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Welcome

Helping you become an independent explorer

If you’re like me, you feel most alive in the outdoors. On the weekends, you’d rather hit the trail than the bar, and you choose sleeping under the stars over 5 star hotels.

As one of the leading outdoor blogs run by an all-female team, my goal is to share real-world outdoor advice that will prepare you for whatever nature throws at you.

无论是徒步旅行,露营,backpacking or van life, I’m here to help you build confidence and support you in your journey outdoors.

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Kristen Bor

Hi! I’m a hiking obsessed, half-time van lifer who is happiest in the mountains. My team and I are here to help you feel prepared and to have meaningful experiences in the outdoors.

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We all have a responsibility to look after the places that we love.

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Hiking and Backpacking

Explore the wilderness on foot

You don’t need to climb a 20,000 foot mountain to reap the rewards of the outdoors. All you need is a good pair of boots, a pack, and a few important hiking essentials. Get ready to hit some incredible hiking trails with our essential hiking tips and hiking gear roundups.

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All About Van Life

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The Bearfoot Theory team has over 12 years of van life between us in all different types of vans, and we’re here to show you how it’s done. Learn how to pick the right van for your lifestyle, get inspiration for your van conversion, and learn practical advice and smart solutions to living a more spontaneous lifestyle.

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Car Camping and Road Trips

The open road is calling

塔克到森林里安静的地方。建立了基础camp with views as far as the eye can see. Refuel at the end of the day by the crackling campfire, knowing a new adventure is waiting for you tomorrow. Explore road trip tips and detailed itineraries across North America to find hidden gems off-the-beaten-path.

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“I wanted to thank you for the incredible resources you have carefully curated on your website. I recently decided I want to explore the outdoors more and I was in the hunt to find good resources to help me with that. And boy did I find exactly what I needed in you!

In two weeks I will be taking a trip to Zion to do some hiking and in October will be doing the Trans Catalina. I’ve read everything you have written on these areas and I feel so ready and prepared! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
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Bearfoot Theory has helped me see “I got this!” when it comes to spending time outside… I feel less spooked by all the things that could go wrong and more excited about doing what I love: spending time outside.”
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Raised in the northeast and always on the ocean, getting into the mountains to hike and camp are new adventures for me! The information on Bearfoot Theory has been motivation to just get out there and DO IT! Your posts help me think about essentials, planning, safety, and fun! I especially like your gear lists.

I appreciate that you take time to explain not only why I need an item, but you explain why you recommend that brand or item. Thanks for being an inspiration and educator!”
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Massachusetts
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