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Because, of course! Katherine recommends always having at least two ways to start a fire at the ready, so we recommend you bring both waterproof matches and lighter.

Our host Paula sat down with Katherine Gividen, an author, teacher, backpacker outfitter, and President of The Louisiana Hiking Club (to name just a few of her accomplishments) to get the lowdown on everything you need to explore the outdoors.

Click through to read her Top 10 Must-Have Products to bring on any hiking and backing adventure, in Louisiana and beyond! 


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