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A Daypack Is A Must-Have for Short Hikes

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Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. A daypack is essentially a regular bag with a bit more grit to it. They’re simple in their design, lightweight, and just the right size for carrying all […]

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5 Proven Ways To Make Wild Meat Taste Less Gamey


Gamey Taste

A strong gamey taste can really ruin a steak. After all the scouting, training, packing, trekking, and finally sealing the deal–the wild game can feel like gold to the successful hunter. A lot of work goes into getting that wild game for the freezer. After investing so much time and effort, you’re counting on a […]

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Micro Fishing: Plunge Into the World of Tiny Tackle and the Smallest Catch


what is micro fishing

What’s the big deal with tiny fish and tiny fishing tackle? Micro fishing is pushing its way into the mainstream, and this tiny technique shouldn’t be overlooked. The term micro fishing is pretty self explanatory, yet is often misunderstood by the average angler. Normally when fishing, anglers target the bigger subjects of a fish species. […]

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What NOT to Do at a National Park, and What to Do Instead

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Woman hikes Zion National Park desert Watchman Trail Utah enjoy view rock formations

People escape to the great outdoors searching for inspiration, recuperation, and of course peace and quiet. But after the pandemic inspired a steep interest in outdoor adventures for the general public, that peace and quiet started ceasing to exist. And like many things that become more popular, national parks are experiencing more effects of the […]

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