Outdoor

Wild Game Processing Gear Review: Making Meat With MEAT!

It’s not often you get to butcher whole animals with a ton of different wild game processing gear on site. And MEAT! made it both…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri March 29, 2022

Free Gear Fridays: Kick Off Spring With a SUP & Kayak Package From Bote

This week, one lucky winner will receive a Rackham Aero 12′4″ Bug Slinger Silver King Package from Bote to enjoy countless days on the water…

Remi Warren Celebrates ‘Live Wild’ Hunting Podcast With Gear Giveaway

Remi Warren released a new podcast. And he’s celebrating by giving you really cool stuff from MTNTOUGH, Stone Glacier, and Gerber Gear.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri March 23, 2022

EagleCam Returns: MN DNR Offers Some Happy Diversion

Check out the Minnesota DNR Nongame Wildlife Program’s EagleCam, a live stream that shows how wild eagles nest, hatch, and raise a clutch.

Written by Jilli Cluff March 23, 2022

Gear Up for Hiking and Camping With Stoic

It’s spring, which means you’ll soon be walking through nature in bloom. Let Stoic guide you through some of the essential gear to make the…

New Yosemite Reservation Requirements for 2022: All You Need to Know

If you want to get into Yosemite National Park this summer, you’ll want to plan ahead. A new Yosemite reservation plan seeks to address growing…

Written by Sam Anderson March 21, 2022

Spring Savings: Score Up to 40% Off During Gerber Sale

In the market for fresh tools to make your life in the backcountry easier? Look no further than this sale on Gerber Gear.

Written by Harley Schafer March 18, 2022

REI Member Moment Sale: Save 20% on Spring Gear Essentials

REI Co-op members can enjoy 20% off one full-price item and an extra 20% off one REI Outlet item. The coupon event runs form March 18…

Written by GJ Staff March 18, 2022

Learn How to Fly Fish With the Far Bank Online Fishing School

Fly fishing can be intimidating for a beginner. Far Bank has released a video series that gives anyone an approachable way to learn the basics.

Written by Rachelle Schrute March 17, 2022

‘I Am XTRATUF’: McKenna Peterson Is a Master of the Sea and Snow

Water comes in many forms, and McKenna Peterson has built her life around it. She conquers sea and snow as the captain of a salmon…

Do Any Outdoor Activity, Win Tons of Free Gear: Enter the #RunHikeBike Challenge Now

Enter the #RunHikeBike challenge for a chance to win a big haul of outdoor gear. The social media project attempts to spur motivation and create…

Written by Sam Anderson March 17, 2022

Obama to Narrate Upcoming Netflix Nature Series

None other than former President Barack Obama takes the reins in Netflix’s new globetrotting nature series, “Our Great National Parks.”

Written by Sam Anderson March 17, 2022

Osprey UNLTD Backpacks Debut a 3D-Printed Lumbar, New Fabrics

The Osprey UNLTD backpacks are a sign of the brand’s future. The Osprey UNLTD line uses several innovative designs that mark a high water mark…

Become an Athlete for The North Face: Brand Offers 2-Year Contracts for ‘Burgeoning’ Talent

The North Face is changing up the way it approaches athlete sponsorships, revamping its athlete program and adding a deeper level of mentorship between athletes…

Written by Mary Murphy March 15, 2022

REI Launches ‘Navigate’ to Fund Small Business Owners of Color: Apply Now!

Applications for REI’s Navigate program are now open to people of color that lead small but proven companies in the outdoor and adventure segments.

Written by Jilli Cluff March 14, 2022

Vote Today for Your Favorite Outdoor Startup in Moosejaw’s Accelerator Competition

The time to vote for an outdoor startup is now — virtual polls close March 14. Check out Moosejaw’s 2022 Outdoor Accelerator finalists here.

Written by Jilli Cluff March 14, 2022

6 Beginner Backpacking Trips in the US

Backpacking is a great way to unplug, connect with nature, and explore the beauty of our planet. And there are plenty of beginner backpacking trips…

Written by Rebecca Parsons March 14, 2022

How to Get Started Solo Backpack Hunting

Solo backpack hunting is not for the faint of heart. It’s for those who thirst for adventure and adversity.

Written by Josh Kirchner March 11, 2022

‘Swiss Army SUP’ Transforms Into Kayak: BOTE Launches Its Rackham Aero

BOTE’s redesigned Rackham Aero paddleboard does something we’ve never seen a SUP do — turn into a sit-down, pedal-driven kayak.

Written by Sam Anderson March 10, 2022

YETI Adds Magnetic Closure to Hopper M20 Backpack: First Look

First came YETI coolers, then backpack coolers, then magnetic coolers, and, finally, YETI magnetic backpack coolers. Meet the Hopper M20 Backpack.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 10, 2022

After 17 Years, LifeStraw Upgrades Iconic Filter Straw With New ‘Peak Series’

After 17 years, the outdoor water filtration specialist has updated its original filter straw — and launched a new generation of Peak Series filtering devices…

Written by Jilli Cluff March 09, 2022

Mammut, AMGA Announce Second Annual Women’s Mountain Guide Scholarship

For the second year running, Mammut has partnered with the American Mountain Guides Association to support and increase representation of women in the outdoors —…

Written by Mary Murphy March 09, 2022

Hiking Tragedy Spurs Discount on Traction Devices for PCT Hikers

The Trevor Spikes Program and gear supplier Nomad Ventures offer PCT hikers a 20% discount on Kahtoola MICROspikes to increase hiker safety.

Written by Jilli Cluff March 08, 2022

Snow Goose Hunting 101: How to Get Started

Spring snow goose hunting might seem intimidating. But it’s not as difficult to get started as you might think.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri March 08, 2022

Sitka ‘Equinox Turkey Collection’ Armors Up With Tick, Insect Protection

The new Turkey Equinox line offers a vest and clothing that compliment the specific needs of the run-and-gun turkey hunter, especially in the presence of…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri March 08, 2022

GearJunkie’s Favorite Ways to Celebrate International Women’s Day

No matter how you like to get outside, we’ve got ideas for how you can celebrate International Women’s Day, women in sport, and women in…

Written by Mary Murphy March 08, 2022

Time & Tide: Fishing-Specific ‘Pro Trek’ Watch Ups Your Angling Odds

Fishing is a balance of being in the right place at the right time — and a slice of luck. Here are some tips to…

(Almost) Perfect: ORCA Walker Tote Ultralight Soft Cooler Review

Ideal for that quick spur-of-the-moment day trip or tailgating party, the ORCA Walker Tote is an ultralight soft-sided cooler that is durable and able to…

Written by David Young March 07, 2022