Emily Parnay
Gear Analyst

Emily loves the community, personal growth and challenge that adventure pursuits provide. She loves rock climbing, peak scrambling, rafting, snowsports, breaking new trails, and hunting for hot springs and swimming holes.

She graduated college with a degree in Adventure Education and holds a WFR and ACCT Level 1 Challenge Course Certificate. When not out on an adventure, you can find her stargazing, gardening, social dancing and planning her next epic life experience.

Articles by Emily Parnay

Pendleton Yakima Camp Blanket Review
Person in tent laying out the Pendleton Yakima Camp Blanket.

Pendleton Yakima Camp Blanket Review

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This classic American-made wool blanket offers ample coverage, multiple size options, and the versatility to function indoors as bedding or outdoors while glamping.
Sackcloth & Ashes Camping Blanket Review
Women wrapped in the Sackcloth and Ashes blanket at the beach

Sackcloth & Ashes Camping Blanket Review

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Our top wool blanket pick, with its soft and cozy fabric and dye-free, chemical-free, and cruelty-free wool.
Therm-a-Rest Honcho Poncho Review
Person standing over a creek under the redwoods wearing the Therm-a-Rest Honcho Poncho, spreading her arms outstretched wide.

Therm-a-Rest Honcho Poncho Review

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A versatile and durable 3-in-1 camping blanket that serves as a pillow, throw blanket and wearable poncho – not to mention, the warmest blanket we tested!
Oceas Sherpa Fleece Camping Blanket Review
A woman and a dog sitting on the Oceas Sherpa Fleece camping blanket in the Alvord Desert with the Steens Mountains in the background

Oceas Sherpa Fleece Camping Blanket Review

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A hybrid blanket that can be used as a ground blanket or a throw blanket and comes at an incredibly budget-friendly price.
Yeti Lowlands Camping Blanket Review
2 people sitting on the Yeti Lowlands Blanket at the beach.

Yeti Lowlands Camping Blanket Review

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One of our favorites for a ground blanket. It’s comfortable and durable with its insulated, plush and thick fabric and resilient waterproof lining.
REI Camp Blanket Review
Women sitting on log with the REI camp blanket used as a throw over her legs

REI Camp Blanket Review

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One of our top picks for a budget-friendly synthetic puffy blanket. It’s packable, durable, simple and you’ll find any excuse to bring it on a trip.
Women’s Salomon X Ultra 5 Low Review
A woman cinches up her hiking shoe.

Women’s Salomon X Ultra 5 Low Review

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This is an excellent all-around pick for a comfy, durable, high-performance, and lightweight trail shoe that excels in any terrain.
Women’s Oboz Sawtooth X WP Review
Women standing on a mossy log wearing Oboz hiking shoes.

Women’s Oboz Sawtooth X WP Review

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This is an ideal footwear choice for those with narrower feet who are looking for a hardy, supportive, and waterproof shoe.
Women’s La Sportiva Spire GTX Review
Close-up showing the lacing of the La Sportiva hiking shoes.

Women’s La Sportiva Spire GTX Review

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These hiking shoes are an all-around durable and supportive option for hikers looking for waterproof, yet breathable footwear.
Women’s Keen Targhee IV WP Hiking Shoe Review
Close-up of the Keen hiking shoes, showing the tread.

Women’s Keen Targhee IV WP Hiking Shoe Review

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This is a roomy, high-volume hiking shoe for those looking for durable and waterproof footwear that comes at an excellent value. Those with larger or wider feet will love the Keens for their ample room for your toes to splay.
North Face Retro Denali Fleece Review
Woman sits next to a creek, cozied up in the Retro Denali Fleece.

North Face Retro Denali Fleece Review

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This classic jacket is a cozy heavyweight fleece with a variety of fantastic features such as adjustable bungees at the waist, pit zips, and 3 zippered pockets.
Women’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review
A woman hikes along a trail with a hand in the pocket of her hiking shorts.

Women’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review

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While these updated shorts are still incredibly durable with their wind and water resistance and UPF 50+ sun protection, we did have some gripes with the fit and the wider (and bulkier) belt.
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