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June 10, 2021
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My Lightweight Backpacking Gear List for 2021

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Backpacking, Outdoors | 7 Comments
February 17, 2021
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Outdoor Trip Planning with Packup App – Adventure Made Easy

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Gear Reviews | No Comments
February 11, 2021
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Simple Way to Pack Your Backpack for Overnight Hikes

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Backpacking, Outdoors | 2 Comments
September 1, 2020

Grande Cache – Mecca for Recreation & Adventure in NW Alberta Foothills

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Road Trips, Travel Destinations | No Comments
December 27, 2019
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2019 Year in Review – Hiking on Vancouver Island

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Backpacking, Day Hikes, Outdoors | 16 Comments
September 1, 2019
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Hike Brigade Lake Trail to Klitsa Mountain

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Backpacking, Day Hikes | 2 Comments
August 24, 2019

Easy 3 Day Backpacking Food List

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Backpacking | 2 Comments
August 4, 2019
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Backpacking Gear List for 3-5 Day Trip

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Backpacking | 14 Comments
July 19, 2019

Gear Review : Norrona Falketind Gore-Tex Jacket

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Gear Reviews | No Comments
July 8, 2019
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Gear Review : Pelican Go Case G40

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Gear Reviews | 2 Comments
March 25, 2019
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Gear Review : MSR Windburner Duo Stove System

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Gear Reviews | No Comments
June 18, 2017
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Gear Review : Black Diamond Liquid Point GTX Shell

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Gear Reviews | 2 Comments
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