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Jolanda Lapegna

Jolanda is a full-time writer and life-long outdoor enthusiast. Growing up on a small island off the Eastern Canadian coast, she spent most of her childhood hiking, swimming and fishing in the Atlantic ocean.

After a short stint in the corporate world, Jolanda quit her day job to write full-time and check out what lies beyond the Canadian shores. Ever since, she’s been hiking, biking and kayaking her way across 11 European countries and counting.

Jolanda currently lives in the beautiful, Tuscan countryside. When she isn’t hanging out in the woods or at the beach, you’ll catch her foraging for mushrooms and truffles with her truffle-dog, Red.

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Harriman State Park, New York

Best Campgrounds in New York: The Ultimate Guide

From the wild beauty of the Catskills to the remote wilderness of the Adirondacks, discover your next favorite NY getaway in this guide to the Empire State’s top campgrounds.
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Backpacking Breakfast Ideas: 9 Easy & Yummy Options

There’s nothing quite like waking up to a delicious breakfast in the backcountry. These morning meal ideas are lightweight, tasty, versatile, and provide all the fuel you need for a long day backpacking.
Farmland in the Ohio countryside

Best Camping in Ohio: 19 Must-Visit Sites in the Buckeye State

Ohio has a heck of a lot more going on than just corn fields! Discover exactly what this hugely underrated state has hidden up its sleeve in this guide to Ohio’s top 19 campgrounds.
Woman hiker sitting on rock looking at mountains

Best Gifts for Outdoor Women: 27 Gear, Clothes & Novelty Ideas

Looking for the perfect gift for that outdoorsy gal in your life? Our gift-giving guide includes both practical and just-for-fun gifts that will get her excited about her next outdoor adventure!
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Best Glamping in California: Our Favorite 15 Cali Locations

With these unique and varied glamping spots, you can enjoy all the best bits of California camping without renouncing modern conveniences. Check out our guide to learn more.
Lake Cuyamaca near San Diego

Best Hikes in San Diego: 15 Trails By “America’s Finest City”

The San Diego area has plenty of adventure to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Our guide includes all the best hikes in and around San Diego, so get ready to lace up your hiking boots and hit the trails!
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15 Best Hikes In Yosemite National Park

Towering waterfalls, ancient sequoia trees, and some of California’s most beautiful landscapes are waiting to be explored at Yosemite National Park. With over 750 miles of hiking trails calling your name, Yosemite is the place to be!
Selection of dehydrated vegetable slices laid out over table

13 Best Vegetables to Dehydrate for Camping and Backpacking

Looking for healthy and delicious snacks to bring while hiking, backpacking, or camping? Try dehydrated vegetables! Learn how to create these tasty treats for yourself with this handy guide.
Skillet of chili with a bread roll sitting on a mossy mound

Campfire Chili: How to Make Every Camper’s Favorite Meal

Nothing warms the soul like a bowl of delicious chili enjoyed around a campfire! In this post, we share the only recipe you’ll ever need to impress your camping pals.
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