Outdoor

Alex Elizabeth Sets Female FKT on Superior Hiking Trail

Alex Elizabeth is a motivated endurance athlete. And despite heavy obstacles last week, she set a new record on the Superior Hiking Trail.

Written by Mary Murphy October 29, 2019

‘Bro, Turn That $#%& Off!’ 21 Questions With Semi-Rad’s Brendan Leonard

Which president would Brendan Leonard most like to slap? And what has become his latest personal obsession (hint: it has nothing to do with the…

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 29, 2019

The Best Fly Fishing Gear Now: 2019 IFTD Awards

Simms came out as a dominant force in fly fishing at the International Fly Tackle Dealer trade show last week in Denver. The brand took…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 25, 2019

Sweet New Fly Fishing Gear: GearJunkie Picks From IFTD 2019

Three full days on the floor at fly fishing’s main trade show, IFTD, gave GearJunkie’s Hunt/Fish editor a solid take on what’s new in fly…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 24, 2019

Organize a DIY Hunting Camp for Women: Here’s How

By organizing a female-friendly deer camp, you can create your own space for observers, new hunters, and traditional hunters alike to come together and learn.

Written by Sponsored Post October 23, 2019

Engel Live Bait Coolers: Old-School Quality, New-School Tech

Ruggedly original, Engel was first on the scene in portable refrigeration. But the brand hasn’t stopped.

Written by Sponsored Post October 23, 2019

Watch: Intense and Beautiful Winter Camping in the North

If you’ve never been winter camping — and want to — this video is for you.

Written by Mary Murphy October 23, 2019

How to Field Dress and Pack Out an Elk

As much as deer and elk are similar, there are a few tips and tricks that go a long way when you end up with…

Written by Jace Bauserman October 22, 2019

6 Great Female-Focused Adventure Films

A growing number of female filmmakers, directors, producers, and subjects are broadening outdoor narratives on screen.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 18, 2019

Backpackers: This Is the Only Coffee Mug You Need

The GSI Outdoors Infinity Backpacking Mug is cheap, effective, and light. I’ve been abusing one for several years, and it just keeps on working as…

Written by Sean McCoy October 18, 2019

La Sportiva TX Guide Review: The Most Runnable Approach Shoe

The La Sportiva TX Guide is at home on both flat terrain and near-vertical crags. It’s a great choice for fast-and-light hikers on technical terrain.

Written by Cory Smith October 18, 2019

Exploring One of Colorado’s Lost National Monuments

High above the arid San Luis Valley, carved into the rock of the distant mountains and far away from any remnants of civilization, lies a…

Written by Stefan Myers October 16, 2019

Trip Report: Fly Fishing for Pink Salmon Along MN’s North Shore

Here are a few fly fishing tips for locating and catching pink salmon in the rivers off of Lake Superior’s North Shore in Minnesota.

Written by Jake Ferguson & Zach Burton October 16, 2019

Dividing Line: Is Social Media Polarizing American Hunters?

Hunters in the heartland and on the East Coast feel both inspired and left behind by a burgeoning Western influence in American hunting media. A…

Written by Joe Genzel October 16, 2019

Idea to Reality: Top Tips for Creating an Outdoor Gear Product

Have a great idea? Wonderful. Now take these steps to turn your invention into reality. This is how to take your product from a dream…

Written by Hilary Meyerson October 15, 2019

5 Sportswomen Changing the Face of Hunting

A mix of up-and-comers, behind-the-scenes advocates, and influential personas, these five women are changing what it means to be a hunter in the public eye.

Written by Sponsored Post October 15, 2019

How Decathlon Will Disrupt the US Outdoor Gear Industry (And Why We May Not Let It)

The world’s largest sporting goods retailer has remained largely unknown to U.S. consumers, but that will soon change. I toured Decathlon Sports headquarters in France…

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 14, 2019

Editors’ Take: Behind This Week’s Biggest Headlines

Each week, GearJunkie editors dive into the most provocative headlines of the week. Go beyond the stories and hear our take on what’s making news.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 11, 2019

How to Dress a Duck — and Most Game Birds

Basted with fat and capped with crispy skin, a pan-fried duck breast is as good as it gets. Let’s see how easy it is to…

Written by Lowell Strauss October 11, 2019

Backcountry Fuel Box Review: Change Up Your Outdoor Menu

For nearly a year, I’ve been receiving the Backcountry Fuel Box. And the snacks, meals, and bars kept me powered through the summer hiking and…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 11, 2019

Benchmade Altitude Review: Crazy-Light, Ultrasharp Mountain Hunting Knife

With S90V steel and a stripped-down design, the Benchmade Altitude packs a ton of cutting prowess into a superlight package.

Written by Sean McCoy October 09, 2019

Farming, Ranching, Hunting: ‘Not Just a Man’s World’

Many of us aren’t able to be full-scale participants in our surrounding landscape. Alex Templeton, however, is that and more.

Written by Sponsored Post October 07, 2019

3 Major FKT Records Set Last Week

Thru-hikers and ultrarunners have been crushing all summer, but some athletes are just getting into their peak season. These are three major FKTs that fell…

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

America’s Best Day Hikes? Find the One Nearest You

‘America’s Best Day Hikes’ by Derek Dellinger is a trail guide complete with stunning photos, hikes arranged by region, and an essay on bear safety.

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

New Kind of REI? Check Out Just-Opened North Conway Store

New Hampshire’s iconic adventure hub of North Conway now serves as a lab for a different type of REI.

Written by Sponsored Post October 04, 2019

Modernized Vintage Park Maps Are Wall-Worthy Things of Beauty

Muir Way’s Relief Series is a new collection of national park maps that combines the look of vintage maps with modern elevation data.

Written by Mary Murphy October 04, 2019

Give’r Launches Mittens Straight Out of Jackson Hole

The cottage brand Give’r blew up Kickstarter with its gloves in 2016. Now, it’s expanding a burly handwarming line to include insulated leather mittens.

Written by Sean McCoy October 03, 2019