Close-up of a mosquito feeding on human skin with a blurred dark background.
July 8, 2026
USA Today: Insect Repellents Are As Low As Three Dollars Right Now
Stock up while prices are low; you're gonna need these all summer long, but won't find them this cheap again (as low as $3!) until Black Friday.
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Close-up of feet wearing hiking boots walking across rocky terrain with greenery around.
July 8, 2026
Life Hacker: Spray Your Shoes With Permethrin
La pulvérisation de perméthrine sur vos chaussures, vos vêtements et votre matériel de camping repousse les tiques et ne s'élimine pas au lavage.
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Small tick insect crawling on a human finger with blurred green background.
July 8, 2026
New York Post: TikToks Tick Removal Tricks
With the rise in disease-harboring ticks across the country also comes an uptick in viral hacks to remove the nasty suckers.
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Yellow tent set up on sandy ground near trees and a lake in a mountainous area at sunrise or sunset.
July 8, 2026
Outdoor Life: The Best Deals of REIs Fourth of July Sale
Save on tents, sleeping bags, water filters, and apparel.
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Golden retriever running on grass with text about REI 4th of July Deals from 6/26 to 7/6.
July 8, 2026
Section Hiker: Best REI Fourth of July Deals
Big discounts on hiking and camping gear for adults and kids!
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Two-tone Arc'teryx jacket with hood and zippered pockets on blue background with repeated deals text.
July 8, 2026
Wired: The Best Outdoor Deals From the REI Fourth of July Sale
Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone.
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Two hikers sitting in camping chairs near a green tent with gear around in a dry outdoor setting.
July 8, 2026
Treeline Review: The Best REI Fourth of July Sale Deals
Backpacks, trail shoes, rain shells, and sleep systems our thru-hiker team has put through thousands of trail miles.
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Wooden Appalachian Trail sign showing distances to Pamola Peak, campgrounds, and Springer Mountain.
July 8, 2026
The TreK: Gear and Thoughts For AT Thru Hike
I thru hiked the Appalachian Trail (AT) northbound (NOBO) in 2026 from late-January to mid-June and this is my gear list for an early-season.
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Pair of black trail running shoes with tan textured soles placed on rocky ground.
July 8, 2026
Mens Health: The Best Pieces of Hiking Gear
Must-pack picks for day hikes, expedition treks, and everything in between.
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Three different types of mosquito repellent products: incense stick burning, Thermacell device, and OFF! Deep Woods spray.
July 8, 2026
HuffPost: The Best Products To Deal With Mosquitoes
Repelling sprays that entomologists recommend, editor-adored itch creams and more.
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A squirrel resting on a tree branch with a blurred blue sky background.
July 8, 2026
Louisiana Sportsman: Tips For Early Squirrels
Die-hard small-game hunter shares secrets to October success.
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Bicycle, paddleboards, tent, cooler, paddle, and water filter arranged on colorful background.
July 8, 2026
Mashable: The REI Fourth Of July Sale
Perfectly timed with outdoor summer adventures, this REI sale is one of the best of the year.
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