Author: Brynn
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Sorry TSA, I’m Bringing It All
Heads up! Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means if you click and buy something, I might earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Think of it as tossing a few marshmallows into my campfire fund 🔥🫶 I only recommend stuff I actually use and love, thanks…
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When Your Volunteer Travel Experience Doesn’t Go to Plan
My first Worldpackers host wasn’t what I expected…After almost getting turned away at immigration and running on 3 hours of sleep, I trusted my gut and pivoted. Here’s what happened and the questions I should’ve asked before booking, especially as a solo female traveller.
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Unsexy Gear That Lowkey Saves Your ASS Outdoors
Heads up! Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means if you click and buy something, I might earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Think of it as tossing a few marshmallows into my campfire fund 🔥🫶 I only recommend stuff I actually use and love, thanks…
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This Game Is Rigged: Living With Undiagnosed ADHD
On ADHD, Cheat Codes, and Finally Playing the Game on Medium I was diagnosed with ADHD fairly recently, in adulthood. And to be honest, the road there was a bit of a mess. A mix of systemic issues in Canadian healthcare and the persistent hesitancy to recognize ADHD in adult women meant I didn’t get…
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WTF is a Degree in Adventure?
a.k.a. How I ended up studying tourism, guiding, and the outdoors, for real, at a legit post-secondary institution Every time I post about my schooling I get a least a handful of comments and DMs saying the same thing: “Wait-what is adventure school?” “I’d go back to school for this!” “How do I do this?!”…
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4 Camping Gadgets That Are Actually Worth It
If I’m car camping, I’m glamping. Why be uncomfortable when there are so many fun gadgets that make camp cozy, convenient, and kind of iconic? Here are a few of my favourite camping add-ons I actually use (and a couple that might surprise you).
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Volunteer Travel Done Right: What to Ask Before Saying Yes to a Host
I’m headed off on another spontaneous adventure next month and I literally cannot wait. I feel like I haven’t been on a truly foreign adventure, where I am unsure of what awaits me, in a long time. First, I was so wrapped up in completing my undergrad. Next I was busy applying, and getting rejected…
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Easy Campfire Apple Crumble (Lazy Girl Approved)
Welcome to the first GORP Girl Gourmet recipe post! I’m so excited to share my favourite camping recipes with you. I’m definitely not a professional chef by any means, and my least favourite thing about camping is cleaning dishes. So my favourite meals are yummy, budget friendly, and have minimal clean-up. I thought I would…
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The Grizzly Truth About Budget Cuts, Tourism, and National Parks
Can Parks Protect What They Can’t Fund? The Canadian Government’s 2025 ‘Canada Strong Pass’ is now in effect until September to promote domestic tourism, but I can’t help but wonder what these alleged benefits for domestic tourists will mean for Canada’s National Parks, their projects, and their employees. The pass includes free admission for all…
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3-Day Clearwater, BC Spring Itinerary: Waterfalls, Wildlife, & Viking Glamping
A 3-day Itinerary for visiting Wells Gray Provincial Park and Clearwater, BC during May. If you’re itching to get out into nature for a weekend trip that feels part National Geographic, part cottage core fantasy, and part off-grid Viking fairytale, Clearwater, British Columbia is calling! Spring is one of my favourite times to visit Wells…
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