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Megan Young McPartland

Megan hails from southwest Colorado, where she grew up hiking and camping. Since then, she has been on the road, working as an outdoor guide. She's guided hiking trips in British Columbia, whitewater in Washington and Idaho, and taught skiing across Colorado.

Megan has spent over 100 days camping at the bottom of the Grand Canyon and is currently bagging Colorado's 14ers with her Border Collie, Alli. When she's not getting lost on the trail, you can find Megan wherever there's WIFI sharing her outdoor experience so that others may learn from her mistakes.

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5 Places Where You Can Rent Camping Gear

Hiring out camping equipment is a smart alternative to buying a setup you might only use once. This guide covers five places you can rent from, so you can try before you buy.
Maroon Bells peaks in Crater Lake, Colorado

Best Hikes in Colorado: 17 Incredible Trails

Colorado hiking is nothing short of incredible. From soaring summits to wanders through fascinating red rock wonderlands, there is something here for everyone. Check it all out on one of these top-rated trails.
Camping group of friends having fun round a campfire

Fun Camping Games for Adults: The Ultimate List

There’s so much more to camping than waiting to get into your sleeping bags. In this guide, we’ll share how-to-play instructions for our 15 favorite games to liven up your nights at camp!
Cooler sitting in front of tent with veg on chopping board sitting on top of it

Camping Food Storage Ideas and Solutions

Correct food storage when you're camping isn’t always common sensical. This guide will take you through how and where to store your food outdoors and provides some need-to-know food-handling tips and tricks.
Camping gear including backpack, sleeping mat, and camping stove packed up in front of a tent in the forest

Cheap Camping Gear! Where and When to Buy It

Looking for affordable outdoor gear? If so, we’ve got you covered. This guide reveals 12 places where you can find new and used camping items for less.
Family of four with their feet sticking out of their tent

Family Camping Checklist: Everything You Need To Pack!

Camping with the whole family doesn’t have to be stressful. This guide breaks down what to pack for a safe and fun-packed family trip outdoors.
Sleeping bag on a ledge in front of mountains

Sleeping Bag Temperature Ratings Explained

Knowing how to understand temperature ratings can make finding the right sleeping bag a lot easier. This guide will take you through sleeping bag ratings, seasonality, and helpful tips for staying warm in your sleeping bag.
Two campers lying on sleeping pads

What Are Sleeping Pad R-Values (And Why Are They Important)?

Understanding R-values and thermal resistance can make finding the right sleeping pad much easier. This guide will take you through how R-values work, why they matter, and provide tips for choosing the perfect pad for you.
The road leading to Monument Valley in Arizona

What Is Dispersed Camping And Where Can You Do It?

Dispersed or “dry” camping allows you to get away from noisy campgrounds and reconnect. This guide will take you through where to disperse camp, what to bring, and other important logistics.
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