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Ah, the great outdoors. Don’t let a lack of experience keep you from enjoying it. We’ve got gear suggestions, guides, and how-tos for aspiring adventurers and seasoned explorers alike. Camping, hiking, and survival essentials are our focus, but we also touch on activities like snow sports, off-roading, and extreme experiences, as well as general fitness and exercise.
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Zipper pull camping hack: Exit your tent and disturb no one
One of the worst challenges while overnight camping is needing to exit the tent before dawn. Here's a camping hack to fix it so that you don't disturb anyone.
How to sharpen a knife for camping: The ultimate guide
The last thing you want on your camping trip is for your knife to be blunt. Here's everything you need to know about sharpening a camping knife.
This popular Great Smoky Mountains trail will be closed for 18 months — where to hike instead
The National Park Service is committed to the safety of the Laurel Falls Trail, so the park has funded a rehabilitation project to give it a well-deserved makeover.
This mini chainsaw is on sale at Walmart at 50% off — just $30!
The Untimaty 6-inch Cordless Chainsaw is powered by a 550W high-quality pure copper motor and a rechargeable 21W lithium-ion battery. It's on sale for just $30!
Take your two-wheelers anywhere with Hollywood Racks’ new CrossTrack bike rack
The hitch-mounted bike rack is purpose-built for maximum stability — on-road or off — no matter how rough the going gets.
The 2024 Tiger Panthera is a surprisingly cushy overlanding-ready pickup camper
This full-sized rig sleeps four, and boasts a massive battery bank and off-road features to take you far off the beaten path.
Your guide to Yellowstone’s winter secrets
While you do need to do some advance planning, and not everything in the park will be accessible, it's possible to have an amazing winter visit to Yellowstone.
Zion Off-Road’s 2025 Z2 is an all-in-one gear trailer and off-road micro camper
A new breed of stripped-down, micro towables has hit the market in the last few years — towables like Zion Off-Road's new Z2.
No laundromat while camping? Try this classic laundry solution
If you've ever been on the road for any length of time, you'll know that one of the biggest challenges is the laundry. Here's how to wash your clothes on the trail.
These are the best Colorado ski resorts for beginners to learn their turns
These Colorado ski resorts are primed to help you go from your first turns on the slopes to being a fully fledged cruiser on the mountain this winter.
An adventurer’s guide to getting around Acadia National Park
Whether you're swimming in Echo Lake or visiting island attractions, Acadia National Park is always ripe for adventure! Here's everything you need to know.
Why the 4Patriots Solar Go-Fridge is my ultimate all-in-one camping essential
The 4Patriots Solar Go-Fridge runs off a wall outlet, car outlet, or solar panel, making it flexible for those off-grid camping trips and long drives.
Try an empty Tic Tac box for this weird camping hack
A flavorful meal while in the outdoors can elevate your camping experience to a whole new place. Here's a hack on how to do that with empty Tic Tac containers.
Toyota’s ‘convertible’ Land Cruiser ROX concept is beyond cool
The ROX open-top concept is an overlander's dream — bolder, wilder, and more fun than any Toyota on the market.
Fire restrictions and water shortages hit Grand Canyon visitors—what to know
The Transcanyon Waterline springs a nasty break that's bad enough to shut it down. Here's how to handle the newest hiking challenge at the Grand Canyon.
This rugged micro trailer expands into a full-featured overland basecamp
Built for Extreme's compact trailer was purpose-built for hunters, making it perfect for minimalist overlanders looking to pack only the essentials.
Joshua Tree camping: Where to stay for for every type of camper
With nine distinct campgrounds to choose from, camping at Joshua Tree National Park has something for everyone.
The 31 best pickleball gifts you can get: Pickleball paddles, shoes, and more
What are some of the best pickleball gifts you can give your oved one? From performance-enhancing gear to stylish accessories, this list has something for all.
This is when you can go to national parks for free in 2025
The National Park Service has just announced six free entrance days for 2025 so visitors to enjoy the beauty and history of America’s national parks.
Why winter is secretly the best time to visit Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park has so much winter fun to offer you and your crew. Here's everything you need to know (and more) about Yosemite in winter.
This six-piece camping lights set is on sale at 40% off
The MPOWERD Luci Site Lights are the perfect choice for camping site lights on your next outdoor adventure, especially now that they're down to $48 from Rei Co-op.
Kia’s PV5 WKNDR camper van concept hints at the future of electric vanlifing
The SEMA debut of Kia's radical PV5 WKNDR EV concept hints at the company's futuristic vision of all-electric vanlifing.
7 camping accessories that take your adventures to the next level
If your camping experience is starting to feel lackluster, you might just be in luck. Here are our favorite camping accessories to take on the road with you.
How to choose the perfect sleeping pad for winter camping (plus, top picks)
By investing in a quality sleeping pad, you'll ensure great rest while you're camping in the winter. Here are our best recommendations for winter sleeping pads.
Orion’s 365 Ford XL camper van has room for five and all your outdoor gear
The Orion 365 is roomy enough to pack everything you need for life on the road and versatile enough to customize every cubic inch.
Why it’s time to upgrade your camping clothes
Upgrading your camping gear is bound to take your experience to the next level. We hope these tips get you through your shopping trip!
Winter camping made comfortable: The best tents for cold-weather adventures
Camping during the wintertime is bound to stretch your limits, but you'll be able to reach new heights with one of these winter tents.
Good news if you’re visiting Hawaii: This stunning attraction has reopened
Due to the trail crew's hard work, trail crews have wrapped up construction on Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park's Sulfur Bank Trail a whole month early.
Best Cyber Monday Yeti deals: Up to 35% off drinkware, ice buckets for the outdoors
We've rounded up the best Cyber Monday Yeti deals here. For drinkware, coolers, and other accessories for your outdoor adventures, don't miss these bargains!
Cyber Monday hot tub deals are still hot: Save up to 48% off
There are some great Cyber Monday hot tub deals and we've tracked them all down. We also have some excellent buying advice to help you save.
Cyber Monday snow blower deals still available: Save up to 28% off
We've tracked down all the best Cyber Monday snow blower deals and we also have some great buying advice.
Cyber Monday The North Face deals 2024: Save big on great hoodies, T-shirts, and more
There are some great Cyber Monday The North Face deals. We've picked out our favorites so you can save big now.
The best Cyber Monday snowboard deals 2024: Save up to $410 on popular snowboards
We've picked out all the best Cyber Monday snowboard deals available right now. We also have some great buying advice so you know what to do.
Honda to release its most rugged, overland-ready Passport SUV ever
The 2025 Passport TrailSport will be Honda's most adventure-ready SUV ever with all-terrain tires, a beefy V6, and an all-new overland-friendly nav system.
7 hiking attire myths busted: What to wear and when to layer
Are you believing in a hiking attire lie? Not everything you read on the internet is true, so here are seven hiking attire myths debunked.
How Merino wool socks can elevate your hiking experience
Wool socks are highly recommended for hiking, so today, we're going to explore why that is as well as give you a few recommendations to get you started.
Mount Rainier to transform in 2025: How it will affect your trip
Mount Rainier National Park is about to undergo two exciting construction projects in the coming year.
Iveco’s Daily Switch is ready to work during the week, and play on the weekends
A modular, open-concept design allows for endless customization, with the versatility to work hard during the week and play harder on the weekends.
Best of REI’s Winter Sale: Up to 62% off clothes and gear
REI Co-op's REI Outlet Winter Sale offers discounts of up to 62% on clothes and gear to prepare you for the cold. Members will also get additional savings!
