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The True Price of Pants - How to Calculate Cost Per use

"Don't be fooled by the price tag when evaluating a product's value." When deciding upon a new purchase, it's tempting to...

Flex Canvas Pants vs. Ecotrek Trail Pants

Looking to join the LIVSN movement but don't know where to start?  Below is a comprehensive guide designed to help you decide between two of our most popular products: T...

Top Five Characteristics of Quality Clothing

It's ok and even expected to drop some cash upfront for high-quality products, just make sure that you are getting the bang for your buck.

Halloween Hikes: The Spookiest Trails in America

From a bloody Civil War battlefield with the cries of ghostly soldiers to a chilling subterranean world, the tales on the spookiest trails in America are sure to quicken your pace.

Three Surprising Ways to Live More Sustainably

"If you hear the word ‘sustainability’ and want to yawn, this quick guide is for you…" We’ve all heard about sustainability.    We ...

Mindfulness on the Move

If you struggle with seated meditation, give your body a boost with a mindful hike instead… Just imagine.  You’re sitting cross-legged on your yoga mat, trying to meditate before you start the day....

A Night in the Woods: The Essentials

Appreciating nature in its rawest form is an experience that we all want in our lives. Many of us make it part of our weekly or even daily routine.  It’s important to take time off from our usual b...

Summer Hiking: A Guide That Won’t Leave You Absolutely Miserable

Summer hiking: some love it, some hate it, some really, really hate it.  It’s understandable why there’s so much disdain for it; if you’re already a bit of a reluctant hiker, then you’re not exactl...

Six Summer Swimming Hole Essentials

Summer is officially underway, and here at LIVSN we believe making the most of the longer days means getting off the couch and into the outdoors. This year experts estimate that US travelers will ...

Five Steps to Simplify Your Gear Closet

Reduce clutter to make more room for experiences and joy.