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What To Bring on a Day Hike
Do you ever look back on things you did when you were younger and think “how did I survive?” That’s the thought that runs through my head when I think about how I used to prepare for day hikes. A 16 ounce plastic water bottle, drawstring bag, and a pair of run down sneakers and I was heading to places like Angel’s Landing, Maine’s highest peaks, and other remote trails. But times have changed! In this blog post I’m going to share everything I bring on a day hike for me and my dogs. 1) Backpack The backpack I use for day hikes is the L.L. Bean Daytrekker 25 that…
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Car Camping For Beginners
Sharing tips learned from my first car camping experience, everything you will need to know as a beginner! A 4,000 Mile Round Trip Adventure! My husband and I recently took a cross country road trip from Maine to east Texas, where we will be buying land to become snowbirds (another story for another time!) We were joined by our two dog children, Brantley and Scout, who are both large dogs (60-65 lbs). The journey one way was a 30 hour drive along 1,900 miles of highway. I drive a 2015 Ford Escape, a compact SUV with all wheel drive and decent fuel economy. However, the studded snow tires I run…
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5 Maine Hikes To Do With Your Dog(s)
If you’re like me, you might have adopted a dog with the expectation of hiking together. And…if you’re like me, maybe you adopted a second dog shortly after and was overwhelmed by the prospect of hiking solo with two dogs. In this blog post I’m going to share my experience, tips, and top 5 hikes in Maine you and your furry hiking buddy can do together. Prepping For The Hike Are Dogs Allowed Where You’re Going? Dogs can be a great hiking companion but there are some considerations to make before you hit the trail. Always confirm that dogs are allowed. Some places, like bird sanctuaries or preserves, don’t allow…
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How to Get an Environmental Job
In this article I’m going to provide a breakdown of the different kinds of jobs within the environmental industry and my top tips on improving your chances for getting hired. Since a young age, I loved wildlife and nature, and knew I wanted an environmental job. While the high school guidance department didn’t offer much assistance at the time in teaching us degree options, I had whittled mine down to two : zoology or environmental science. I chose Environmental Science because it had broader applicability. Once in school, I learned of state agencies responsible for wildlife management and for years I dreamed of becoming a wildlife biologist. However, I wasn’t…
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How To Vacation (More) Sustainably
This past week my husband and I along with two close friends vacationed down in beautiful St. Croix, USVI. It was an absolute dream, and a much needed break from the nose stinging, face freezing temperatures at home. In this post, I’ll be sharing with you some details from my trip and how to vacation more sustainably. *We got COVID-cleared, as the US Virgin Islands require a negative test result within five days of travel and pre-approval to enter via a travel portal. While this isn’t something I would normally consider as “eco-friendly”, this is now something that needs to be factored into travel plans for most places. Getting To…
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6 Eco-Friendly Winter Activities
Winter is arguably my favorite season because there are so many ways to get outside and enjoy nature, without dealing with bugs, heat, and humidity. In this blog post I’ll go over six different eco-friendly winter activities for you to try this season. If you’re a regular reader of my blog, you know that I’m not just all about sustainability when it comes to the environment, but also when it comes to finances! Being in a debt free journey myself, I’m always looking for ways to have fun and adventure at a low cost, while also being environmentally friendly. I evaluate these activities based on three criteria: Cost, Accessibility, and…
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Let’s Talk About: Volunteering
Welcome back to another “Let’s Talk About” series post, where I dive a little deeper into topics and provide supporting research. Today’s topic is all about volunteering, its benefits, and my experience. Storytime: My History With Volunteering I first began volunteering in college. Midway through my second year, I discovered that I could graduate an entire year early, and as exciting as that was, it was also a terrifying reality check. I was coming to the realization that my classwork alone wouldn’t differentiate me enough as a job applicant, and with only one and a half years of school left, I needed to get more experience, and fast. I already…
