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TRAIL NOTES

Notes from the field

Scent Memories - How Our Sense of Smell Connects Us to Nature

Do you ever catch the scent of pine needles and suddenly feel like you're back hiking on your favorite section of the PCT, surrounded by towering conifer trees and the...

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The Western Wilderness Defense Fund Is For All Of Us: Why We Donate 10% To Wilderness Conservation

Each year, we donate a portion of proceeds from every Juniper Ridge sale to non-profit organizations that fight to keep the wilderness wild. We call this our Western Wilderness Defense...

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Sustainability Is Always In Season: Converting Waste Into Wonder

Believe it or not, we're already preparing for our annual Christmas Tree Project! We have been for the past few weeks actually…  Each year after Christmas, we set out to...

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The Benefits of Aromatherapy - How Nature's Scents Can Improve Your Wellbeing

Have you ever experienced a scent that instantly brings you peace and calm? The power of scents is profound—they can evoke memories, alter moods, and enhance overall well-being. Aromatherapy, with...

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Our Top 5 Must-Pack Essentials (According To The Juniper Ridge Crew)

If you’re anything like us here at Juniper Ridge (and we’re betting you are) then you’re always ready to get back out there and start exploring. In the spirit of...

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A More Sustainable 4th of July: Reducing Your Impact, Not Your Celebration

Everyone loves a summer-holiday + long weekend combo: warm weather, good food, your favorite people, no work… and fireworks! Sometimes it’s easy to get swept up in the celebration of...

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Continuing Our Commitment to Wilderness Preservation: Juniper Ridge's Western Wilderness Defense Fund

In an era marked by rapid urbanization and increasing technological advancements, the importance of preserving wilderness has never been more critical. Wilderness areas not only provide a refuge for diverse...

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A closer look at our exclusive Ceramic Incense Holder from Three Plumes

This Ceramic Incense Holder was made for our Campfire Incense sticks, literally! Stephanie Intelisano is the ceramicist behind Three Plumes. Based in Oakland, CA, she’s also one of our neighbors...

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