Outdoor

The Best Fishing Hats of 2024

Stay protected from the elements with our favorite fishing hats for 2024. Top picks include Shelta, Columbia, Simms, and more.

Written by Ben Hickok August 26, 2024

‘Selfie Control’ Instagram Filter Will Show When You’re Too Close to Wildlife

People sometimes approach wildlife to take photos — this free photo filter tool helps gauge whether users are in the danger zone or safe to…

Written by Will Brendza August 22, 2024

Is Gear Getting More Expensive? We Ran the Numbers

Gear is getting more expensive, but when you adjust for inflation does it actually cost more than it used to? GearJunkie investigated and we’re shocked…

Written by Will Brendza August 22, 2024

The Best Flashlights of 2024

We tested the best flashlights for 2024 with options for every budget. Top picks include Fenix, ThruNite, and more!

Written by Sean McCoy August 22, 2024

Kilian Jornet’s ‘Alpine Connections’ Project Is One of the Most Eye-Opening Expeditions Ever

Kilian Jornet hopes to benefit medical science and climate advocacy with his latest, jaw-dropping objective.

Written by Craig Randall August 21, 2024

Woman on Spiritual Quest Found After 4 Days Lost in CO Wilderness

A woman who set out ‘to maximize her experience with nature’ and was lost for 4 days in Colorado’s backcountry, was recently found by search…

Written by Will Brendza August 20, 2024

No Good, Very Bad Day: Hunter Mauled AND Shot During Alaskan Brown Bear Attack

A hunter is recovering in Anchorage from both a brown bear attack and a gunshot wound.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 20, 2024

The Best Coolers of 2024

We tested the best hard coolers of 2024 with options for every budget. Top picks include RTIC, YETI, and more!

Written by Mary Murphy and Miya Tsudome August 20, 2024

59-Year-Old Establishes Women’s FKT on New Kilimanjaro ‘Sea to Summit’ Hike

When Lorrie Hess set her sights on hiking Mount Kilimanjaro via a new ‘Sea to Summit Route,’ she knew she had an opportunity to not…

Written by Will Brendza August 19, 2024

The Best Camping Pillows of 2024

A camping pillow is both a luxury and an easy, lightweight addition to your pack. Here are the best camping pillows currently on the market.

Written by Billy Brown and Kylie Mohr August 19, 2024

Rod, Reel, and MagnaCut Steel: MKC x Huk Flathead Fillet Knife Review

A little cerakote on your boat, a little magnacut in your tacklebox: The Flathead Fillet is likely the last fillet knife you’ll ever have to…

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 17, 2024

UPDATE: Convicted Poacher of ‘Hollywood Buck’ Sentenced to Jail Time

Virginia officials said they hoped the stiff penalties would deter other poachers.

Written by Rachelle Schrute and Andrew McLemore August 16, 2024

The Best Water Bottles of 2024

We tested and ranked our favorite water bottles for 2024, with options from YETI, Nalgene, and more.

Written by Will Porter August 16, 2024

New State Record on the Line: Montana Fisherman Catches Giant Chinook Salmon

Jim Fauth snagged the giant fish in Fort Peck Reservoir — the only Montana waterbody that contains Chinook salmon.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 15, 2024

Mountain Lion Attacks, Kills Dog While Walking With Owners in Los Angeles Suburb

The unfortunate wildlife encounter resulted in the death of a pit bull named Gigi. Her owners were unharmed.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 15, 2024

Black Bear Attacks 3-Year-Old Girl Inside Tent at Montana Campground

The girl’s condition remained unclear by Tuesday afternoon. Officials found and euthanized the bear shortly after the attack.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 13, 2024

Man Dies in Death Valley After 1-Mile Hike in 119-Degree Heat

Returning to his vehicle from a short hike in Death Valley, a California local died from overheating after a short hike in the National Park’s…

Written by Will Brendza August 13, 2024

The Best Rain Jackets of 2024

Whether you’re splashing about town or trekking through a monsoon, these are the best rain jackets of 2024.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Nick Belcaster August 13, 2024

It’s a Cooler. It’s an Air Conditioner. It’s IcyBreeze

Part cooler, part portable A/C unit, the IcyBreeze might not win any ice retention awards, but it certainly is a treat on smoking hot days.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 12, 2024

‘Historic’: Conservation Fund Makes Largest Outdoor Investment in Half-Century

The National Park Service will encourage states to pursue projects that include tribal leaders and cater to underserved communities.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 09, 2024

Shock Value ‘Hunters’ Fuel Anti-Hunting Fire: We Must Demand Higher-Caliber Ethics

Poaching, ethically defunct hunting, and shock value content has hit hunting media. The implications not only make the tradition look bad, but they also drive…

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 07, 2024

Trail of Terror: ‘Monarch’ Podcast Summons Creepy Horror-Hiking Genre

‘Monarch’ unleashes the dark corners of a thru-hiker’s imagination in a captivating, scary story backpackers won’t want to miss.

Written by Will Brendza August 05, 2024

The Best Trail Running Shoes of 2024

We tested and ranked the best trail running shoes for every style and budget. And for more help choosing, check out our buyer’s guide.

Written by Chris Carter, Steve Graepel and Matthew Medendorp August 05, 2024

1 Year Around the World With NEMO’s First Daypack: Vantage 20L Endless Promise Review

If a well-organized pack makes you smile, then the NEMO Vantage will make your whole day. This pack offers comfort, plenty of compartments, innovative fabrics,…

Written by Mary Murphy August 02, 2024

‘Save Sweetwater Lake’: Controversy Hangs Over Colorado’s Newest State Park

Controversy surrounds the prospective Sweetwater Lake State Park — the local community doesn’t want it and is dug in for a fight.

Written by Will Brendza July 31, 2024

‘Delinquent’ Pro Surfer Fights for Conservation: Protecting Where the Land Meets the Sea

Patagonia’s feature film ‘Totoganashi’ follows pro surfer Yusei Ikariyama as he endeavors to protect the ocean environment and ecosystems he loves — but he’ll need to…

Written by Will Brendza July 31, 2024

Electronic Hiking Pants: Arc’teryx Debuts $5,000 MO/GO Trousers

Outdoor apparel designer Arc’teryx and wearable robotics company Skip teamed up to make the world’s first electronically powered hiking pants to help those with mobility…

Written by Will Brendza July 30, 2024