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Real Talk: Dealing With Your Period in the Backcountry
Okay, let's talk about it! Periods in the Backcountry: What Works, What Doesn’t, and Why I Swear by Period Underwear Let’s be real —...
Tori Baird
Jun 104 min read
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5 Essential Gear Items for Pooping in the Backcountry
Because nature calls… even in nature. Let’s say it: pooping in the backcountry is not glamorous, but it is a reality. And once you get...
Tori Baird
Jun 103 min read
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Did You Know You Can Bring Cheese into the Backcountry?
Yep, that’s right. Cheese. With no cooler, no ice packs and definitely no refrigerator. I’ve added cheese to my meals on day 14 of a...
Tori Baird
Jun 102 min read
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5 Things I Learned Solo Camping for the First Time with my 3-Year Old
This year for the May long weekend I decided try drive-up camping with my 3-year old and a friend and her son, so I booked us a campsite...
Tori Baird
Jun 104 min read
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Beginner Canoe Routes for Families with Young Kids
Your Guide to Gentle Adventures in the Backcountry Thinking about your first backcountry canoe trip with your baby or young child? You’re...
Tori Baird
Jun 23 min read
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My 5 Must-Have Luxury Items for Backcountry Camping
Backcountry camping doesn’t have to mean sacrificing comfort. After years of remote trips, I’ve found 5 “luxury” items that totally elevate the experience — without weighing me down. From morale boosters to practical comforts, these essentials help me feel more like me out there. Check out the full blog post and Amazon list to upgrade your own kit (without overpacking!).
Tori Baird
May 263 min read
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From Home Renovations to Embracing Solo Adventures - Becki Peckham's Outdoor Journey
Welcome to another episode of Paddle Like a Girl ! This week, I sat down with Becki Peckham, filmmaker and visual storyteller behind the...
Tori Baird
May 132 min read
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Inside the Hamilton Adventure Expo with Founder Breton Kennedy
This week, I sat down with Breton Kennedy , co-founder of the Hamilton Adventure Expo , to talk about how she turned her love of nature...
Tori Baird
May 132 min read
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Nature, Identity & Community: Chelsea Murphy of She Colors Nature
Welcome to another episode of Paddle Like a Girl ! This week, I sat down with Chelsea Murphy , outdoor advocate and founder of She Colors...
Tori Baird
May 22 min read
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Podcast Recap: Raising Resilient Kids Outdoors — with Mercede Rogers
Welcome to another episode of Paddle Like a Girl ! This week, I sat down with Mercede Rogers—outdoor educator, canoe tripping camp...
Tori Baird
Apr 242 min read
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Podcast Recap: Embracing the Wild — with Brooke Whipple
This week, I sat down with Brooke Whipple, an adventurer, builder, and filmmaker known for her YouTube channel Girl in the Woods and her...
Tori Baird
Apr 152 min read
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Breaking Barriers in Outdoor Recreation: Dionne Daley & the BIPOC Outdoor Gear Library
This week, I sat down with Dionne Daley, founder of the BIPOC Outdoor Gear Library, to talk about breaking barriers in outdoor...
Tori Baird
Apr 82 min read
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Basic Backcountry Canoeing Safety Tips
When heading out on a backcountry canoe trip, preparation is key to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. From unexpected weather...
Tori Baird
Apr 34 min read
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Episode Recap: Choosing the Right Canoe with Sara Mills of Nova Craft Canoe
This week, I sat down with Sara Mills, the Marketing Manager at Nova Craft Canoe . We explored the history and evolution of Nova Craft,...
Tori Baird
Apr 12 min read
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Episode Recap: Adventure, Photography & Confidence with Cobi Sharpe
I sat down with Cobi Sharpe , an award-winning photographer, adventurer, and founder of Spark Adventure Photography Workshops . We dive...
Tori Baird
Mar 252 min read
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Episode Recap: Finding Confidence & Community in the Outdoors with Ann-Marie
I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Ann-Marie , an outdoor enthusiast, photographer, teacher, and content creator. We talked...
Tori Baird
Mar 252 min read
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Episode Recap: Embracing Imperfection in the Outdoors with Michelle, The Wimpy Camper
I had an honest and entertaining conversation with Michelle , known as The Wimpy Camper on Instagram. Michelle describes herself as a...
Tori Baird
Mar 252 min read
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Episode Recap: Content Creation & Outdoor Entrepreneurship with Emily Gillespie
I had the pleasure of chatting with Emily Gillespie , an entrepreneur, content marketer, and outdoor enthusiast. Emily has worked with...
Tori Baird
Mar 252 min read
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Episode Recap: Balancing Creativity, Adventure & Business with Brittany Richards
This week, I had an insightful conversation with Brittany Richards, co-founder of Freak of Nature Co. —an outdoor-inspired brand...
Tori Baird
Mar 252 min read
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Episode Recap: Embracing the Adventure with Carlie Duquette
In this episode of Paddle Like a Girl , I had an amazing conversation with Carlie Duquette , an outdoor enthusiast and adventure mom...
Tori Baird
Mar 242 min read
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