Outdoor

Whitewater Park Tragedy: Teen Surfer Dies After Being Trapped Underwater

Friends pulled 17-year-old Ben Murphy from the water at the Bend Whitewater Water Park on Saturday; however, it was confirmed he passed away on Sunday.

Written by Heather Hendricks May 03, 2022

Watch a Lone Man Fish, Camp on Remote Rock Surrounded by Sea

Watch this guy get dropped off somewhere in the ocean for some camping and fishing — alone, on a rock, in the middle of nowhere.

Written by Heather Hendricks May 03, 2022

Abandoned Land to Homestead in 1 Year: Watch How It’s Done

Project Kamp aims to build an off-grid community from the ground up — in the most literal way possible.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 02, 2022

Going the Distance: Vortex Razor UHD 12×50 Binoculars

Vortex improves on its Razor HD line of binoculars with the updated Razor UHD line, taking its optics to another level.

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 02, 2022

Breaking: Hunters Found Not Guilty in WY Corner Crossing Case

The four hunters charged with criminal trespass for corner crossing in Wyoming were found not guilty.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 29, 2022

Over 50% Off Columbia Footwear, Backcountry Gear, and More Bargains

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 April 29, 2022

The Best New Fly Fishing Rods of 2022

Fly rods are constantly changing with each tech advancement or construction innovation. These are our picks for the best fly fishing rods for 2022.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 29, 2022

Patagonia Joins Lawsuit Against Forest Service to Stop Logging in Los Padres Nat’l Forest

Patagonia and a slew of other businesses and environmental groups say the U.S. Forest Service’s California logging project breaks multiple laws.

Written by Sam Anderson April 29, 2022

President Biden Signs Long-Awaited MAPLand Act Into Law

The MAPLand act will open up 16.4 million previously inaccessible acres of public land. President Biden signed it into law today.

Written by Sam Anderson April 29, 2022

Big-Box Chain Jumps Into the Used Outdoor Gear Game With ‘Out&Back’ Partnership

Used outdoor gear seller Out&Back and major retailer DICK’s Sporting Goods partner up to bring pre-owned gear to the masses.

Written by Mary Murphy April 27, 2022

The Hunting Boot You Want to Hike In: Schnee’s Kestrel Boot Review

The Schnee’s Kestrel boot offers the comfort of a lightweight hiking boot with all the ruggedness needed for mountain hunting.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 26, 2022

After 4 Years, LIVSN Finally Makes Women’s Pants — Sort Of

LIVSN’s goal is to make ‘durable, versatile, and long-lasting outdoor clothing.’ Up until now, it’s only been available in men’s sizes. Not anymore.

Written by Mary Murphy April 26, 2022

Patagonia Film ‘Newtok’ Focuses on Alaska’s Climate Change Refugees

The Yup’ik people of Newtok, Alaska, were few but mighty. This film by Patagonia details what forced them to leave their village behind.

Written by Jilli Cluff April 26, 2022

FHF Pro-M Bino Harness Review: The Makings of a Gear Icon

Compact and customizable, the Pro-M Bino Harness from FHF Gear has everything you need and nothing you don’t.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 26, 2022

Adrenaline Rush: How Fishing Saved This Competitive Kayak Angler

Annie Nagel’s life changed for good after a serious car accident on her 18th birthday. Learn how kayak fishing saved her.

Written by Sam Anderson April 25, 2022

Yellow YETI: Check Out the ‘Alpine’ Color Collection

The limited run of golden yellow YETI coolers, drinking vessels, and camp blankets is only available this spring and summer.

Written by Jilli Cluff April 22, 2022

KUIU Goes All-In on Women’s Hunting Apparel

With the ever-growing demographic of women in the field, the demand for performance hunting apparel for women has never been higher.

Written by GJ Staff April 21, 2022

Join Today: Hipcamp, REI Open 7th Annual #WeHikeToHeal Women’s Retreat

Hipcamp, REI, and Outdoor Journal Tour are partnering up again to host a month-long wellness program, celebration, and retreat for the month of May.

Written by Mary Murphy April 20, 2022

The Best Options for a Good Night’s Sleep While Overland Camping

Overland camping offers a lot of options to choose from when adventuring off the beaten path.

Written by Mercedes Lilienthal April 18, 2022

PA Game Commission Kills Popular Rock Climbing Areas

State officials say climbing has threatened endangered species at multiple key southwest Pennsylvania crags. Closures total over 30% of all climbing in the region.

Written by Sam Anderson April 15, 2022

Review: Benchmade 539GY Anonimus Is the Ideal Blade for Backwoods, Bushcraft

It seems as if Benchmade took all of its technology and years of fixed blade technology and packaged it into the new 539GY Anonimus bushcraft…

Written by David Young April 14, 2022

Wind Energy Company Cited for Killing More Than 150 Eagles

Likely more than 150 eagles were killed by a subsidiary of one of the largest U.S. providers of renewable energy.

Written by Hrisafie Hariklea Hadgis April 13, 2022

‘Wild Sustenance Program’: RMEF Unveils College-Level Hunting Course

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation introduces a college-level hunting course: the Wild Sustenance Program at the University of Montana.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 12, 2022

Thieves Steal Head, Antlers Off Famous Elk; Rangers Seek Info

Rocky Mountain National Park’s iconic ‘Bruno’ the elk apparently died naturally — but then, someone illegally beheaded the carcass.

Written by Sam Anderson April 12, 2022

After 2 Years, 5Point Adventure Film Festival Returns in Person With 4 World-Premiere Films

Finally returning in person after 2 years, 5Point Adventure Film Festival is swinging big with an impressive roster of world-premiere films.

Written by Mary Murphy April 12, 2022

LaCrosse Targets Turkey Season With Its Alpha Agility Snake Boot

Spring turkey hunts often mean traipsing through snake territory. That’s why LaCrosse Footwear chose a turkey season-specific camo for its latest snake boot.