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

CGear Multimats Sandlite Sand-Free Mat Camping Blanket Review
One person spread out on the CGear Multimats Sandlite Sand-free Mat at the beach.

CGear Multimats Sandlite Sand-Free Mat Camping Blanket Review

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Designed with beach lovers in mind, this blanket offers packability, multiple size options, and mesh material that filters sand easily through the fabric.
Rumpl NanoLoft Puffy Travel Blanket Review
Person holding up the Rumpl NanoLoft Puffy Blanket with a mossy wooded background, to compare blanket size to the person’s height.

Rumpl NanoLoft Puffy Travel Blanket Review

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For those adventurers who are always on the go, this is a stylish, packable and lightweight outdoor blanket with competitive durability.
Nomadix Festival Camping Blanket Review
Women laying out the Nomadix Festival Blanket on a patch of grass

Nomadix Festival Camping Blanket Review

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A lightweight, packable, and slip-resistant blanket designed as a versatile and simple ground mat for picnics, beaches, and festivals.
Rumpl Original Puffy Camping Blanket Review
Women sitting on beach curled up in the Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket.

Rumpl Original Puffy Camping Blanket Review

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A classic, stylish, and comfy camping blanket – perfect for whatever adventure unfolds.
Horizon Hound Trek Camping Blanket Review
Showing a man sitting in a hammock wrapped in the Horizon Hound Trek Blanket.

Horizon Hound Trek Camping Blanket Review

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Our top recommendation for a down blanket also happens to be budget-friendly, packable, and generously sized.
Nemo Victory Patio Camping Blanket Review
Woman sitting on the Nemo Victory Patio Blanket on the beach, looking over her shoulder at the camera.

Nemo Victory Patio Camping Blanket Review

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An all-around durable, weather-resistant, and high performing ground blanket that comes with multiple convenient features.
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.
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