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Hiking Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, Yosemite National Park
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Hiking Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, Yosemite National Park

by Paulina Dao December 5, 2018
written by Paulina Dao

Hiking Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park is best known for its glacier-scoured walls and high alpine peaks. One of my favorite parts about this famous California park are the sequoias. Hike to Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias off Highway 120 for a glimpse of these majestic, 3000 year old trees.

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Athleta Gets Sustainable

by Paulina Dao November 21, 2018
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Sponsored by Athleta

Athleta sustainable b corp

Athleta is a brand I’ve always admired. They reached out to me to play with their new sustainable line. I was only happy to oblige.

This year, Athleta received its B Corporation Certification, creating a legal commitment to people and the planet. By 2020, 80% of Athleta’s materials will be made with sustainable fibers.

With outerwear, Athleta is keeping 460,000 bottles out of landfills this year alone. Sustainably managed forests provide the fabric for ever so soft tops. Bottoms are created from recycled materials.

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November 21, 2018 1 comment
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Noso Puffy Patches Review

by Paulina Dao November 14, 2018
written by Paulina Dao

Noso Patches Review

As outdoorspeople, one thing will always ring true: your gear isn’t indestructible. Puffies rip. Jackets snag. Pants split.

Noso Patches are the funnest and easiest way to repair rips, snags, or tears in your favorite clothes. Extend the life of your most beloved items by slapping on a patch.

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November 14, 2018 2 comments
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Pivotte Bravi Pants Review
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Pivotte Bravi Pants Review

by Paulina Dao November 12, 2018
written by Paulina Dao

Pivotte Bravi Pants Review

I am the queen of wearing the same pair of pants day in and day out. For years, my go-to have been raw denim. After Pivotte sent me a pair of the Bravi pants in the mail, my life changed.

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November 12, 2018 1 comment
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Staying at the Calpine Fire Lookout
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Staying at the Calpine Fire Lookout

by Paulina Dao October 18, 2018
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Staying at the Calpine Fire Lookout

As the weather cools down, my desire to stay in and hibernate increases tenfold. This past weekend, I got to combine hibernation with the great outdoors. I lucked out with a chance to stay at the Calpine Fire Lookout in Tahoe National Forest.

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  • About
    • About Paulina
    • Why Don’t They Look Like Me? The Diversity Dilemma in Outdoor Media
    • Contact Me
  • Climbing
    • Bouldering at Castle Hill, New Zealand
    • Bouldering at the Jardines, Queenstown, New Zealand
    • The Best Beginner Boulders in the Buttermilks, Bishop, CA
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Travel
  • Destinations
    • California
    • Iceland
    • Idaho
    • Washington
    • Utah
    • Greece
    • New Zealand
    • Norway
  • Gear Reviews
    • How to Build Out a Subaru Outback Without Any Building
  • Work With Me!