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Common Ground
The outdoors is a bipartisan space. Despite their differences, hunters and hikers alike agree that we need wild lands and wild spaces, and that these should be preserved for future generations. In an increasingly polarizing political climate, perhaps the outdoor arena is one that could help maintain and repair our delicate social fabric.
6 Things I Learned About Outdoor Living by Working on a Trail Crew
First, imagine working a full-time, minimum-wage job. Then, add rain – so much that everything you own gets wet and stays wet for days on end. Add backbreaking labor, knee-deep mud, and dangerous tools. The result? A trail maintenance job, aka the most wonderful/awful job around.
Living the Open Air Life
Understanding the phrase "friluftsliv" is critical to understanding not only the Norwegian lifestyle and mindset, but also an important concept for any budding outdoor enthusiast to appreciate.