Making sure that you have fresh and clean water is one of the most important skills you can have when you’re out in the wilderness. Unfortunately, even if you have a ton of water around, it isn’t necessarily safe to drink; the biggest threats to your health and future well-being are invisible to the naked eye. A microbial infection can make a problematic time being lost into something downright terrifying.
Nature is good for me because it shows me a different, more expansive side of life that people too often do not expose themselves to in the cubicles of their minds' eye, from the limited contours of the concrete jungle.
As a person who loves to play outside for extended periods of time, I’ve found it can be discouraging and difficult to do so with dietary restrictions. As a person with multiple allergies, as well as a low FODMAP follower, finding the right food with enough calories to sustain and last throughout my adventures can be a challenge. However, I’ve found that with a little planning, it can become easier than you might think. I’ve listed a few of my favorite tips below.