Outdoor

Top Knives and Tools From SHOT Show 2018

The annual SHOT Show in Las Vegas is chock full of knives and tools. Our contributors scoured the floor to find some of the coolest…

Written by GJ Staff February 05, 2018

Europe’s Largest Outdoors Trade Show Awards 5 Best Products

These five products beat out thousands of companies showcasing the very latest in product innovation to win the ISPO Product of the Year award.

Written by Sophie Nicholson February 02, 2018

Gore-Tex Pro Waders: SITKA Goes Chest Deep

A first of its kind product, SITKA Gear announced the Delta Wader, a repairable waterfowl hunting wader constructed with Gore-Tex Pro waterproof-breathable laminate.

Written by Morgan Mason January 31, 2018

Black-and-White Storm Time-Lapse Is Breathtaking

This stunning 8K time-lapse, filmed entirely in black and white, captures lightning storms, dense cloud movement, and awe-inspiring nature.

Written by GJ Staff January 30, 2018

Soft Carry: Otterbox Launches Backpack Coolers

Backpack straps, shoulder slings, soft sides, and modular add-ons help expand Otterbox’s reach into the cooler market.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 25, 2018

Watch: Bikepacking to Fly Fish in ‘Tour de Tahoe’

“All we wanted to do was catch fish and ride our bikes.” Amen to that!

Written by GJ Staff January 17, 2018

Outdoor Hazards: Dislocated Shoulder in the Backcountry

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body – and the most likely to dislocate. What would you do if you dislocated a…

Written by Steve Graepel January 17, 2018

Seeing Dots: Costa Sunrise Silver Mirror Lens Review

Costa built the Sunrise Silver Mirror lens to see fish through water in any light. We put them to the test against Louisiana redfish.

Written by GJ Staff January 16, 2018

No More Guesswork: Garmin Xero Range-Finding Bow Sight

Garmin’s Xero virtual pin sights remove almost all the guesswork from range-finding of a target. But it also raises some (potentially legal) questions: How much…

Written by Morgan Mason January 15, 2018

Unshakable Rangefinding: Meet the Nikon Monarch 3000 Stabilized

The Monarch 3000 adds image stabilization technology found in camera lenses and binoculars to range finders. The resulting product will likely raise the bar in…

Written by GJ Staff January 12, 2018

1 Second Per Day: The Continental Divide Trail in 4 Minutes

A group of hikers recorded one second per day on the 3,100-mile Continental Divide Trail from Mexico to Canada. The resulting video captures the splendor…

Written by GJ Staff January 12, 2018

Timelapse: Log Cabin Built By Hand

Watch a man build a primitive rustic log cabin alone in the woods – in five minutes. It’s as serene, and inspiring, as it sounds!

Written by GJ Staff January 11, 2018

Copper-Nickel Mine Threatens Lake Superior, Opponents Say

The proposed Polymet mine would create jobs—and sulfuric acid—near the Lake Superior watershed. The mine could serve as a model for another mining project near…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 05, 2018

No Bird Included: This Falconry Set Costs $120K

Stop killing rodents the old-fashioned way. This year, do it in style—with a blinged-out falcon.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 05, 2018

Reality TV: Steve-O, Chuck Liddell, & Motley Celebs Climb 20,000-Foot Peak

The latest ‘celebrities in the wild’ TV-show appears to be anything but expected. “Ultimate Expedition” premieres January 17 on Youtube Red.

Written by GJ Staff January 03, 2018

Montana Warns Wyoming Elk Feeding Could Spread ‘Catastrophic Disease’

After the first case of Chronic Wasting Disease was reported in November, Montana wants to proactively avoid “a catastrophic disease event.”

Written by GJ Staff January 02, 2018

Free ‘First Day Hikes’ Kick Off 2018 in All 50 States

The First Day Hikes program aims to get people outside, exercising and connecting with nature—on day one of the New Year.

Written by Nate Mitka December 28, 2017

Will It Be a White Christmas? Interactive Map Shows Odds

Hoping for a snow-covered holiday? Check this map to see what history says about your city’s odds.

Written by Nate Mitka December 21, 2017

Trailer: Drug Runner Turned Angler’s Quest for Epic Fishing

Cold Collaborative’s newest trailer, Beyond the Horizon, shines a light on the story of a Guanaja fishing guide, and former drug runner, Rankin Jackson.

Written by GJ Staff December 20, 2017

British Columbia Bans All Grizzly Bear Hunting

The Canadian province of British Columbia announced an outright ban on grizzly bear hunting on Monday, one month after banning trophy hunting.

Written by Sean McCoy December 19, 2017

Stocking Stuffers (Gifts Under $40 From REI)

Our team of gear experts scoured REI for our favorite gear picks and gift ideas. Best of all, they don’t cost a fortune, with each…

Written by GJ Staff December 14, 2017

Better Fly Fishing: How to Perfect Your Forward Cast

Cast better with some simple instruction! This video from RIO teaches fly fishers how to properly perform a forward cast and points out common problems along…

Written by GJ Staff December 14, 2017

For the Hunter: A Holiday Gift Guide

No matter the type of hunting, you’re sure to find a suiting gift in this list that will enhance the outdoor hunting experience.

Written by GJ Staff December 13, 2017

If There Were Only Trees: Maps Show World’s Forests

Robert Szucs analyzed satellite data to create stunning images of the world’s forests from above. Now you can hang these maps on your wall.

Written by Nate Mitka December 11, 2017

‘Guerrilla Visitor Center’ Aims To Protect Bears Ears

A nearly $1 million project is underway to promote and protect Bears Ears National Monument. And it isn’t waiting for the federal government.

Written by Nate Mitka November 28, 2017

Watch: Palm Leaf Hut Built Completely From Scratch

Using nothing but sharp rocks and wilderness creativity, the host of Primitive Technology builds a formidable hut that fends off rain and provides a place…

Written by GJ Staff November 27, 2017

Mountain Biking To Pristine Northern Minnesota Fly Fishing

Two fly fisherman venture deep into the forest with the help of bikes and panniers to spend days in the backcountry fly fishing and camping.

Written by GJ Staff November 21, 2017

Watch: Rocky Mountain National Park in Stunning 8K

‘Rocky Mountain 8K’ compiles several years of high-resolution time-lapse footage during all four seasons at the iconic Rocky Mountain National Park. The video is breathtaking.

Written by GJ Staff November 21, 2017