If
you’re unlike me, you love the outdoors! Swimming, biking, hiking–I’m
exhausted just thinking about it. But the one thing that could possibly
lure me into the wilderness (i.e. anyplace without paved sidewalks) is a box full of goodies such as can be found in
Vegan Outdoor Adventures’ Winter Box.
Jessica Ryle started Vegan Outdoor Adventures as a
subscription box for vegan outdoor enthusiasts. The associated website helps you “find everything to compliment your cruelty-free outdoor lifestyle,” including links to vegan outdoor equipment, interviews with nature-loving vegans, and her best tips and gear suggestions/gear reviews. To me, “outdoors” is what I call the walk from my car to my destination or, if I’m feeling adventurous, al fresco dining. But, what I can appreciate about this venture is that they’ve removed the hassle of always having to read labels upon labels to find a vegan version of what you’re looking for (kinda like Mooshoes has done for shoes and accessories) and for that I am grateful.
Onto the goods. They’ve just launched their Winter Box, which contains six items–all vegan–valued at
over $50 and selling for $27.
What’s in this season’s box? Glad you asked.
1.) Light My Fire – Full size combination firesteel & emergency whistle
I’m not what you would consider “outdoorsy,” so I can’t imagine my lifestyle requiring me to start a fire in a jiffy. But, I’m thinking that there are a ton of scenarios where the whistle would be hella useful–for instance, we could get some for the fine folks in the Wapiti, Wyoming school district and tell Betsy DeVos not to let the door hit her in ass on the way out.
2.) GoMacro – Full size Thrive bar, various flavors, gluten-free
I’m no genius, but there’s no law that says you actually need to be hiking a trail in order to enjoy trail snacks. If you’re a hiker, these are probably the greatest. But, I’d venture to guess that they’d be just as good sitting on your couch binge-watching The OA.
3.) Woodstock Herbal Products – Sample size of C&F Seasonal Support
I get it, you need to be in top form when you’re braving the elements. Sometimes too, you need all the help you can get after a hot yoga class.
4.) Apothecary Muse – Full size Winter Warrior lip balm
Who doesn’t love lip balm? I, for one, have at least ten going at any given time: 1 on my nightstand, 2 in my medicine cabinet, 3 in my purse, 1 in the living room, 1 in my mom’s kitchen, and currently 4 at work. Point being: there’s always room for more and indoors/outdoors, who’s going to know?
5.) Outdoor Herbivore – Savory Lentil Simmer – Full size, 4.5 oz package, gluten-free
I realize that this product was developed to make it easy to cook a tasty and nutritious meal in the wild, but who’s to say that your busy life doesn’t warrant the same convenience at home? No judgement.
6.) Louisville Vegan Jerky – Full size, Pete’s Smoked Black Pepper, gluten-free
Ok, I’ll admit that I’m going to have to defer to The Bearded Vegans, lovers of all things jerky, for this gem as I was never a “snap in to a vegan jerky” type of gal. BUT, if I were to purchase this box for all of the other items that speak to my (sedentary) lifestyle, I wouldn’t hesitate to donate said jerky to my jerky-loving pals; it’s just good karma. [ed. note: Louisville Vegan Jerky is THE JAM tbh]
Ultimately, “the purpose of VOA’s subscription box is to allow customers to try a wide range of products without having to do research to find out if they are
vegan or not. The products enclosed are some of Jess’ personal favorites.
She has tried them out and loved them. The Seasonal Sample Box is a way to
get these must-haves into the hands of people who appreciate them the
most.”
So, whether you’re an outdoor adventurer or, like me, just someone who likes to try out new stuff, check out Vegan Outdoor Adventures.
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