This week, Lisa and Aimee are anxious about nature: ticks, bears, and assorted other dangers that lurk in the great outdoors.

They’re joined by Outside parks and travel columnist Emily Pennington, who documents her visit to every U.S. national park in a forthcoming book. Emily explains how she got into camping and outdoors life, shares how empowering being alone in nature can be, and offers some helpful tips on repelling ticks while hiking.

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