Everyone on the horticulture crew at Boston’s Arnold Arboretum gets the same kit on their first day of work. “This is what you’re going to use every day as long as you’re in this industry,” said Rachel Brinkman, the Arboretum’s horticulture manager.
We talked to horticulturists at some of the country’s most beloved parks and botanical gardens to gather a list of essential tools. Swipe to see what’s in their starter kits, then tap the link in bio to learn more about the unique gear that the pros use — including climbing gear in Massachusetts and cacti-ready tweezers in California.
Illustration by Israel G. Vargas for NYT Wirecutter; source photos by Liam McCabe/NYT Wirecutter
As a celebrity stylist, Erin Walsh travels more than most people, and packing — for her clients and herself — is a key element of her work.
We asked her all about how she plans her outfits — and the staples that always make it onto her packing list. See her go-to button-down and other versatile pieces she loves for travel at the link in bio.
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From muddy snow to unidentifiable city crud (try not to think about it), your luggage has seen a few things. Here's how to give it a good clean so you can feel good about packing fresh clothes for your next trip.
For more luggage tips, and to see our favorite hard-sided and soft-sided carry ons, head to the link in bio.
There are plenty of canvas tote bags out there. But they're just not the same as the L.L.Bean Boat and Tote.
Read more about this enduring classic at the link in bio.
@annaryankonkle , co-creator of “Pen15” and author of “The Sane One,” stopped by to reminisce about the stuff we loved as kids (and dared to use the “vintage from the 1990s” Lip Smackers we bought on Etsy).
Hot take: You should wear shoes inside. Especially if you have a condition like flat feet, arthritis, plantar fasciitis, or general knee and back pain.
Learn more, and see our recommended house slippers, at the link in bio.
A growing number of women over 50 are opting to see the world on their own. But going it alone doesn’t mean going unprepared. Tap the link in bio to see what tops the packing lists of three veteran travelers who have collectively spent decades navigating international travel on their own.
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There are many reasons to pack light during air travel: no waiting at baggage claim, striding through airports, and wandering cobblestone streets unbothered and unencumbered. Evidently, an airplane’s cargo weight is a factor in a flight’s carbon emissions. But do you, as an individual consumer, need to worry about shaving down an airplane’s weight by not checking a bag? It might not be as straightforward as you’d think
Sustainability editor Katie Okamoto investigates at the link in bio.
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What does an extreme-weather reporter pack to chase tornadoes? Cowboy boots, of course!
Find out everything that @nytimes meteorologist @sonofjud packs for every sartorial situation at the link in bio.
