Shawna Newman

Shawna currently lives in Las Vegas where she gets in lots of great hiking at Red Rock Canyon and Valley of Fire State Park. When she has time, she visits National Parks in a quest to visit each one in the U.S. Shawna’s favorite outdoors activity is hiking and her favorite National Park (so far) is Badlands National Park in South Dakota.

How To Select The Best Stand Up Paddle Board For Beginners (2024)

So, you’ve tried stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) on vacay or with your paddle-happy pals and now you’re itching to get your own board to join the cool kids club. Look into the SUP shopping world, and suddenly it’s like, “Whoa, there’s more to this than picking the prettiest board?” Yep, snag a dud board and

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Bouldering For Beginners: Benefits And Tips To Get You Started

Ever walked past that climbing wall at the gym and thought, “What in the Spider-Man wannabe world is that?” or “Is this just rock climbing for people who hate fresh air?” Well, strap in, because we’re about to unravel the mysteries of indoor mountain-goating, also known as bouldering. Before you can say “spandex superhero,” you’ll

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Are Fuji Bikes Any Good?

Ah, Fuji bikes. You’ve probably heard the name tossed around in bike circles like it’s bicycle royalty—and you wouldn’t be wrong. This brand isn’t just a big deal; it’s like the granddaddy of bikes, hailing from Japan with over a century’s worth of bike-making mojo. Now, you might be wondering, “But are Fuji bikes actually

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Check Out These 7 Fun & Active Camping Games for Adults

When you’re out camping and have already hugged all the trees and marveled at the stars, what’s next? Amping up the fun with some camping games, that’s what! Because let’s be real, there’s only so much nature one can appreciate before needing to unleash some competitive spirit—or just a good old-fashioned belly laugh. Camping games

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How I Got Better At Biking: 6 Tips To Improve Your Cycling

Biking’s the cool kid on the block when it comes to breaking a sweat. Why? Because you can literally take your two-wheeled adventure buddy anywhere – down the street, through mystical forest trails, or even up mountains if you’re feeling extra adventurous. The best part? It’s like giving your joints a holiday. While you’re out

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