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Is the outdoors really inclusive?
A perspective on growing up in a remote town near the Andes in Argentina where safety issues and lack of resources meant experiencing the great outdoors was not accessible. 25 yrs later living in Europe and facing judgement on a lack of experience and comfort with being "outdoorsy."
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5 Tips for Plus-Size Hikers
For anyone, hiking can be challenging and amazing all at the same time. From rough trails to rolling hills to massive mountains to caves and low valleys there are so many options and so many beautiful views that come along with it. I believe that everyone should have this experience, including plus-size people!
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LifeStraw in the time of COVID-19
Updates on LifeStraw's response to the COVID-19 Outbreak. Descriptions of our global team's dedication to helping local communities and families.
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A Guide to Low-Waste Backpacking
In this post, we break down how to plan and prepare for a 3-day, low-waste backcountry backpacking trip. By following our guide you’ll feel more organized, confident, and less overwhelmed with the process as you plan for your next adventure. And the best part, you can feel good knowing you’re being proactive in taking responsibility to keep our treasured places clean and natural.
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Best Places for Sustainable Travel to Reset for the New Year
Written in partnership with bloggers Jules and Christine of Don't Forget to Move The New Year is the perfect time to travel. While most people are hermitting after the holidays, you can actually score some awesome travel deals during January and February. It can also be incredibly therapeutic to start off the new year (and a new decade!) with travel. Taking a New Year’s trip can instill a sense of excitement to what is normally a dreary time of year (if you live in the Northern hemisphere). More than that, it can help you reset after what is inevitably a stressful...
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The LifeStraw team will be out of the office on Giving Tuesday. Here’s Why:
A note from Alison Hill, LifeStraw's managing director: giving back is part of the DNA of our company. That is why I encourage our staff, and everyone who loves the LifeStraw brand, to give of yourself - Give You - this holiday season. I am giving the entire LifeStraw team the day off work this Giving Tuesday, December 3, to volunteer or participate in activities that give back to their communities.
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