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Rachel Cavanaugh

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  • Outdoor and Travel Writer, Bustle
  • None, The Tough Mother Outdoor Guide, Bustle, Men's Journal
Baja California, Portland
As seen in: Bustle, IndyBest, The Independent (UK), The Hollywood Reporter, Digital Trends, Flipboard, Elite Daily, Inverse, Men's Journal, Matador Network, Mic and
Covers:  Outdoor Gear Reviews, Product Reviews & Roundups, Travel Features, Hotels and Destinations, Adventure Stories, Health and Fitness Roundups, Shopping Guides
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A veteran journalist based in the Pacific Northwest with more than 20 years of experience as a news reporter, writer, photographer, editor, copywriter, and digital producer.

She is currently a freelance writer on BDG's commerce team where she researches products and creates shopping guides for Bustle, Elite Daily, Inverse, Mic, Scary Mommy, and The Zoe Report. She covers a wide range of topics including outdoor, travel, fitness, home and garden, electronics, beauty, and lifestyle.

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Rachel Cavanaugh’s Journalist Portfolio

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Best Portable Grills for 2026, Expert-Tested on Camping Trip Cookouts

Best Portable Grills for 2026, Expert-Tested on Camping Trip Cookouts

Whether you're looking for a grill for a tailgate, camping trip, or beach day, I've found the best portable g…

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The Uphill Climb: Bringing Body Inclusivity to the Ski Industry

The Uphill Climb: Bringing Body Inclusivity to the Ski Industry

Marielle TerHart remembers skiing with joy. She grew up near the Canadian Rockies where her winters were spen…

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Hands Down, The 75 Coolest Gifts For Men Under $25

Hands Down, The 75 Coolest Gifts For Men Under $25

Whether you're shopping for a gearhead, an outdoorsy sort, or a creative type, I've gathered a variety of pro…

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5 places in Costa Rica you won't find in most guidebooks

5 places in Costa Rica you won't find in most guidebooks

Costa Rica isn't hurting for visitors, and with all those fellow travelers on the road, you might expect it t…

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65 Wildly Popular New Things On Amazon That Are Actually Life-Changing

65 Wildly Popular New Things On Amazon That Are Actually Life-Changing

Amazon shoppers can't stop raving about how these products make mundane tasks easier, help improve your well-…

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How One Man Conquered Addiction Through the Outdoors

How One Man Conquered Addiction Through the Outdoors

Today, Yassine Diboun is a legend in the ultra-running community. The Columbia Sportswear trail runner, who’s…

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Amazon keeps selling out of these 60 weird-as-hell things with near-perfect reviews

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By Rachel Cavanaugh , Rebecca Martinson
| Mic
Some of the best things on Amazon make absolutely no sense at first glance. Sometimes they’re the oddly brilliant products that solve a problem. Other times they simply add some fun to your day. Then there are those that make people stop and ask, “What is that?” That's the theme of this list. From conversation-starting home decor to odd-but-practical travel gear, these highly rated products are selling out for a reason. Are they weird-as-hell? Absolutely. Are they also weirdly genius? Also yes.
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55 Cheap Things That Make Your Backyard & Front Yard Way Bougier

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By Jessica Booth , Rachel Cavanaugh 
| Elite Daily
Creating an outdoor oasis that makes you actually want to have people over doesn’t need to mean spending thousands on fancy stuff. Small details can make a big bougie impact — like perfect lighting around your patio, decorative accents for a more magical garden, and the right tools to keep everything looking neat and clean. The best part? All of those little items won’t break the bank. Shop our favorite inexpensive picks to make your front and backyard look impressively bougie.
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75 amazeballs things for your backyard that are surprisingly under $30 on Amazon

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By Rachel Cavanaugh , Candace Nagy 
| Inkl
Amazon - Beuta Landscape Edging (4 Feet) Keep water from puddling up around the foundation of your home and flowerbeds when you grab this genius downspout extender. The budget-friendly outdoor find is made from premium textured rubber, with all the durability of real stone. Simply slide it below the drain opening and your work is done.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Big Sky Publishing

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

By signing up for my PR list which sends up-to-date pitching guidelines/info on what I'm currently working on: www.rachelsylvia.com/contact

What's your favorite social network?

Instagram

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