Outdoor

How to Start a Fire: Build the Perfect Campfire With These Pro Tips

Sitting around a campfire and roasting marshmallows is about as good as it gets. But first, you have to get one started. We can help.

Written by Ilana Newman August 29, 2023

Bulky, Heavy, but Highly Efficient Wood Stove: BioLite EcoZoom Versa Rocket Review

For a wood stove, the BioLite EcoZoom Versa Rocket Stove is a very efficient means for camp cooking — but you won’t be taking it…

Written by Will Brendza August 28, 2023

REI Labor Day Sale: Top Camping Gear Deals

Save up to 40% on tents, sleeping bags, and other camping equipment during the co-op’s annual clearance sale.

Save Now, Hike Later: Big Deals on Hiking Gear During the REI Labor Day Sale

It’s still summer, but we’re looking ahead to leaf-peeping fall hikes. Even more exciting are these big deals on hiking gear.

Dream Vacation: Luxury Tour du Mont Blanc Explores Chamonix in Style

This 8-day ‘Dream Trip’ involves day hikes around the Alps and luxury stays and fine dining in Chamonix.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 25, 2023

Die-Hard Campers Will Love This ‘Coors Banquet’ A-Frame Tent: Here’s Why

The Coors Banquet Free Range A-frame Tent from Seager is a collaboration shelter that surprised me with its durability, waterproofing, functionality and “true grit” —…

Written by Nick LeFort August 25, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a First Lite Hunting Kit of Your Choice

This week, one lucky winner can win their choice of First Lite huting kits.

Gerber Is ‘More Than Ready’ to Prepare You for Camping Season

Gerber recently released its More Than Ready collection — knives, tools, and other equipment — aimed at campers.

KUIU Just Launched a ‘Skin-to-Shell’ Waterfowl System: What We Know

From sheep country to duck marshes, the KUIU Waterfowl System has entered the blind with high-end options for bird chasers.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 24, 2023

Woman Breaks a 20-Year-Old Supported FKT on the 567-Mile Colorado Trail

What started as a two-person, self-supported record attempt turned into an epic solo performance for Tara Dower. And a historical moment for Colorado Trail FKTs.

Written by Drew Dawson August 24, 2023

Hunting in Hot Weather: 5 Products That Will Help You Thrive

Whether you’re crawling through the sage stalking antelope, trekking above the treeline for mule deer, or navigating dense timber for elk, the early-season hunt presents…

Written by Josh Kirchner August 22, 2023

‘Radiant’ Headlamps & Lanterns Help Eyes Adjust, Campers Unwind With ‘Moonlight’ & ‘Flame-Like’ Modes

Nite Ize designed these headlamps and lanterns’ faint ‘moonlight’ mode to help eyes adapt. And their flickering amber mode adds ambience at camp.

The $375 Hatchet That Sold Out in 4 Minutes: MKC Hellgate Hatchet

It’s hard to fathom spending nearly $400 on a hatchet, but did Montana Knife Company win us over with its Hellgate Hatchet?

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 21, 2023

Our Favorite Flashlights Go Head-to-Head: Fenix PD36R PRO vs. PD35R

The Fenix PD35R and PD36R PRO are two top-tier flashlights for hikers, hunters, or everyday use. So, which one is for you?

Written by Sean McCoy August 21, 2023

A Portable Pizza Oven Anyone Can Use: Solo Stove Pi Prime Review

There are already plenty of pizza ovens on market — but none as affordable and easy to use as the Solo Stove Pi Prime.

Written by Mary Murphy August 18, 2023

Free Gear Friday: Win a Stone Glacier Chilkoot 15 Sleeping Bag for Backcountry Hunting

This week, four lucky winners will receive a Chilkoot 15 down sleeping bag from Stone Glacier. Enter now for your chance to win!

Brendan Leonard Climbs 7 Summits … Of His Neighborhood

Lacking the cash money for the actual Seven Summits, Leonard invents a fun alternative right in his own backyard.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 17, 2023

I Hiked the Entire Appalachian Trail Testing This Water Filter: LifeStraw Peak Gravity 3L and Peak Squeeze Water Filter Review

LifeStraw’s Peak Series was the first time the brand had redesigned its filters in 17 years. We took the Squeeze Bottle and Gravity Water Filter…

Written by Xiaoling Keller August 17, 2023

Carbon Offsets Don’t Work: The Problem With Paying Off Your Footprint

Carbon offsets have grown massively in popularity. But, increasing evidence shows they’re not worth your money.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 16, 2023

External-Frame Packs Aren’t Extinct: ALPS OutdoorZ Commander Lite Frame + Pack Review

The ALPS OutdoorZ Commander Lite + External Frame backpack convinced me that an external style of pack still has a functional place in the backcountry.

Written by Nick LeFort August 15, 2023

Buy Retro Gear, Help Zac Efron Save Grizzly Habitats

Kodiak has recruited Zac Efron and artist Brooke Bartleson for its latest Keep It Wild campaign, aimed at protecting and restoring North America’s grizzly bear…

Written by Will Brendza August 15, 2023

Float Like a Butterfly, Pack Like a Mule: Gregory Jade, Zulu Backpack Series Review

Gregory updated its fan-favorite Jade and Zulu backpack series, with some fresh new features that make it one of the most comfortable packs I’ve ever…

Written by Will Brendza August 14, 2023

‘The Backyard Bears’ Sheds Light on a Big Problem for Bears — Humans

Lake Tahoe is a vacation spot for tourists from around the world, and growing more so every day. But that’s a problem for the area’s…

Written by Andrew Marshall August 14, 2023

Survival Skills and Rad Gear: The 2023 Backcountry Skills Summit

Adventuring into Montana’s wilderness to explore, test gear, and learn survival skills was an epic opportunity too sweet to pass up.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 11, 2023

Pop-Up Cooler in a Pinch: Airskirts ‘Inflatable Cooler’ Review

A 57-quart cooler that’s small enough to store on a bookshelf — sounds amazing. So, we tested it every way we know to see if it’s…

Written by Will Brendza August 11, 2023

‘Minimalist’ Knife, Maximal Utility: SOG Altair FX Review

Don’t let its ‘minimal’ marketing fool you. The SOG Altair FX packs a wallop.

Written by Nick LeFort August 11, 2023

Versatile, Functional, but Minimalist to a Fault: CamelBak A.T.P. 20 Travel Pack Review

CamelBak is launching the most sustainable pack it’s ever created — dubbed the Adventure Travel Pack. Naturally, we had to test it.

Written by Mary Murphy August 10, 2023

Lone Star Bass: Chase Bucketmouths With Old Town in Texas

Follow the team from Old Town Watercraft as they head south to chase trophy bass and learn about conservation in the Lone Star State.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 10, 2023

Itacate Brings Authentic Latin Flavors to Freeze-Dried Backpacking Meals

Bringing culture-forward meals to backpacking has never been an easy backcountry option. But Itacate Foods is making Latin food accessible for any outdoor adventure.

Written by Matthew Medendorp August 09, 2023

Precision Steel for the Backcountry Hunt: Iron Will Outfitters K2 Knife Review

Ultralight and brilliantly engineered, the Iron Will Outfitters K2 Skinning Knife will have you hauling heavy packs off the mountain in no time.

Written by Joey Bennett August 08, 2023

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