Camping & Outdoors
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12 Grilling Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Cookout
Few things epitomize summer as much as a good cookout with family and friends. But while grilling provides a great way to enjoy our favorite meats and veggies, even the most seasoned grill masters can fall victim to common mistakes. From…
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Tips and Tricks to Make Winter Travel Easier
There are many reasons to set out on a winter trip: Maybe you’re heading for a ski resort, chasing elusive sightings of the aurora borealis, saving money with off-season travel, or visiting relatives for the holidays. But winter packs a…
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Blasts from the Past: What We Packed for a Beach Day in the 1980s
Is it just me, or did everyone look really glamorous while going to the beach in the ’80s? Maybe it stems from what we’ve seen on TV (ahem, “Baywatch”), but it seems that before the dawn of social media and…
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12 Overcrowded National Parks — And Where to Go Instead
Celebrated for their stunning natural beauty and unique landscapes, our national parks offer us a wonderful chance to connect with nature, discover diverse ecosystems, and experience the tranquility and grandeur of the great outdoors. But as beautiful and majestic as they…
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Kilimanjaro, Patagonia & 6 Other Epic Treks & Their Equally Epic Costs
Got an epic trek on your bucket list but don’t have a clue how much taking the journey will actually cost? Let’s look at some of the coolest hiking expeditions you can take and what they cost. Related: Epic Hiking…
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12 Mistakes You’re Making at the Dog Park
While dog parks provide an excellent way for Fido to socialize and exercise, they can also pose challenges to well-meaning pet owners and their fur babies. These shared spaces often harbor diseases that can spread through communal water bowls or close contact…
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From Bootleggers to Checkered Flags: The History of NASCAR
NASCAR is the biggest name in stock car racing and an America tradition with roots dating back more than a century. The embodiment of America’s love affair with the automobile,…
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The Greatest Football Movies of All Time, According to Critics
Football films can inspire, enrage, or wring tears from the eyes of those who watch them. Some are sad and sappy, others are intense and hard-hitting. At their very best,…
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12 Costly, Dumb, and Deadly Mistakes To Avoid While Camping
Spending time in the great outdoors is a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It allows us to unplug, breathe in fresh air, and immerse…
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Household Tasks That Burn Major Calories (and Some Too Dangerous To Do Yourself)
If you can’t make it to the gym and can’t get motivated to work out at home, simple household chores and yardwork can add exercise to your day — with…
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Pooping, Loneliness, and 8 Other Terrible Aspects of Living in a Car, According to VanLifers
Just over 3 million people consider themselves VanLifers in the U.S. — that is, digital nomads who live and work in their cars. Although VanLifers glorify the lifestyle on social…
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Genius Hack Shows How To Turn a Beer Can Into a Camping Stove
Camping aficionados and travel enthusiasts are always on the hunt for ingenious methods to simplify their outdoor experiences. Here at Cheapism, we love the art of re-purposing everyday items in…
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Best Urban Parks: 33 Idyllic Parks That Bring Nature to the City
Famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted said every city should have a large park for “unbending of the faculties.” He designed some of America’s most famous, beginning with New York…
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The Worst Wildfires in U.S. History
Over the past few years, millions of acres of land have been destroyed by deadly wildfires, whether manmade or due to weather. Currently, Hawaii is battling the deadliest U.S. wildfire…
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World’s Most Beautiful Glaciers to See Before They’re Gone
The Earth’s glaciers are a stunning sight, but if they’re on your travel bucket list, the clock is ticking. In nearly all cases, they’re melting at an alarming rate because…
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Conquer Summer With These 7 Cheap Patio Furniture Sets Under $200
Whether you’ve got an apartment patio or a full-blown wraparound porch, you’re not maximizing your summer unless you’re kicking back with some snacks and a frosty beverage in hand. But…
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DIWHY: Man Charges Beachgoers to Use His Homemade Cooler Toilet
When ya gotta go, ya gotta go. And when there’s nowhere around to go, you might find yourself pretty desperate — perhaps desperate enough to pay an enterprising young man…
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Need Plans This Saturday? National Parks Are Free to Commemorate Earth Day
If you’ve been aching to become one with Mother Nature, your moment is arriving. This Saturday, April 22, is not only Earth Day, but the first Day of National Park…
