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Sylvia Dekker

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I Took My Kids Into the Backcountry—Against Everyone’s Advice. Here’s What Happened

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By Sylvia Dekker
| Explore Magazine Verified
I learned how to have extended family backcountry trips with small kids. Here's how you can, too. The rocky lakebed falls away into deep cold jasper, our paddles cutting ties with the shore along with the comforts and realities of normal life. Our yellow canoe rocks gently in reflections of mountain layers. Three toddlers lean over the sides, dragging their fingers in the smooth ripples. Everything we need to canoe-camp for a week in the backcountry is stuffed in giant dry bags under the seats. ...
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Soft Adventure Activities to Try in Belize

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By Sylvia Dekker
| TravelAge West Verified
“Belize is nicknamed the Swiss cheese of Central America because it is believed we have more miles of caves than paved roads,” said our guide, Alex, in his soft voice as we paddled between glittering stalactites. My baby was flopped across my lap in his lifejacket, his snores echoing down the narrow cavern. This was only the first on our list of caves to visit that week, and already, we were blown away by the small country’s beauty and history buried beneath the surface.
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Discover Dinosaurs and Starry Skies on an Adventure in this Unique Wilderness – Explore Magazine

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By Sylvia Dekker
| Explore Magazine Verified
Stepping into Carbon County, Utah, is stepping back in time. Out here, between the diverse wildlife, red sandstone cliffs and deep canyons, outdoor adventures blend with history for views and experiences you can’t find anywhere else. There are many layers of history in Carbon County, from dinosaur footprints traversing coal mines to a captivating star-studded sky. The best way to experience the essence of Carbon County is to head through the Carbon Corridor and see all the gems.
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