2+ hour, 55+ min ago   (849+ words) Many state parks are requiring visitors to make reservations in advance. Interest in outdoor recreation has exploded since COVID, which is great for people’s health and wellness, as well as tourism spending, but can pose logistical challenges. Increasing crowds have…...

1+ week, 2+ hour ago   (1113+ words) Prepare for your next camping trip with our all-in-one camping checklist guide. It's broken down into seven segments so you'll have everything you need for an enjoyable and safe outing. Planning for a camping trip is easy. Just follow the…...

3+ week, 4+ hour ago   (1350+ words) These 28 miles along the coast of Oregon are some of the most scenic in the entire state. For those of us who work 9-5 jobs, doing a big thru-hike like the Pacific Crest Trail is pretty much off the table. Weekends…...

10+ mon, 4+ week ago   (1225+ words) Your prep routine really can make or break your season. “Get those reps in. Gotta get those reps. It’s all about the reps.” We’ve all heard it like a broken record before bow season. Well, I’m here to tell you…...

1+ mon, 5+ day ago   (1205+ words) Camping gear doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here's what you need to know. There’s no better way to spend a weekend than packing up the car, heading out into nature, and camping in the woods for a few days....

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (1023+ words) Sway bars are an approachable DIY project that can have a big impact on performance. Here's everything you need to know about anti-sway bars. Driving over twisting highways, undulating backroads, and off-road terrain can tire out a driver and passengers…...

1+ mon, 4+ week ago   (670+ words) Hikers on the PCT and AT often get sick with this norovirus, and it can be a dangerous situation. Here's what you need to know and what you can do to prevent it. When most of us imagine things that…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (1866+ words) Looking to step into the world of ultralight? We've got you covered with this handy list of helpful tips and gear recommendations. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. For backpackers, going ultralight is easier (and less expensive) than…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (891+ words) This potentially deadly infection is also a risk to anyone who sleeps or recreates outside. After an outbreak of hantavirus killed three people on a cruise ship in recent weeks, Google searches for the disease have increased by more than…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (1392+ words) A sleeping bag liner might feel like overkill after buying a sleeping bag, but once you’ve used one, it’s hard to go without. One of the most useful and often overlooked pieces of camping kit is the humble sleeping bag…...