19 Outdoor Adventures for Every Timeline—From One Minute to a Lifetime
Got a free afternoon? Or maybe a sabbatical on the horizon? These adventures fit any timeframe.
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Kassondra Cloos
Kassondra is a freelance writer and editor specializing in branded content in the adventure travel and outdoor industries. Her work has been published by The New York Times, Travel Channel, Outside, Backpacker, HGTV, Enterprise Rent-a-Car, the REI Co-op Journal, Gossamer Magazine, and many others.
My Stories
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Where Should You Hike in 2023? We Asked 5 Pros About Their Epic Plans.
For new year trail inspiration, we turned to some of the most adventurous hikers we know.
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