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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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How to prevent hypothermia while camping in the snow: Tips for staying safe

When done right, camping in the snow can be one of the best adventures of your life. Here's how to fend off one of winter campers' biggest threats: hypothermia.
Man wearing hiking boots in the snow

Can hiking boots be used in snow? Here’s when to wear them (and when not to)

Bushnell Golf Tour Rangefinder

Bushnell’s Tour Hybrid Rangefinder brings GPS and laser power to your golf game

Close-up of a red tick and water droplets on a blade of grass

The ultimate guide to avoiding ticks in the wild — learn from my experience

Purple and green twisted paracord

5 clever ways to use paracord on your next camping trip

Rugged and scenic terrain in Death Valley California

When you’re hiking in Death Valley, don’t do this

Big Bend National Park in Texas

Big Bend National Park will initiate trail closures because of this bird

Yosemite National Park in winter

Embrace the cold: The best places to camp in the winter

The Garden Wall along the Highline Trail in Glacier National Park.

Construction at Glacier National Park means changes for your trip — what to know

Baseplate compass on top of a map

How to use a compass for navigation when GPS fails

Ski boot clipping into binding from behind

How to adjust ski bindings in 10 easy steps

Skiers on Mountain Quail at Telluride Colorado

How to stay warm outside: Essential tips for winter adventures

Closeup of two friends setting up a tent in the woods.

3 duct tape camping hacks: Why it should always be in your hiking or camping kit

One of the most useful scenarios for duct tape is out in the wilderness, so be sure to pack some on your next camping outing. Here are some uses for duct tape while camping.
Two people hiking together

How to calculate hiking time and plan for being away

OK, so you have the proper hiking gear, but did you calculate how long you're going to be gone? No? Well, here's how to calculate hiking time.
Hiker with a backpack in front of a mountain lake background

Try these lunch ideas the next time you go backpacking

Backpacking is a great way to get outside, enjoy nature, and do something physical. Check out these backpacking lunch ideas that we’re sure you’ll love.
Learning all the features of your tent can help make sleeping in it more comfortable.

Camping essentials for beginners: How to tackle the wild with comfort

Here are some struggles you may encounter while out in the wild, as well as some camping essentials for beginners to help mitigate those challenges. 
A Helly Hansen Insulated Jacket on a white background.

Spend $100 at the REI Outlet and get $20 off with this code

Head to the REI Outlet and use this voucher to save $20 off any purchase over $100. A perfect opportunity for kitting out that winter wardrobe.
Carl's Place Curved Kit

The world’s first curved-screen golf simulator designed for DIY installation is here

Today, Carl's Place, a custom indoor golf simulator company, has launched the world's first curved-screen golf simulator designed for DIY installation.
Yosemite Firefall at Yosemite National Park in Winter

Visit Yosemite’s Firefall in 2025 — without a reservation

If you're unfortunate enough to not snag a reservation for Yosemite's firefall, here's how you can experience it in 2025 without one.
Reflections of mountains at Yosemite National Park

Planning a visit? These national parks will require reservations in 2025

As outdoor enthusiasts gear up for the 2025 season, it's always a good idea to check out which national parks require reservations this year.
Carl’s Place Pro Enclosure

From setup to swing: A closer look at the Carl’s Place C-Series Pro Golf Simulator

Here's why the pros and serious golfers are using the Carl's Place C-Series Pro Golf Simulator to practice at home; it's a DIY system delivered to your door.
The Sea to Summit Expedition Duffel Bag on a white background.

This versatile waterproof duffel bag is over 20% off Amazon right now

The Sea to Summit Expedition Duffel Bag is waterproof with three carrying modes and a 65-liter capacity. Amazon is selling it at 21% off, for savings of $34.
Man wearing a duffel bag as a backpack standing outside looking at mountains

8 best waterproof duffel bags to keep your stuff dry

Hardcore adventuring requires hardcore baggage. So we’ve rounded up the best waterproof duffel bags for your most epic expeditions.
The best Merino wool clothing is soft, breathable, odor-resistant, and temperature-regulating.

Why you need a good merino wool base layer

Base layers keep you dry and warm outside. Merino wool base layers are the best you can buy. But what are they and why are they so good?
Moraine Lake at Banff National Park in Canada

5 must-see Canadian national parks that will take your breath away

From turquoise waters to arctic landscapes, Canada has so much to explore. Here are five of my favorite national parks in Canada and what you can do there.
Ski lift

The best Midwest ski resorts for a weekend getaway on the slopes

If you are planning a winter vacation on the slopes in the Midwest, you might want to check out these ski resorts.
Man at a campground stargazing

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.
A WLY Mammoth camper/trailer being towed up a snowy treelined road.

The WLY Mammoth is a bumper-pull travel trailer built for serious Arctic camping

Mammoth Overland's WLY Mammoth is a cold-weather travel trailer built for serious winter camping in any conditions.
Mission Overland Trail Dog powersports camper trailer parked in a grassy field.

Two-story Trail Dog camper sleeps four with room for all your powersports toys

Mission Overland's Trail Dog toy hauler is versatile enough to sleep four adults and tow their favorite powersports gear too.
Back yard camping

Top 5 backyard camping ideas to cure cabin fever

Whether you're looking for some low-commitment fun for the family or testing out some of your gear, staking your tent in your own backyard is a great experience
Woman looking into a Dometic CFX5 series portable fridge/freezer

Dometic’s new CFX5 portable fridges have us rethinking our beloved Yeti coolers

Dometic is seriously upping the ante with its all-new, premium CFX5 series of high-tech portable fridges/electric coolers.
No Normal Coffee

How a Swiss hiking trip sparked the creation of the world’s first coffee in a tube

Just one tube of No Normal Coffee can make 20 cups of coffee, enough to carry you through your entire adventure
Cast-iron skillet over campfire wood

How long can you go without food if you’re lost in the wilderness?

In the U.S., about 600,000 hikers get lost in the woods every year. If you've ever wondered how long you can go without food, here's what you need to know. 
Closeup of rider on a desert trail on a Segway ZT3 Pro electric scooter

Segway’s ZT3 Pro e-scooter is the perfect backcountry sidekick for overlanders

Segway's all-new ZT3 Pro is an off-road-capable electric scooter that's destined to be your new backcountry companion transport.
Camping fire

Forget your matches? Here’s a camping hack that will save your trip

You can create a fire without matches in just a few minutes. For this camping hack, all you need is a little ash, some flat pieces of wood, and a cotton ball.
BERG Off-Road CX3 travel trailer

BERG Off-Road’s CX3 overlanding trailer is built for the harsh African desert

Berg Off-Road's CX3 is purpose-built to survive South Africa's harsh desert conditions, including wind, dust, and wild critters.
Dinkbuddy Net Landscape

This portable pickleball net lets me play anywhere

There are many portable pickleball nets out there but a popular choice is the Dink Buddy Original. In this blog we review the net and if it worth buying.
Old Greenwood Course at Tahoe Mountain Club

Experience world-class golf at these PGA Tour courses you can play

In 2024, the PGA Tour will host 39 events. Of those, 20 will take place on 23 courses accessible to the public.
A fresh-caught rainbow trout sits awaiting an adjacent knife on a cutting board

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.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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.
The Untimaty 6-inch Cordless Chainsaw and its accessories.

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!
Hollywood Racks CrossTrack bike rack mounted to a Toyota 4Runner.

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.
Tiger Adventure Vehicles' Panthera off-road truck camper parked on forest road.

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.
Amphitheater Mountain at Yellowstone National Park in winter

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 Z2 micro-camper/trailer being towed down a desert trail by a pickup truck

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.
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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.
Skiiers shred slopes at Beaver Creek ski resort

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.
Thunder Hole, Acadia National Park, Maine

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.
4Patriots Cooler on the grass outside

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.
A camp stove cooking food with a desert landscape blurred in the background

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.

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