Outdoor

Thru-Hike Health: Backpacking Tips To Go The Distance

Walking thousands of miles with a loaded backpack informs new ways to stay healthy on the long trails in backpacking, some of which apply to…

Written by Paul 'Spice' Twedt May 31, 2016

Would You Wear A ‘Bear Spray Backpack?’

The UDAP Back Attack Pack fires bear spray behind you with the pull of a ripcord.

Written by Sean McCoy May 30, 2016

Single Source, Artisanal Bottled Air

Smell the outdoors from your office! Fresh bottled air from Wyoming will let you breathe easy, with the motto ‘we’re full of it’.

Written by Staff Post May 30, 2016

Years In Making, 67-Mile Hiking Trail In L.A. Near Complete

Beyond the smog and beach crowds, L.A. has one of the nation’s best wilderness trails, and this June it opens in full.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 28, 2016

Greedy Rodent! Chipmunk Busted Loading Cheeks

Wow, so that’s how they do it.

Written by Staff Post May 27, 2016

Note To Politicians: Don’t Mess With Montana Fishing Access

In Montana, it’s the season when political passions and rivers both run at full throttle. Political newcomer Greg Gianforte, running to unseat Democratic Gov. Steve…

Written by Ben Long/High Country News May 26, 2016

OMG! Lions Are Licking The Tent

The cameraman, and people inside, keep quiet while powerful predators lick their meager shelter.

Written by Staff Post May 24, 2016

‘Pacific Crest Trail’ Crew Update: 100 Miles, 150lbs of Trash

With their first post from the trail, the ‘Packing It Out’ crew gives an update on their mission to thru-hike the 2,600-mile Pacific Crest Trail…

Written by Seth 'Cap' Orme May 23, 2016

Better With Age: ‘Greybeard’ Eyes Appalachian Trail Record

At 80, Dale Sanders set the record for oldest person to paddle the length of the Mississippi. Now, he’s got sights set on another record:…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 23, 2016

Gransfors Bruk Wildlife Hatchet: Worth The Hefty Price

Best axe on the market? To use a Gränsfors Bruk Small Forestry Axe or Wildlife Hatchet is to know the joy of efficient manual labor.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene May 20, 2016

New Yorkers Can’t Handle Their Mosquitoes

The top 50 American cities, ranked according to how much they tweet about mosquitoes. See where your town ranks.

Written by Sean McCoy May 19, 2016

Siri, Catch A Fish: Old iPhone Works As Fishing Lure

Look out Angry Birds – iPhone fishing could be the next big craze.

Written by Staff Post May 18, 2016

Interview: Gene Epsy Recalls 1951 AT Thru-Hike

In 1951, Gene Espy became just the second person to hike the entire length of the Appalachian Trail. Oh, how times have changed.

Written by Sponsored Post May 17, 2016

Restoration Of Fireman’s Axe Is So Pleasant To Watch

Watch as a craftsman restores an old fireman’s axe head to gleaming beauty.

Written by Staff Post May 12, 2016

Two Months In The Desert: ‘Ace And The Desert Dog’

Sixty years old, Ace Kvale set out on a 60-day wilderness trek with his dog.

Written by Eric Hanson May 10, 2016

Huge PCT Cleanup Begins: Goal To Remove 1,000 Pounds Of Trash

A group of four young thru-hikers heads north today from the southern terminus of the Pacific Crest Trail on a mission to clean 1,000 pounds…

Written by Kyle Nossaman May 06, 2016

Xpedition Archery: Aerospace Meets The Treestand

We visit the aerospace manufacturing facility where fighter jet parts are made next to high-end archery equipment.

Written by T.C. Worley May 04, 2016

GearJunkie/Huckberry ‘Spring Stoke’ Shop

From sleeping bags to solar panels, hiking socks, and National Park coffee mugs, we’ve put together a gear shop with everything you’ll need for spring…

Written by Staff Post April 27, 2016

Bear Spray 101: Tips, Best Practices in the Field

Bear spray can save your life. Know how to buy it and, more importantly, how to use it.

Written by Sponsored Post April 25, 2016

Summer Dreams: Are You Ready For Summer?

A day in this video looks like a very nice dream indeed.

Written by Staff Post April 21, 2016

Chernobyl ‘Exclusion Zone’ Is Thriving With Wildlife

Since human evacuation following the Chernobyl nuclear reactor disaster, wildlife in the area is thriving.

Written by Staff Post April 20, 2016

Man Sticks Hands In Fire Ant Colony

The results? It’s pretty much what you’d expect.

Written by Staff Post April 19, 2016

Smile! Eagle Cam Is Back and Fluffier Than Ever

You asked for it, so the Minnesota DNR is doing it. Eagle Cam 4.0 is here!

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 12, 2016

On The Brink: Working To Save Endangered Caribou

The last caribou that inhabit the lower 48 states now number fewer than 20. A fundraiser is trying to help stabilize their population.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 12, 2016

Art Fairs, Fishing, And Freedom

A young artist sets out to live in the back of his truck, painting scenes inspired by fishing the American West.

Written by Staff Post April 12, 2016

Close-Up: KEEN Versatrail ‘Light Hiker’ Refined

The KEEN Versatrail appeals to casual outdoors types and hardcore hikers alike, we caught up with shoe designer Miroslav Milanov to get his take on…

Written by Sponsored Post April 08, 2016

Ultralight Hiking: Katabatic Gear Helios Backpack

Tough-as-nails Cuben Fiber and a streamlined design make the Helios from Katabatic Gear an efficient backpack for hauling gear that weighs just over two pounds.

Written by Eric Lemke April 06, 2016