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NY Mag: The Strategist: The 10 Very Best Tents for Camping and Backpacking

Whether you’re car-camping or hitting the John Muir Trail for two weeks with just a backpack for company, there’s an appropriate shelter for that.

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NY Mag: The Best Tick-Repellent Products for Humans and Dogs Or how to protect yourself without tucking your pants into your socks.

A review of tick repellent products for humans and dogs.

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NY Mag: The Strategist: The 10 Very Best Tents for Camping and Backpacking

Whether you’re car-camping or hitting the John Muir Trail for two weeks with just a backpack for company, there’s an appropriate shelter for that.

NY Mag: The Best Tick-Repellent Products for Humans and Dogs Or how to protect yourself without tucking your pants into your socks.

A review of tick repellent products for humans and dogs.

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