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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 1d

Spiders = eight-legged jump scares. But here’s the twist: most are your free pest control squad. Only a couple deserve real caution (looking at you, widow + recluse).
Full breakdown here: ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 2d

Today's the day!

At 7 pm tonight, Doug Tallamy joins @wildonesnatives.bsky.social for Next Steps for Nature — a free webinar on how to help pollinators, tackle invasives, and make your yard part of the solution.

Don’t miss it: wildones.org/next-steps-f...

"Next Steps for Nature" with Doug Tallamy - Wild Ones: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes

Wild Ones: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes promotes environmentally sound landscaping practices to preserve biodiversity through the preservation, restoration and establishment of native plant commu...

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 3d

It’s National Wildlife Refuge Week: A time to remember the wild places set aside just for animals, habitats, and awe. Visit, advocate, share stories. Our refuges need love now more than ever.

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 10d

October = National Book Month.
Pro tip: your next great read might already be waiting at a used bookstore or library sale. Secondhand shopping = cheaper, greener, and full of surprises.

More outdoor + sustainability tips at ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 11d

Shutdowns leave national parks open but unprotected.
Honestly? They should close completely. But since they don’t, it’s on us: respect wildlife, carry out trash, stay on trails. Parks need our best selves. ExploreFieldTrip.com

Outdoor Lifestyle | Field Trip – United States

Welcome to Field Trip, an online outpost for those who would rather be outside. We believe the outdoors is for everyone—not just the ultralight backpackers or the hardcore adventurers (we love you too...

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 15d

Field Trip turns 1 this week (same day as my 49th 🎂).

What a wild first year—baby squirrels, pollinator gardens, road trips, and plenty of campfire chats. Thanks for being here.
Year two? Let’s go. ➡️ ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 17d

Government shutdown = national parks on skeleton crew.
Roads open, bathrooms closed, trash piling up. If you’re visiting, you are the staff: pack trash bags, TP, and patience.

Full story → ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 18d

Free national webinar hosted by @wildonesnatives.bsky.social:

"Next Steps for Nature" with Doug Tallamy.
Learn science-backed tips on pollinators, invasives, and ecological landscaping.

Oct 16, 7 PM ET. Free + open to all. Register: wildones.org/next-steps-f...

"Next Steps for Nature" with Doug Tallamy - Wild Ones: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes

Wild Ones: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes promotes environmentally sound landscaping practices to preserve biodiversity through the preservation, restoration and establishment of native plant commu...

wildones.org

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 19d

Fat Bear Week ends tomorrow! The bears of Katmai have been bulking up on salmon, and now it’s time to vote for the fattest, fiercest champion of hibernation prep.
Meet the contenders + cast your vote: explore.org/fat-bear-week

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 22d

Disc golf = walk in the woods + competitive frisbee chaos.
Cheap, fun, and everywhere once you start looking.

We teamed up with Idio Sports, SOLE, and Farm to Feet to test the gear that keeps your feet happy while you chase birdies. #sponsored

Full story → ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 23d

Glass + metal = recycling champs.
Plastic = not so much.

Even when you recycle it, odds are it won’t actually get a second life. Why? We break it down in Trail Mail → ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 25d

This week’s Campfire Chat:
– A food recycler named Mabel (yes, she hums us to sleep)
– 45 neighbors learning why bats deserve love
– Big Yellowstone dreams are finally happening
Pull up a camp chair → ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 26d

Today, light + dark call a truce. 🌗

The autumnal equinox = equal day + night; a reminder to slow down, breathe deep, and maybe plan that fall hike you’ve been putting off. Golden leaves, crisp air, warm thermos.

More fall inspo → ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 27d

Today is National Peace Day. We’ll take ours in the form of quiet trails, still lakes, and skies wide enough to breathe in. May your corner of the world find its calm, too. More stories at ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · 28d

Bats aren’t scary—they’re mosquito-eating, crop-pollinating MVPs. 🦇
Want to give them a safe home? Grab our free #sponsored Bat Chat Guide + 15% off BatBnB houses with code FIELDTRIP → ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 16

Fast fashion is too fast for the planet.

This September, try swapping, thrifting, or just shopping your own closet. One-of-a-kind finds > landfill piles.
Full story → ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 16

An off-leash dog might think “fun chase”—but for deer, it’s a calorie-burning stress they can’t afford before winter.
Keep dogs leashed. For more wildlife tips, visit ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 15

Your trail buddy deserves a safe adventure, too. From tick checks to hydration hacks, a little prep keeps pets happy on the trail. Read the full guide: ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 11

Camping with pets = joy times ten.
But wagging tails can leave more traces than we realize.
Here’s how to keep adventures wild, trails clean, and pets safe: ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 10

MYTH: Feeding deer in winter helps them survive.
TRUTH: Sudden diet changes can kill them. Let them browse naturally.

More nature tips at ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 10

Trail Mail Q:
“My dog is obsessed with tennis balls… but are they bad for the planet?”

We’ve got thoughts—and fetch-friendly options. Full story at ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 8

From a house full of grown kids to baby squirrels in a tote (!!), this week’s Campfire Chat is all about balance, noise, and the little joys that make life feel full.
Read the full story: ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 4

Cats kill billions of birds & mammals yearly—even well-fed ones. During squirrel baby season, an outdoor cat = a climbing predator at every nest. Keep them indoors.
For more squirrel tips, visit ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 3

Trail Mix just dropped.
Inside: tips for camping with pets, gear recs we’ve trail + tail-tested, and the best outdoor tips we've found this week. Free + fun, straight to your inbox.

👉 ExploreFieldTrip.com

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Field Trip @explorefieldtrip.bsky.social · Sep 2

You’ve got your camp snacks. But what about your four-legged trail buddy? From DIY pumpkin oat cookies to bear-safe kibble storage, here’s how to fuel pets for outdoor adventures: ExploreFieldTrip.com

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