Maren Horjus is a former associate editor for REI’s Uncommon Path and Expert Advice. She’s presently chasing powder and a humidity-free lifestyle in Boulder, Colorado. Maren worked as an editor at Backpacker magazine for six years and wrote some books before joining the squad. She thinks winter camping is underrated. REI member since 2012.
Don’t choke on your granola bar. This is serious.
I know the internet is filled with controversial opinions, and I don’t mean to add to the noise, but when i...
A version of this story appeared in the summer 2020 issue of Uncommon Path.
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Weight: 2.4 oz. (with batteries)
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