Issue 74 | Hiking around Slovenia’s highest mountain

Issue 74 | Sep 30, 2022

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Triglav National Park, Slovenia

In northwestern Slovenia, close to the Italian border, you’ll find Triglav National Park. It’s the country’s largest protected area and only national park.

Glacier-carved valleys, alpine lakes, roaming ibex and stunning peaks, including Slovenia’s highest mountain, Mount Triglav, make this place worth visiting.

In this article by Moon & Honey Travel, you’ll find out when to go, where to stay, where to hike, various transit options, and recommended gear.

Mucky Secrets: Lembeh Strait

Scuba diving isn’t all about seeing turtles, colorful fish and majestic sharks. Sometimes you gotta get down into the muck and search for the strange and tiny alien creatures that live there.

Mucky Secrets is a 90 minute documentary all about the exotic marine life that can be found in the Lembeh Strait, a popular dive destination is at the heart of the Coral Triangle off north Sulawesi in Indonesia.

The film is packed with high quality macro footage from Lembeh’s famous dive sites. It’s time stamped so you can skip from the sections that interest you most.

Interesting fact: Did you know sea slugs have tongues with microscopic teeth? You learn something new every day!

The World’s #1 Hiking Boot Just Got Better

For well over a decade, Merrell’s Moab line has been the bestselling hiker in the world. Moabs are famous for their out-of-the-box comfort, durability, gippy sole and excellent stability.

The all-new Merrell Moab 3 upgrades this beloved boot to make it even more comfortable and stable while tackling tough terrain.

Moab 3 Upgrades:

• A redesigned insole for increased comfort and stability

• Shock-absorbing midsole

• Dual relief pods give extra spring and reduce soreness

• Upgraded lug shape for improved traction and braking

• TC5+ Vibram compound delivers exceptional grip and durability

• 100 percent recycled laces, webbing, lining, and eyelets

Whether you’re looking to renew your old boots or are completely new to the hiking, the Moab 3 is an excellent choice.

Keep your feet comfortable and dry all day long. Explore the Moab collection here.

Backcountry Fried Rice

Here’s an easy and tasty recipe for fried rice to try on your next backpacking trip. Combine instant rice, mixed veggies, eggs, and spices, to get a tasty meal that will fill you up after a long day on the trail.

For convenience sake, you can pick up a pack of OvaEasy freeze dried eggs. They aren’t cheap but they remove the stress of having to worry about cracking eggs or spilling oil.

How to Go Gorilla Trekking

Mountain gorillas are some of the most endangered animals in the world. In fact, there’s only about 1,000 left on Earth. To see them in the wild requires some planning and preparation.

In this comprehensive guide, Nellie @ Wild Junket goes over everything gorilla trekking, from seasons, to permit fees, what to wear and where to go. Would you ever trek through the jungle to come face-to-face with one of these beautiful giants?

Living on a Remote Arctic Island

In this video, Cecilia Blomdahl shares why she has made the choice to live on Svalbard, Norway, an arctic island with 3,000 people and polar bears.

From cruising around on snowmobiles, to overnighting in remote cabins, and exploring ice caves, it looks like the place for those who want to live that arctic dream life.

What scares most people away, draws others in. The solitude, vast rugged wilderness and cold arctic weather isn’t for everyone, but if you want to get a glimpse of this unique lifestyle, here’s your chance.

30% OFF: GSI Outdoors Camp Stove

Looking for a high quality car-camping stove at a great price? Here you have it. The GSI Outdoors Selkirk 540 2-burner stove has two 10,000 BTU burners with precise, individual controls for simmering or speedy boiling.

With plenty of room for large pots or pans side-by-side, this stove is ideal for cooking up camp meals for your family and friends.

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Exploring An Uninhabited Atoll in the Indian Ocean

Imagine sailing for 11 days (1,500 miles) from Cocos Keeling (Australia) to a super remote and uninhabited atoll in the middle of the Indian Ocean called Chagos. Well, that’s what the crew of Delos did.

In this video, you can watch the amazing story of Delos as they explore the entire group of islands. The waters are crystal clear and the islands are full of life. A truly special place.

Dan Becker shares huge news that could save your life off grid.

A rare rainbow ‘scarf’ appears in China.

Ohio is getting the country’s first urban via ferrata.

Brew delicious coffee on your next adventure with AeroPress Go.

Hiking bunny in New Hampshire is turning heads on the trail.

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