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    Where To Buy Affordable Outdoor Clothing & Gear

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    We can all agree, outdoor clothing and gear are (so dang) expensive. Shared a few tips on how to score affordable pieces for your next trip outside. Read more here.

    February 5, 2018
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    Traveling
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    Zero Hour Story: What It’s All About?

    by tinycaravan

    A guide for those who feel a responsibility and want to do something about it, but aren’t sure how to get started.

    January 2, 2018
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    How To Be Mindful When Shopping For Gifts

    by tinycaravan

    We have been more conscious about the things we buy...

    November 21, 2017
    Comments 6
    Essentials, Learning
  • two medicine lake

    People Of Color In The Outdoors: Where Are We?

    by tinycaravan

    People of color (POC) make up 26% ...

    September 21, 2017
    Comments 7
    Essentials, Learning

  • How To Stay Environmentally and Politically Active This Year

    by tinycaravan

    New Year, new presidential administration...

    January 17, 2017
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    Essentials, Learning
  • recycle 101

    Recycling 101: The Mistake You Don’t Know You’re Making

    by tinycaravan

    Can I recycle that?

    November 15, 2016
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    Essentials, Learning, Living

  • To Explore: Your Ultimate Guide To Hiking Havasupai

    by tinycaravan

    A few weeks ago we were lucky enough to be invited...

    September 22, 2016
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    Traveling
  • eat out sustainably

    12 Ways to Stay Sustainable When Dining Out

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    Dining out is a staple of the American lifestyle...

    September 1, 2016
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    Essentials, Learning

  • The World is Ending (Here’s What You Can Do To Stop It)

    by tinycaravan

    Some call it global warming, others global climate...

    August 11, 2016
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    Essentials, Learning, Living

  • To Explore: Half Dome & Everything You Need To Know Before Starting

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    Lovers of Yosemite National Park have most likely...

    July 14, 2016
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    Traveling

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May 29, 2018

What We’re Watching: “Mission Blue”

A documentary about famed oceanographer, Dr. Sylvia Earle, and her lifelong mission is to bring public awareness to the...

by tinycaravan
Comments 0
what's in my bag: low impact toiletries kit
May 21, 2018

Travel Tip: Low Impact Toiletries Kit

Share a few tips on how to pack a low impact, hassle-free, and TSA-compliant toiletries kit. Continue reading for...

by tinycaravan
Comments 3
Cover Photo of cashews, water, and honey to make cashew milk
May 13, 2018

Low Impact Month: Week 4 (Vivian)

It’s a little late but we’ve made it to our last week of the Low Impact transition. Read more...

by tinycaravan
Comments 0
May 13, 2018

Low Impact Month: Week 4 (Jennifer)

We’ve made it to the last week of documenting our Low Impact Transition. Read more of my thoughts here.

by tinycaravan
Comments 0

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Guide to Celebrating Earth Month 2018

Published by tinycaravan

A guide to help you navigate and enjoy Earth month in 2018. From events, to activities, to what to buy, and what to do - join us in celebrating...

April 1, 2018
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Learning, Living
Grocery Shopping Tip: Reusable Produce Bags

Grocery Shopping Tip: Reusable Produce Bags

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Introducing, reusable produce bags - a simple switch that’ll save millions of plastic bags from traveling into landfills. Read more here.

February 25, 2018
Comments 7
Essentials, Learning, Living
To-Go Ware reusable utensils on a tabletop

Dining Tip: Bring Your Own Reusable Utensils

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A simple and hassle-free way to incorporate a sustainable practice in your life.

January 28, 2018
Comments 7
Essentials, Learning, Living
Sierra Nevada Mountains

This Is Not Our New Year’s Resolution

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We don’t like to think of it as a “new year, new me,” but about building on what we already started.

January 7, 2018
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To Eat: Myrtle Tree Garden Cafe & Market

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Sharing a new favorite: small local business in Monrovia, California.

December 15, 2017
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How We Practice Self Care After A Trip: Jennifer

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When I think of self care I think of “me-time."

December 9, 2017
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what's in my bag: low impact toiletries kit

Travel Tip: Low Impact Toiletries Kit

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Share a few tips on how to pack a low impact, hassle-free, and TSA-compliant toiletries kit. Continue reading for more!

May 21, 2018
Comments 3
Essentials, Traveling
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Why We Need to Protect the Dark Sky

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Today, many areas of the dark sky are polluted by artificial lighting. Learn why we need to protect the dark sky for generations to come.

March 10, 2018
Comments 2
Learning, Traveling
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To DIY: Repurposed Daypack

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For less than $10 you can turn an old daypack into durable, repurposed gear. It’ll carry your things, while supporting your back, so you can concentrate on enjoying the...

February 7, 2018
Comment 1
Learning, Traveling
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Where To Buy Affordable Outdoor Clothing & Gear

Published by tinycaravan

We can all agree, outdoor clothing and gear are (so dang) expensive. Shared a few tips on how to score affordable pieces for your next trip outside. Read more...

February 5, 2018
Comments 0
Traveling
My Time As A Park Ranger

An Outdoor Lover’s Dream Job: Vivian’s Time as a Park Ranger

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Uncle Ben (Spiderman’s uncle, not mine) once said...

November 10, 2017
Comments 10
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To Explore: Glacier National Park

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After months of wishing, waiting, and planning...

October 10, 2017
Comments 5
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Happy National Trails Day! In 1993, the American Hiking Society started this day “to highlight the importance of the National Trails System, to enhance its quality and accessibility for the general public, and to encourage the common cause of demonstrating the tremendous value in America’s trails.” We appreciate all the work that go into creating & maintaining hiking trails, which is why we alway encourage our friends to leave no trace & stay on the trails. Wishing everyone a great hike today! #nationaltrailsday #optoutside
“If we fail to take care of the ocean, nothing else matters.” - Dr. Sylvia Earle This month we watched “Mission Blue,” a documentary that follows famed oceanographer, Dr. Sylvia Earle and her mission to establish a global network of marine protected areas known as Hope Spots. Because the ocean plays a large part in balancing our ecosystem and sustaining life on Earth, we want to share with you why it’s important to take proactive action in protecting the ocean. For more info about the film, link in bio. #DOTM #mytinycaravan
On Tinycaravan, we’ve shared a few simple tips on transiting to a low impact lifestyle. From packing our own reusable utensils & water bottles to carrying reusable produce bags & shopping bags, we’re continuing to find ways to live more mindfully. Today, find tips on packing low impact toiletries - just in time for your next getaway. Link in the bio! #mytinycaravan
“If you're lucky enough to be in the mountains, you're lucky enough.” Our first backpacking trip through the Eastern Sierra Nevadas was truly an unforgettable experience. Being in those mountains and walking the ground many backpackers before us have trekked was a privilege in its own. The hike up Kearsarge Pass challenged us mentally and physically, especially as we got closer to the top and breathing got harder at 11,709 ft. high. Definitely one of the many experiences we'll cherish forever. #TravelTuesday #mytinycaravan
Excited to finally share Week 4 of our #LowImpact Transition - we just got around to writing it. The post will be our last documentation of the transition (but we're still living it!). See what we've learned so far, along with tips & tricks for anyone interested in living more mindfully. Link to the blog is up in our bio. #mytinycaravan
Feeling small in big, beautiful places. #TravelTuesday #mytinycaravan
Meet Katherine, an Engineering Technician from LA county who is responsible for ensuring landfills are in compliance with the air quality management district. Her passion for the environment stemmed from a 10-day cultural immersion & sustainability trip in Costa Rica. Today, she works hard to protect public and environmental health while preserving natural spaces and wildlife. Read Katherine’s #ZeroHourStory on the blog, today! #mytinycaravan
Welcome to Week 3 of our low impact lifestyle transition. After 3 weeks of our transition, we’re sharing some of the things we’ve enjoyed the most and least on the blog. Link in bio. Don’t forget to view today’s story (and #LowImpact Highlights from the previous weeks) to see our progress! #mytinycaravan
Happy Earth Day! 🌎🌍🌏 Let’s join together and continue to celebrate the astounding beauty that is home to all of us🌲🌼⛰😄 Cheers! #mytinycaravan

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Photo of a gray whale's tail

What We’re Watching: “Mission Blue”

Published by tinycaravan

A documentary about famed oceanographer, Dr. Sylvia Earle, and her lifelong mission is to bring public awareness to the current state of the ocean.

May 29, 2018
Comments 0
Learning
Cover Photo of cashews, water, and honey to make cashew milk

Low Impact Month: Week 4 (Vivian)

Published by tinycaravan

It’s a little late but we’ve made it to our last week of the Low Impact transition. Read more of my thoughts here.

May 13, 2018
Comments 0
Learning

Low Impact Month: Week 4 (Jennifer)

Published by tinycaravan

We’ve made it to the last week of documenting our Low Impact Transition. Read more of my thoughts here.

May 13, 2018
Comments 0
Learning
Katherine exploring nature

Zero Hour Story: Katherine, Engineering Technician

Published by tinycaravan

Katherine is an Engineering Technician at a landfill in LA County. For Katherine, sustainability means to do more than “maintaining what we have," but to do what we can...

May 8, 2018
Comments 0
Learning
Cover photo with garbonzo beans, hummus, and soaked almonds, all in glass jars.

Low Impact Month: Week 3 (Vivian)

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Week 1 is about  my expectations and why I wanted to transition to a Low Waste lifestyle. Week 2 is about my essentials and the changes I made. For...

April 23, 2018
Comment 1
Learning
Cover photo of compost in a stainless steel container

Low Impact Month: Week 3 (Jennifer)

Published by tinycaravan

Week 1 was about my expectations. Week 2 was about the changes I've made to my lifestyle. Now, week 3, what I've enjoyed most and more.

April 23, 2018
Comment 1
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what's in my bag: low impact toiletries kit

Travel Tip: Low Impact Toiletries Kit

Published by tinycaravan

Share a few tips on how to pack a low impact, hassle-free, and TSA-compliant toiletries kit. Continue reading for more!

May 21, 2018
Comments 3
Essentials, Traveling
Grocery Shopping Tip: Reusable Produce Bags

Grocery Shopping Tip: Reusable Produce Bags

Published by tinycaravan

Introducing, reusable produce bags - a simple switch that’ll save millions of plastic bags from traveling into landfills. Read more here.

February 25, 2018
Comments 7
Essentials, Learning, Living
To-Go Ware reusable utensils on a tabletop

Dining Tip: Bring Your Own Reusable Utensils

Published by tinycaravan

A simple and hassle-free way to incorporate a sustainable practice in your life.

January 28, 2018
Comments 7
Essentials, Learning, Living
winter knits

How To Be Mindful When Shopping For Gifts

Published by tinycaravan

We have been more conscious about the things we buy...

November 21, 2017
Comments 6
Essentials, Learning
To-Go-Ware

Transition to Low Impact: Kitchen Alternatives

Published by tinycaravan

Alternatives to one-time-use silverware not only require a painless transition, but can significantly reduce the amount of waste we all produce. Read more here.

October 31, 2017
Comments 2
Essentials, Learning, Living
two medicine lake

People Of Color In The Outdoors: Where Are We?

Published by tinycaravan

People of color (POC) make up 26% ...

September 21, 2017
Comments 7
Essentials, Learning

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