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The joys of work trade : Experiencing the Garden Island on a budget
The Nā Pali Coast towers before me, painted in peachy hues of the evening light as sky and sea melt seamlessly into one. How on earth did I get here, to the vibrant, ethereal slopes of Kauai? Two years ago, as a broke gal in her 20s, I yearned to experience Kauai’s coconut palms, sparkling…
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Holiday gift guide: 2024 OWAA staff picks
It’s that time of year when you start to consider gift options for your loved ones (or for yourself). As we do every year, we present you with some of our favorite outdoor gear in this holiday gift guide — including gear from brands who are OWAA Supporting Groups (corporate members). But this list isn’t…
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OWAA 2025 Excellence in Craft Contest: How to enter your work
It’s that time of year again! Leaves are changing color, temperatures are dropping, and OWAA’s Excellence in Craft Contest is open! Enter your work in the 2025 Excellence in Craft Contest today. If it is your first time hearing about OWAA’s Excellence in Craft Awards, we invite you to take a look at last year’s…
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Meet OWAA member Chad Brown
An award-winning documentary-adventure photographer, filmmaker, and conservationist, Navy Veteran Chad Brown is the founder/president of non-profits Soul River, Inc. and Love is King. In addition, Chad’s latest efforts include outdoor adventure travel, threatened wild spaces, and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities. Through his projects, he connects the public to endangered lands, capturing the true essence of…
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Join us in El Paso for the 2024 OWAA Conference
The annual Outdoor Writers Association of America is set to make its long-awaited arrival in El Paso, Texas, September 20 – 22, in the heart of downtown. In addition to an energy-packed itinerary and conference agenda, the Sun City is truly brimming with excitement. To best accommodate those attending the conference, here are a few…
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Skip the RV or cabin rental, get out on the water
Think your group of friends and family can’t sail together? Think again. Dream Yacht Worldwide, one of the world’s leading ocean tourism companies, is making sailing and sea travel accessible to all around the globe. With personal sailing trips continuing to gain popularity, the company offers the most destinations and one of the largest and…
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Push your pedal to the metal in El Paso’s cycling community
Out in far west Texas lies the beautifully diverse city of El Paso. Best known for its 300+ days of sunshine, charming hospitality, and for boasting a mountain in the middle of its city limits, El Paso is an outdoor adventurers best-kept secret when it comes to enjoying all things cycling. Whether you’re a seasoned pro…
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Discover New Mexico’s fishing spots near El Paso
As you gear up with other outdoor media professionals for our 2024 annual conference in El Paso, Texas September 20-22, you may be looking for nearby outdoor adventures to enhance your experience. And if fishing is on your agenda, you’re in luck — New Mexico offers several opportunities just a short drive away from El…
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Who knew? Six awesome things about El Paso (You’ll salivate at #5!)
With contributions by Chez Chesak When I first learned that El Paso was the site of the Outdoor Writers Association of America’s 2024 conference, I was pretty excited. My excitement was driven mainly, I admit, because Cormack McCarthy—author of one of the greatest and most devastating post-apocalyptic stories of all time, IMO—lived there for decades.…
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El Paso, Texas: 10 story leads for outdoor media
Get ready to mix business with pleasure at the annual OWAA conference in sunny El Paso, Texas, happening Sept. 20-22! While you’re not busy conferencing, spice up your downtime by diving into some exciting story leads. Explore the vibrant outdoor scene of El Paso and turn your adventures into cash by highlighting the best of…
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Explore El Paso, Texas and the spectacular southwest: Five outdoor places to visit
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site Located only 40 minutes east of El Paso, Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site is a paradise for rock climbers and history buffs alike. Visitors can hike, try rock climbing and bouldering, bird watch, study nature and history, picnic, and stargaze. Also available are guided and self-guided tours…
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OWAA Spring 2024 outdoor gear guide
Spring is the ideal season to rejuvenate your outdoor gear collection in anticipation of your summer and fall adventures. Whether you’re hitting the trails, exploring new waterways or going on that much-anticipated camping, hunting or fishing trip, you may want to try out some of our recommended Spring gear. Below is a curated selection of…