New Perspectives Toward a Better Future
Reporting, essays, and stories on nature, work, wellness, and current events toward a better way forward.
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Linen or Merino for Hot Weather? Whats your choice?
The outdoor industry has largely aligned around fine gauge merino wool as the natural alternative to lightweight synthetics. But why is there not more linen in the outdoor industry for the SS season and hot weather regions? Derived from the flax plant, linen has been...
A Letter to the President: A New Vision for Prosperity and Sustainability in Minnesota’s Northwoods
Mr. President, Congratulations on your return to the presidency. Winning a second national election requires stamina, determination, and a connection with the American people. Those qualities are clear. I am writing to offer an idea that may not have reached your desk...
Supporting Reps, Retail Partners, and Brand Growth: FW25 Retail Season Preview
Fall in Minnesota is legendary. Camping in the Northwoods among the blazing foliage, listening to loon calls next to the lake, waiting for moose to cross the road and sitting fireside at a lodge on the Gunflint Trail - these are the experiences that shape the unique...
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About Nathan J Baller
Nate is a writer, outdoorsperson, and founder of Abode Outside, a Minnesota-based clothing brand. His writing focuses on finding practical solutions and offering new perspectives on nature, work, wellness, and the events shaping our world.
