I love a good sweat. Most of the time, it comes in the form of running, hiking or flowing in a yoga class. In combination with the endorphin kick from exercising, I enjoy the feeling of detoxification.

Seattle-based creative Mollie Thompson has consistently followed her creative curiosities- whether it was sewing, scrapbooking or writing poetry. 

Tofino has it all - gorgeous beaches, top-notch cuisine, and a laid-back surf culture. Here is my guide to where you should eat, surf, and shop while visiting this tiny town on the Vancouver Island. 

The traveling life hasn't stopped since my two-month long journey through Europe in May and June. Granted, I asked the Universe for this lifestyle of steady movement and exploration. Yet I underestimated the toll it can take on mental/physical health and relationships. 

Post Outdoor Retailer, friends, friends of friends, and even a few strangers began the drive east for a night filled with tacos, games, storytelling, an unforgettable sunset and a peaceful sleep under the stars.

In addition to the 'Classic Ten Essentials', here is a list of items (some practical, some impractical) we pack that makes each backcountry experience enjoyable, delicious and sometimes even a little luxurious.