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Mining and the BWCAW: New Film Aims for In-Depth Look

Two outdoor filmmakers want to tell the controversial story of mines near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. And they’re now looking to fund the…

Written by Morgan Mason August 06, 2018

Park Closed: Wildfire Forces ‘Indefinite Closure’ of Yosemite Valley

With more than 91,000 acres already scorched, the Ferguson Fire continues its destructive march through one of America’s most iconic national parks.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 06, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From GearJunkie’s new hunting and fishing website to a family of eight hiking the Appalachian Trail, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during…

Written by Staff Post August 04, 2018

Everything You Never Needed: Brookstone Calls It Quits

The store you hate to love is closing all of its brick-and-mortar stores. But Brookstone had more than scalp massagers and zero-gravity pen holders. Here…

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 04, 2018

Rangers Nab Yellowstone’s Alleged Bison Harasser

After the world watched Raymond Reinke (allegedly) harass a Bison in Yellowstone, rangers hauled him in and cited him for some other uncivil behavior.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 03, 2018

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Staff Post August 02, 2018

GearJunkie Hunt & Fish: New Section ‘Bridges the Gap’

GearJunkie expands its reach in the outdoor realm with a new site focused on hunting and fishing.

Written by Morgan Mason August 02, 2018

Scandal on Everest: Fake Permits Issued to Climbers

Nepali officials have uncovered an apparent scam. The con artists faked government documents, sent unapproved climbers up Everest, and pocketed thousands in permit fees.

Written by Staff Post July 31, 2018

How He Did It: Jeff Browning Talks Wild Hardrock 100 Win

Following not one, but two competitor disqualifications *and* meandering almost an hour off course, 46-year-old Jeff Browning took home his first Hardrock victory.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 30, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From the best gear of 2019 to living off the grid, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of July 22-28, 2018.

Written by Staff Post July 29, 2018

Velo Cult Shuttering Doors, ‘Going Out With a Bang’

One of Portland’s most iconic bike shops and out-of-the-ordinary artistic venues will shut down on August 1, 2018.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 26, 2018

‘Confluence Accords’: 8 States Ally to Defend Outdoor Recreation

Eight state representatives gathered at Outdoor Retailer to sign the first Confluence Accords, an alliance aimed at defending the outdoor recreation industry.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 25, 2018

Did The North Face Develop the World’s Best Shoe Rubber?

The North Face launches new hiking boots and trail running shoes next year with what the brand claims is the best rubber system yet.

Written by Nate Mitka July 22, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From 2019 gear at Outdoor Retailer to Chaco’s new footwear, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of July 15-21, 2018.

Written by Staff Post July 22, 2018

1 Day, 2 FKTs: Runners Make History on Brutal ‘Nolan’s 14’

Run 80 miles over 14 peaks more than 14,000-feet tall each. That’s Nolan’s 14. And on the same day, Coloradans Alex Nichols and Joe Grant…

Written by Julie Kailus July 17, 2018

Hilaree Nelson Replaces Conrad Anker as TNF Team Captain

Known for impressive ski mountaineering in the Himalayas, Hilaree Nelson will take the role from Conrad Anker, who held the position for 26 years.

Written by Nate Mitka July 17, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From a chainless bike to a V8 Jeep, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of July 8-14, 2018.

Written by Staff Post July 14, 2018

Man Charged With 141 Arson Counts for CO Wildfire

He ignored a fire ban, and now he faces 141 felony counts. Police charged the man, living illegally in the U.S., for starting the second-largest…

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 13, 2018

Combat Ready? New Army Test Aims to Better Assess Fitness

The Army is officially doing away with the classic Army Physical Fitness Test. Most of us know it as the pushup test, but that’s changing.

Written by Julie Kailus July 13, 2018

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Staff Post July 12, 2018

Camalot 2019: BD Updates a Classic With ‘Trigger Keeper’ Tech

The classic Black Diamond Camalot sees major upgrades for 2019 with a significant weight reduction and new lobe-retraction technology.

Written by Nate Mitka July 11, 2018

Reservations May Soon Be Required at Arches National Park

According to the still-proposed plan, only vehicles with an entry reservation will be allowed to enter the park between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. from…

Written by Kyle Nossaman July 10, 2018

Vista Outdoor Launches ‘Transformation’: Sells Bollé, Eyewear Brands

Vista Outdoors maintains it’s not jettisoning brands in response to massive retail boycotts earlier this year. It reached an agreement to sell its sunglasses brands…

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 10, 2018

Officials Post Bounty on Colorado Goat Poachers

Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials are offering $1,000 for information on the slaying of two billy goats on a trail up a popular 14er.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 09, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From Specialized’s fastest bike to the ‘Top Gun’ of drone pilots, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of July 1-7, 2018.

Written by Staff Post July 07, 2018

Famous YouTubers Die in Waterfall Accident

Three well-known members of the YouTube channel ‘High On Life’ died Tuesday while hiking at Shannon Falls in Squamish, British Columbia.

Written by Nate Mitka July 06, 2018

Senator Wants to Eliminate Federal Public Lands

Senator Mike Lee, R-Utah, said states should be able to sell public land in what he calls a ‘new Homestead Act.’

Written by Nate Mitka July 06, 2018

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Staff Post July 05, 2018