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Female hiker on rocky trail with backpack and poles, green bushes, and Mount Rainier in the background.
Medya Mansyone
I Heart Pacific Northwest: How to Prevent Mosquito Bites While Hiking, Backpacking, and Camping
These tips help prevent bites while hiking, camping and backpacking, with gear and strategies that make a noticeable difference in buggy areas.
Lisa Holmes
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May 26, 2026
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Organized backpacking gear including backpack, sleeping bag, clothes, poles, water bottles, and camping essentials on floor.
Medya Mansyone
I Heart Pacific Northwest: My Backpacking Gear List – A Lightweight & Comfortable Approach
My approach to backpacking gear is to be as lightweight as possible while still providing enough comfort items to make trips enjoyable.
Lisa Holmes
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April 14, 2026
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