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Feel Better Instantly with This Trick for Maladies and Ailments
Whether you have a bum shoulder, a broken tailbone, a weird thumbnail, a bunny-shaped hematoma, a recurring benign gonad cyst, or anything in between, I hope you choose to name your malady. I promise naming your ailments and maladies will help you feel better instantly. Bonus points for an awesome ailment alliteration.
Infertility & Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): How We Got Pregnant
I suffer from infertility and PCOS. This story explains how we got pregnant thanks to modern medicine (despite its many shortcomings). I cannot get pregnant on my own. We tried for over a year and suffered two pregnancy losses before Lucca arrived. He has already...
An Iranian Climber on Finding Belonging in the Outdoors
In this interview, Iranian climber Kiana Ehsani shares why finding belonging in the outdoors is so important, and how those of us with privilege and access can make more space for the historically excluded. Meryl Lassen (she/they) is a 7-year member, Super Volunteer,...
Celebrating Love: A Mountain Elopement
Want to elope? Read about how Molly and Ashley pulled off their memorable mountain wedding, and learn how to plan your own elopement. Escape. Flee. Run away. Most likely derived from the 1500s Middle Dutch word lopen, the meaning of the word elope has shifted over...
Non-Trekking Uses for Trekking Poles
In the spirit of innovation, I asked you to share your most creative uses for trekking poles. First, my story: The car is locked, and the keys are inside. Having already endured a 3am start, many miles of skinning in tough conditions, and a sporty ski and hike back to...
Backcountry Hygiene 101: You Don’t Have to Smell Bad to Smell Better
In this piece, guest writer Teresa Hagerty explains Backcountry Hygiene 101 and shares her tips on how to stay fresh(ish) on long trips into the backcountry. Because you don't have to smell bad to smell better. Hello gorgeous! You - yes, you! With the messy...
Theresa Silveyra: 30 Before 30
In fall 2020, I interviewed Theresa Silveyra and Amber Chang after learning about Theresa's 30 Before 30 project. (We all know I love a good 30 before 30 project!) It was my pleasure to interview these inspirational women to learn more about Theresa and her plan to...
The Best Baby Shower Gift for Outdoorsy Parents
Want to give the best baby shower gift for outdoorsy parents? Something mom didn’t register for but definitely needs? Look no further for your outdoorsy friends: you need to get mom a convertible, baby-wearing coat! Perfect for pregnant people who love to get outside...
Set Up Your Emergency Contact Information
Editor's Note: I published this post for the first time in 2016, two years after Loren's accident. Every year around the February 19 anniversary I republish the blog to encourage you to set up your emergency contact information as a way to honor Loren's legacy. If...
