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This homemade Ciabatta Bread has a chewy, golden crust and is the light and airy bread your sandwiches and soups are missing. Plain, herby, or cheesy, it’ll turn your kitchen into a traditional bakery any day of the week. Why You’ll Love This Homemade Ciabatta Recipe Aside from being the perfect baking project, you’ll love making ciabattas because they’re healthy, simple, and versatile. Simple. The ingredients list is only 4 items long, keeping things nice and simple for all-level bakers. While there are quite a few steps, the steps themselves are super easy to do. Chewy. With a perfect chewy...

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PHOTO CREDIT: DAVE COLLINS (CLEVERHIKER.COM)   The snow is melting and the parks are opening - it’s time to get outside! We’re just as stoked as you are for summer hiking and backpacking season, and REI has you covered with some great deals on gear to get you on the trail. REI’s 4th of July sale runs from June 23rd - July 4th. REI Members have access to some exclusive sale items, so if you haven’t joined yet - now is the time. We scoured the deals and narrowed this list down to the gear we're most excited about. PHOTO CREDIT:...

If you’re in the market for an ultralight backpacking tent, there’s no doubt you’ve seen the Zpacks Duplex pop up on “best of” gear lists (ours included), often being upheld as the gold standard of ultralight shelters. And this reputation is no coincidence. The Zpacks Duplex tent has earned its place in the ultralight spotlight by consistently proving itself in the backcountry – it’s also a favorite of PCT and JMT thru-hikers who really put gear through the wringer.In fact, back in 2014, when Kristen (BFT’s Founder) hiked the JMT, her tent weighed over 5 pounds (!!!) After seeing so...

This post lists the top 101 black inventors and African Americans’ best invention ideas that changed the world. Despite racial prejudice and discrimination, African Americans have persevered and contributed significantly to science and various industries. Many African American inventors have made hundreds of innovative inventions, yet their achievements often go unnoticed in history. Here are some brilliant inventors who have made significant contributions to society (in no particular order): Top 101 black inventors & African American’s best invention ideas 1. Thomas L. Jennings (1791 – 1856) – Dry scouring Born free in 1791, Thomas Jennings is widely regarded as the...