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The calendar tells me it’s spring, but judging by the recent wrath of Mother Nature, it’s still winter here in Vermont. I’m an optimist, though, and thoroughly looking forward to camping season, which for me begins in two short weeks. There is just nothing like that first spring night outside. The world is so fresh, and the woods always welcome me back with open arms, and hardly any creepy-crawlies. Of course, it’s not all roses and sunshine. Spending the night in the woods in March can be cold, and there are those April showers to contend with. Still, after being cooped up all winter, spring is still one of my favorite times to go camping. But honestly, if you’re into camping, you may think every season is fair game. If you’re not convinced that camping in the spring is the bomb, here are a few reasons why we love it, and why we think you will too. Spring Wildflowers Bloom Just for You Spring wildflowers! Ready for a colorful show? Spring wildfl...

I know, right? That’s a weirdass title for a blog post. But here’s the thing: for the past five years or so, this has been one of my goals in life. I’ve never shared it publicly until now, but I’ve always had in the back of my mind that I was going to travel to 100 countries before my thirtieth birthday. And a few months ago, and less than a year before the finish line, I decided to stop pursuing this goal. Here’s why. Table of Contents Let’s Be Honest: It’s a Pretty Easy Goal if You Have Money I Was Doing It to Impress People It Limits Where You Can Go It Makes You Travel So Fast You Learn So Much Less About the Places You Visit It Makes Travel Your Entire Focus in Life What Does This Mean for My Future Travels? Let’s Be Honest: It’s a Pretty Easy Goal if You Have Money I love setting myself challenges. I’m constantly working through a list of goals to see how I can better myself and my life. Visiting 100 countrie...