{"id":7027,"date":"2016-02-01T09:33:05","date_gmt":"2016-02-01T17:33:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/?p=7027"},"modified":"2018-11-11T21:50:27","modified_gmt":"2018-11-12T05:50:27","slug":"the-rei-outdoor-kissing-field-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/hike\/the-rei-outdoor-kissing-field-guide","title":{"rendered":"The REI Outdoor Kissing Field Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

For us, the outdoors is not only our favorite date spot, it\u2019s also our favorite place to kiss\u2014but not all outdoor kisses are equal. We\u2019ve compiled a short field guide to help you explore a few of the different ways to smooch outside.<\/p>\n

If you have an outdoor kiss that isn\u2019t listed below, be sure to post it in the comments.<\/p>\n

The \u201cOne with Nature\u201d<\/h4>\n

\"Outdoor<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve never kissed someone outside, this is probably a good starting point. This one takes the least amount of prep, making it an easy go-to for novices and outdoor-affection masters alike. To check this one off the list, find a comfortable spot where you can be surrounded by plants and animals\u2014just be sure to steer clear of poison ivy and mosquitoes.<\/p>\n

The \u201cClich\u00e9 But Awesome\u201d<\/h4>\n

A scenic viewpoint, at sunset. It\u2019s a tried and true formula for romance\u2014which means you probably won\u2019t be the only one attempting it. The tricky part of making this kiss great is finding a location you won\u2019t have to share.<\/p>\n

Extra challenge: Capture a photo of your kiss as the sun sets between you.<\/em><\/p>\n

The \u201cLove as Epic as We Are\u201d<\/h4>\n

A typical smooch is just too easy. Some couples need to get amped up and make their kisses as gnarly as their backflips. While this kiss is probably the most difficult to achieve, it generally makes for the raddest photos.<\/p>\n

Bonus points are given to any couple where both members are airborne and\/or upside-down during the kiss.<\/em><\/p>\n

The \u201cToo Worked to Show Affection\u201d<\/h4>\n

Taking your partner on a hike or other outdoor adventure is a great idea, just don\u2019t be surprised when both of you are too exhausted to kiss. This one usually ends up as a short peck or a weak high-five before you both go for your recovery drinks and energy gels.<\/p>\n

The \u201cKiss With Your Lips, Not Your Nose\u201d<\/h4>\n

\"Outdoor<\/p>\n

It\u2019s been seven days in the backcountry. You\u2019re sweaty and dirty and stinky. If you see another energy bar or dehydrated meal, you\u2019ll scream. But none of those things will deter you from giving your partner a kiss. Check this one off and you\u2019re one of the lucky few to be part of a true outdoor love story.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For us, the outdoors is not only our favorite date spot, it\u2019s also our favorite place to kiss\u2014but not all outdoor kisses are equal. We\u2019ve compiled a short field guide to help you explore a few of the different ways to smooch outside. If you have an outdoor kiss that isn\u2019t listed below, be sure […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":7029,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[387],"tags":[8,528,245,414],"internal-tag":[527,1673],"class_list":["post-7027","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hike","tag-hike","tag-kissing","tag-life-stages","tag-rei","internal-tag-derek-hamilton","internal-tag-pre-redirect-hike"],"parsely":{"version":"1.1.0","canonical_url":"https:\/\/rei.com\/blog\/hike\/the-rei-outdoor-kissing-field-guide","smart_links":{"inbound":0,"outbound":0},"traffic_boost_suggestions_count":0,"meta":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","headline":"The REI Outdoor Kissing Field Guide","url":"http:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/hike\/the-rei-outdoor-kissing-field-guide","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"http:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/hike\/the-rei-outdoor-kissing-field-guide"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/02\/C01-4306-web.jpg?resize=150%2C150","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/02\/C01-4306-web.jpg?fit=1500%2C1000"},"articleSection":"Hike","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Angela Crampton"}],"creator":["Angela Crampton"],"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Uncommon Path \u2013 An REI Co-op Publication","logo":""},"keywords":["hike","kissing","life stages","rei"],"dateCreated":"2016-02-01T17:33:05Z","datePublished":"2016-02-01T17:33:05Z","dateModified":"2018-11-12T05:50:27Z"},"rendered":"