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Of a Lifetime by The North Face Makes You Want to Charter a Sailboat To Antarctica

When I first saw Of A Lifetime pop up on my computer screen, I figured I’d give it a quick watch. Five minutes in, I realized this was no ordinary ski video. This was something special. I paused, headed to my TV, and settled in to experience the full 44 minutes on the biggest screen in my house. It was the best decision I made all week.

These Four Tips Will Keep You Warm While Hiking This Winter

As winter transforms the great outdoors into a pristine, snow-laden paradise, the allure of cold weather hiking becomes undeniable. While the idea of navigating frosty trails might seem daunting, with the right preparation and gear, it can be an exhilarating and memorable experience. In this guide, we'll share four essential tips for hiking in the cold and recommend gear that seamlessly integrates into your winter adventure.

The Water Filter for Your Everyday Life

I wish I could say that when I picked up the Katadyn BeFree filter that I wasn't skeptical, but, I was for several reasons and they were all wrong.

About two months ago, I was headed out to climb all of the 14,000 foot peaks in the Sawatch Range and needed a light-weight water filter to use on the go, without the worry of drinking bad water. 

I have to admit, most water filters are bulky and hard to use, so I avoid them at all costs, typically opting for iodine tablets or aquamira. But, for this trip, I wanted to try something new, something light, and something convenient, if there was such a thing.

To my surprise, there is; the Katadyn BeFree filter system

'Life Lived Wild' Showcases Adventure at Its Core

From the summit of K2, one of the deadliest mountains in the world, to a self-supported crossing of the Chant Tang plateau, Rick Ridgeway shares tales from a lifetime of adventure. Life Lived Wild is Ridgeway’s newest book that will leave your palms sweaty in one chapter then make you question your role in society in the next. This amazing read is chock-full of knowledge, humility, and showcases, by example, how to live a life of adventure. While I originally picked up Life Lived Wild for the adventure, I was drawn deeper into the pages for the personal connection and discussion on friendship, family life, and risk taking. If you are looking for a book to read this summer, or any time, to get yourself excited for your next outing, snag a copy of Life Lived Wild.

Digital Nomad Must Read Book List

Having the mindset to live on the road means you are willing to work through the punches. As a digital nomad, these books will help you find yourself along your travels as well as give you a perspective that showcases how others have done it in the past. In the end, what you read influences your daily life, your thoughts, and eventually your actions, so read the books which will help you get to where you want to go!