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Not Your Average Slim Jim

Artisanal jerky seems to be having a moment. Patagonia took the plunge with their salmon jerky offering, while many artisanal jerky companies are popping up across the country to cater not only to the outdoor set, but the upscale snack set as well. 

The Perfect Climbing Fuel

In preparation for my ice climbing trip to Ouray, I ordered a huge box of Kate's Tram Bars. Every day out on the ice, I have packed a Tram Bar as my lunch. I first tasted Tram Bars at Outdoor Retailer a couple of years ago and have been hooked ever since. Started by Kate Schade in Jackson Hole, Kate's Real Food is all about making products with ingredients from responsible, organic farms, to help you stay outside and play all day. 

Holiday Gift Guide-Outdoor Edition

Have someone on your list planning to thru hike the AT next year, or someone who trail runs, hikes, or even camps all year round? Then these various outdoor related gifts will put a smile on their face come Christmas morning. 

Get Some Salmon Jerky With Your Down Sweater

First music, now food. Seems Patagonia is diversifying itself again with the new Patagonia Provisions group, while helping do good at the same time. Through the sale of salmon jerky, Patagonia hopes to reform the current salmon fisheries and protect the future of wild salmon. 

Bleuet Pocket Stove Review

  

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