Fall and Winter Sports Are on the Horizon Tips for Buying New Outdoor Gear
When was the last time you bought new ski pants or hiking boots? Now that you’re thinking about it, you might be realizing it’s been many years since you updated your most used athletic gear, which might explain why you’ve been colder than usual on the ski hill or why your feet ache after a short hike. If this sounds familiar, it might be time to consider investing in new gear. It can be very expensive, but you’re in luck — the holidays are just around the corner, which means so are the sales! Before you drop cash on new gear, sort through your current inventory and decide what to keep, sell, and toss. This might be hard and you may be tempted to skip it, but making these decisions can help you save money. If you have equipment or athletic wear that’s still in good condition but you no longer need, find a consignment shop where you can sell or trade
it. After all, your gear might be perfect for someone else and still give you some money to get a great upgrade for yourself. As you sort through your gear, see if any equipment is damaged and requires repair or replacement. Test flashlights and headlamps to make sure they work and inspect gear that’s been stored and forgotten, like backpacks and tents, that you might not notice the wear and tear on while out in the wild. You don’t want any equipment to malfunction when you’re in the middle of an excursion.
research which brands have the best ratings and reviews. Then, find which retailers tend to have the best prices. Shopping smart takes a little bit of preparation, but it can save you hundreds of dollars and lots of stress during those busy holiday weeks. So, dig through your closet or garage, take note of your current gear, and prepare to find some awesome deals for the whole family on new gear for the coming year.
Now that you know what gear you want to replace, it is time for the fun part.
Decide what outdoor activities you want to do in the upcoming months and in the next year. Adjust your inventory to your new needs and
LAUGH OUT LOUD
Canine Candy Corn Treats
Ingredients
Special equipment •
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1 1/2 cup nonfat yogurt, divided
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1/2 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
Preferred silicone molds or ice cube tray
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1–2 small bananas
directions
1. Using 1/2 cup yogurt, fill molds 1/3 full. Place molds in the freezer and let sit for 2 hours. 2. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of yogurt with canned pumpkin. Pour pumpkin mixture over the frozen yogurt layer, filling each mold to 2/3 full. Leave enough space for a third layer. Return to the freezer for 2 hours. 3. In another small bowl, mash bananas and mix in remaining yogurt. Pour over the frozen pumpkin layer and fill remaining space. Return mold to freezer for at least 1 hour or until set. 4. Pop out treats as desired and serve frozen.
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