Outdoor

B Corp Gone Bad? One Company’s Futile Fight Against a Beneficent Giant

By now, you’ve seen the circled ‘B’ emblem on labels in virtually every section of every major retailer. Does it mean anything anymore?

Written by Sam Anderson June 07, 2023

Speedland Creates Blood-Splattered Trail Running Shoes for Pro Hunter Cam Hanes

You already know about pre-shredded blue jeans. What about a pair of pre-bloodied running shoes? The new design is sure to raise eyebrows.

Written by Andrew McLemore June 07, 2023

Browning Envy Hunting Blind Review: Standing Tall in the Woods

The Browning Envy allows space and concealment for hunters to stand and shoot when looking to fill their next tag.

Written by Zach Burton June 07, 2023

Our Favorite Father’s Day Gifts for Dad

This Father’s Day, give Pops something that can help get him to the moments and places he loves most.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss June 06, 2023

Best Hunting Gifts for Father’s Day

Finding the perfect hunting gift for Dad can be tough. Let us help you narrow your search. Here are our hunting gift picks for Father’s…

Written by Rachelle Schrute June 06, 2023

From Alden to Zace: Gear ‘Yellow Pages’ Lists Over 750 Made-in-USA Brands

The ‘Crafted With Pride’ reference book offers an old-school index with insights on nearly 1,000 American gear brands.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 06, 2023

Help Prevent Your Dog From Overheating This Spring

Eukanuba is drawing attention to the dangers of exertional heat-related illness in dogs. Your pet needs time to acclimate to higher temperatures.

Put a Smile on Dad’s Face With Polaris

Get Dad some outdoor gear he’ll put to good use. From camp chairs to side-by-sides, here are some of our favorite gift ideas from Polaris.

Check Out the 9 New National Recreation Trails Announced for ‘Great Outdoors Month’

The Secretary of the Interior announced on June 2 that the National Park Service was expanding the National Trails System by 340 miles.

Written by Will Brendza June 05, 2023

Gifts for Dads Who Fish

Father’s Day is coming up on June 18. Don’t let it sneak up on you! We’ve got a pile of Father’s Day gifts for dads…

Written by Rachelle Schrute June 05, 2023

Free Gear Friday: Win a Backpacking Pack and Tent From Mountain Equipment Company

This week, two lucky winners will receive a Spark 2.0 lightweight tent and a Zephyr 65L pack from Mountain Equipment Company.

Comfortable, Durable, and Not What You’d Expect: Wondery’s Isabel 2.0 Pant Review

Typically, I’d scoff at anything 97% cotton for outdoor use. But surprisingly, not these pants. Hear me out.

Written by Mattie Schuler June 02, 2023

Deuter Aircontact Core Backpack Review: My Original Survived 10 Years — Will the Updated Pack Last as Long?

I’ve been using the Deuter Aircontact Lite for 10 years. After the brand updated the pack and changed its name, I wanted to see how…

Written by Aubrey Byron May 31, 2023

Sitka’s Ecosystems Grant Program: Investing in Conservation

Sitka’s not just interested in big game populations. The scope is bigger than that. The brand says it can see the forest for the trees.

Written by Sam Anderson May 31, 2023

Shower in the Wild: Geyser System vs. NEMO Helio LX Head-to-Head Review

We compared two of some of the most popular shower system options on market: the Geyser and Heater Shower, and the NEMO Helio LX.

Written by Claire Barber May 31, 2023

Miracle Blister Prevention: Why Leukotape Is the Surprise Solution

Leukotape is breathable, tearable, works when wet, and it is particularly well suited for preventing friction blisters.

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 31, 2023

Supreme Court Weakens Clean Water Act, Stripping Wetland Protections

A landmark order by the Supreme Court changes the definition of ‘water’ for America’s strongest bulwark against water pollution: the Clean Water Act.

Written by Sam Anderson May 30, 2023

‘World’s Most Portable Boat’ Boasts 12V Electric Motor, Fits in a Trunk

‘The barriers to becoming a boat person are gone,’ the maker of this lily pad-shaped, aquatic electric scooter says.

Written by Sam Anderson May 30, 2023

Hiker Dies in Grand Canyon Trekking From Rim to Colorado River and Back in a Day

A 36-year-old woman died on the popular Bright Angel Trail, the park announced recently. It’s the second confirmed death on the trail this year.

Written by Sam Anderson May 26, 2023

‘Forget the Sales. Remember the Fallen.’ Sitka Closes Doors for Memorial Day

The Montana-based brand honors fallen veterans by shuttering both its Bozeman brick-and-mortar store and its website for the coming holiday.

Written by Sam Anderson May 25, 2023

Cam Hanes Faces Harsh Realities of Bowhunting in ‘Once We Were Wolves’

Bowhunting is an art, not a science. ‘Once We Were Wolves’ dives into what happens when it doesn’t go to plan and everything suddenly changes.

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 24, 2023

Heavy-Duty, High-Output Hiking: KÜHL Radikl Outsider Pant Review

KÜHL is renowned for its pants for daily use, travel, work, and hiking. The Radikl Outsider did a lot to impress, but comes with one…

Written by David Young May 24, 2023

Hang or Hold, This Gravity Filter Makes Handling Easy: HydraPak Seeker 6L Gravity Filter Review

I wasn’t a fan of gravity filters until I used the HydraPak Seeker 6L. For campsites, huts, and backpacking, it provides clean water without much…

Written by Will Brendza May 24, 2023

First Look: The Ridge Pant From Alpen Outdoors

Alpen Outdoors introduces the Ridge Pant, an all-around workhorse of an outdoor adventure pant for women.

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 23, 2023

Our Holidays Should Mean Something Beyond Another Super Sale

I work on buyer’s guides and product roundups that help folks buy useful gear. But not every holiday is the right time to invite people…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss May 23, 2023

Topo Designs and Tenkara Rod Co. Bring Serious Style to the Water

Minimalist fly fishing meets maximum style with this new collaboration from Topo Designs and Tenkara Rod Co. This is how to look cool on the…

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 23, 2023

Waterproof Running Pants I Tried to Hate: Arc’teryx Norvan Shell Pants Review

The breathable GORE-TEX Norvan Shell Pants from Arc’teryx are purpose-built for trail running in nasty conditions — and they won’t turn you into a swamp monster.

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 22, 2023

Traeger Ironwood Review: Next-Gen Pellet Grill Rings In Summer Sizzle

Traeger’s all-new Ironwood pellet grill looks to elevate your backyard grilling without the pinnacle price tag.

Written by Nick LeFort May 22, 2023

Find Open Campsites at Busy Campgrounds: ‘CampScanner’ Scours All Reservations in Seconds

Meet the app that scans over 12,500 campgrounds looking for recent cancellations so you can book last-minute campsites whenever you need them: CampScanner.

Written by Will Brendza May 22, 2023

One of the First and Still One of the Best: Marsupial’s Enclosed Bino Pack

Both sleek and functional, the Enclosed Bino Pack from Marsupial is one of the first front-opening, magnetic chest rigs. Does it live up to the…

Written by Josh Kirchner May 19, 2023

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