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Man in orange jacket holding helmet sitting in front of a gray tent with a bicycle nearby on grass.
Medya Mansyone
NBC News: What’s Bikepacking? I Found Out By Riding Over 100 Miles And Camping With Strangers
I did it all in two days, carrying everything I needed on my bike. Here are the essentials beginners should always have.
Harry Rabinowitz
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June 8, 2026
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Hiker with backpack and trekking pole standing by a forest lake with bright sunlight filtering through trees.
Medya Mansyone
NBC News: The Best Hiking Emergency Kits And Supplies, According To Experts
Shop these 30 essentials, including an expert-recommend kit with a variety of supplies.
Harry Rabinowitz
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March 5, 2026
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Person packing emergency kit with water bottle, canned food, lantern, radio, rope, and first-aid supplies on couch.
Medya Mansyone
MSN: How To Pack A Proper Emergency Kit
We collected guidance from government agencies like FEMA and the CDC about what to put in an emergency kit.
Harry Rabinowitz
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August 21, 2025
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Person packing emergency gear including water, canned food, rope, radio, and first aid kit on a couch.
Medya Mansyone
NBC News: How To Pack A Proper Emergency Kit, According To FEMA And The CDC
We rounded up 39 items you may have never considered for your emergency kit.
Harry Rabinowitz
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August 5, 2025
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