted Campgrounds

by Meghan O'Dea on October 2, 2018 2:14 pm on October 2, 2018

This article on haunted campgrounds is brought to you by our friends at Vivobarefoot who developed a sturdy, comfortable shoe made from 17 plastic bottles….

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camping apparel to fit in your capsule wardrobe

Gear

5 Brands We Turn to for a Simple, Outdoor-Friendly Wardrobe

by Meghan O'Dea on October 1, 2018 10:37 am on October 1, 2018

This article was brought to you by our friends at Ethnotek, the makers of everyday backpacks that are versatile enough for a capsule wardrobe. While…

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couple clinking two wine glasses together at their waterfront campsite

Local

Where to Find Wine and Camping in Oregon's Southern Willamette Valley

by Meghan O'Dea on October 1, 2018 10:36 am on October 1, 2018

This article on Willamette Valley wine tours and nearby camping is brought to you by our friends at IceMule Coolers. Their cooler products can keep your wine…

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Local

[UPDATED]: Why Zion Suddenly Shut Down Permits for The Narrows

by Meghan O'Dea on September 28, 2018 3:33 pm on September 28, 2018

UPDATE: Zion National Park has resumed temporarily issuing permits through the end of 2018 until a formal, “more permanent solution,” is reached with the private…

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