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a curated collection of travel and everyday essentials

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all chosen for their quality, purpose, and alignment with what we value most: simplicity, sustainability, and good design.

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  • A woman with long hair, wearing a black tank top, black shorts, and hiking boots walking up a trail through dense green tropical foliage, seen from behind.

    Merrell Moab Speed 2 - GTX

    lightweight, waterproof, with just enough support without the overkill. my go-to trail shoe for any day hike. these make it on every trip.

  • A woman standing on a trail in a dense, green forest with tall trees covered in moss.

    Osprey Raptor Hydration Pack

    comfortable, ventilated, and built to last - the perfect day pack for when you want to stay light and hydrated. enough room to pack the essentials, too.

  • A woman with curly hair looking through binoculars from inside a vehicle after spotting wildlife.

    Bushnell Packable Binoculars

    lightweight and packable - a solid, affordable set of quality lenses for spotting wildlife and views. we refuse to leave these behind.

  • person standing on a rocky overlook at sunrise, taking in a quiet mountain landscape with a sense of presence and intention. Wearing Birkenstock Boston clogs.

    Birkenstock Boston Clogs

    my everywhere shoe - durable and effortlessly timeless. the pair I reach for when I want comfort without sacrificing ease or simple, grounded style.

  • Woman in Columbia Spire Valley Windbreaker taking photos in lush, green rainforest.

    Columbia Spire Valley Windbreaker

    a lightweight, water-resistant layer made for any trail in changing weather. easy to pack, easy to wear, no bulk. great for warmer climate hiking.