Outdoor

Visit World’s Tallest Tree, Get a $5K Fine and 6 Months in Jail

Starting this month, Redwood visitors seeking to see the tallest tree in the world will risk serious penalties.

Written by Sam Anderson August 03, 2022

In Wake of Murder, Group Seeks Aid for Family of Slain Wildlife Ranger

Several people murdered one of South Africa’s best rhinoceros protectors in his own home in July. Now, a conservation group starts a memorial fund.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 02, 2022

200 Skydivers, 10 Planes, One World Record: Second ‘Vertical Jump’ Takes Stab at History

What do you get when you send hundreds of skydivers to abnormally high altitude in a squadron of planes and tell them to jump at…

Written by Sam Anderson August 02, 2022

Angler Breaks 75-Year-Old CO Brook Trout Record

If you’ve ever seen a brookie like this, you saw one that belonged in the record books. A Colorado man pulled the lunker from Monarch…

Written by Sam Anderson August 02, 2022

Wildfires Force Pacific Crest Trail Closure in California

The McKinney fire in Klamath National Forest has burned 55,493 acres, caused mass evacuations in Siskiyou County, and closed about 100 miles of the PCT.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 01, 2022

Wildly Popular Solo Stove Fire Pit Gets Upgraded: Bonfire 2.0 Review

Solo Stove is helping lead the way in the popularity of smokeless fire pits. Today, its bestselling fire pit gets its first big upgrade.

Written by Jake Ferguson August 01, 2022

Learn This Life-Saving Firestarting Trick From a Survival Expert

If you’ve ever found yourself scratching away at a match-sized firestarter rod and cursing its apparent futility, this video’s for you.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 29, 2022

Gear Bargains: Save on Mountain Hardwear, ALPS Mountaineering, Stoic, and More

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out the bargains below and save on gear for your next adventure.

Written by Harley Schafer July 29, 2022

PacBak Cooler Transforms Into Fish-Cleaning Table, Vacuum-Sealing Station

If your least favorite part of fishing involves cleaning up when you get home, then this new cooler from PacBak is worth a look.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 29, 2022

Vista Outdoor Buys Simms Fishing Products, Adds to Fast-Growing Stable

The new asset, purchased for $192.5 million, bolsters its rapidly expanding portfolio and arrives ahead of a major restructure for Simms.

Written by Sam Anderson July 28, 2022

Watch: Repurposed Train Rails Provide Bike Access to the Olympic Peninsula

From cyclists to public officials to tribal leaders: Washington State residents show support for the expanded Olympic Discovery Trail.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 28, 2022

Gear Deals From Rumpl, MSR, Toad&Co, and More

Find great deals on outdoor gear. This week, save on tents, apparel, drinkware, and more.

Written by Harley Schafer July 27, 2022

The Best Fishing Rods and Reels of ICAST 2022

The ICAST 2022 Award Winners were announced last week, and the lineup does not disappoint. Here’s a look at the rods and reels that stole…

Written by Rachelle Schrute July 27, 2022

Iconic Ski Shop Enters ‘Affordable’ Summer Gear Rentals

Christy Sports isn’t just about skis anymore. It has a full-fledged summer gear rental program.

Written by Mary Murphy July 27, 2022

20% Off: Treat Your Feet to Bombas Socks and More This Summer

Bombas makes breathable apparel for most everything you’re up to this summer, including socks for running, cycling, and hiking.

Man Sues Bass Pro Shops for $5 Million Over Socks

A Missouri man claims Bass Pro Shops owes him substantial damages, disputing a lifetime warranty the retailer offered on socks.

Written by Sam Anderson July 26, 2022

How to Make Backpacking Suck Less? It Might Be Easier Than You ‘Think’

This brief explainer from MyLifeOutdoors provides tips and tricks for sharpening your backpacking head game.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 25, 2022

Gear Bargains: Save on prAna, SAXX, Columbia, and More

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains and save on gear for your next adventure.

Written by Harley Schafer July 22, 2022

Red Rock Canyon Conflict: Access Fund Stands Up to BLM

The BLM’s latest proposal for managing Red Rock Canyon: charge visitors more money and tighten restrictions on access.

Written by Sam Anderson July 22, 2022

GoPro Misadventures: Cutest Backpacking BFFs Ever

Watch three lifelong friends escape to the High Sierra to climb, hike, whine, dance, and vibe in this adorable extended GoPro reel.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 22, 2022

Watch Explorers Fight for Survival in the World’s Deepest Cave

If you loved Jimmy Chin’s ‘The Rescue,’ then this video about the world’s deepest cave will have you glued to the screen once again.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 21, 2022

Falling With Style: Watch Bears Hunt & Play on a Waterfall

Waterslides, wild trout runs, and a very fluffy sleuth of bears — it’s the kind of pure, nature-made content that we all could use more…

Written by Jilli Cluff July 20, 2022

Archery Bullseyes, Full Freezers: Victory VAP TKO Arrow Review

Victory Archery is the undisputed carbon arrow experts. Its VAP TKO Arrow line is as good as it gets for micro-diameter carbon arrows.

Written by Josh Kirchner July 20, 2022

Gear Deals From ALPS Mountaineering, RTIC Coolers, Outerknown, and More

Find great deals on outdoor gear. This week, save on camping pads, apparel, coolers, and more.

Written by Harley Schafer July 20, 2022

23-Year-Old Shatters Records as Bassmaster Elite’s Youngest Champion

On July 17, Jay Przekurat became the youngest Bassmaster Elite event winner at 23, with the heaviest total of smallmouth bass ever weighed in a…

Written by Sam Anderson July 20, 2022

‘Wild Bears’ Eat Biathlete and 2 Passengers After Helicopter Crash

Russian authorities confirmed the deaths of world junior biathlon champion Igor Malinovsky, who was also a helicopter pilot, and a wealthy couple aboard the aircraft.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 20, 2022

First Lite Launches Typha: A Full Kit for Waterfowl Hunters

Typha, First Lite’s new all-encompassing waterfowl line, hits shelves this week accompanied by a dedicated video series.

Written by Rachelle Schrute July 20, 2022

Take Back Your Garage: ‘The Lift’ Adds Dimension to Gear Storage & Organization

The Lift, Top Shelf’s wall-mounted storage rack, allows you to store your hitch or roof rack-mounted attachments easily and safely while also utilizing them as…

Written by GJ Staff July 19, 2022