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8 Tips: How To Sleep Well At 30 Below Zero

Winter camping can be a comfortable experience, even when the mercury plummets.

Written by David Freeman March 10, 2016

Boundary Waters Expedition: Gear Update From The Field

After 124 days straight in the wilderness, these five camping products have proven their utility time and again.

Written by David Freeman January 29, 2016

Free, Off-Grid Weather Reports With InReach Explorer

If you have a Delorme InReach Explorer you can get a customized weather forecast almost anywhere on the planet.

Written by David Freeman January 27, 2016

Amphibious Feet: Xtratuf Rubber Boots Review

Xtratuf boots are ideal for ‘amphibious’ pursuits like cool weather canoe portaging or fishing when water contact is inevitable.

Written by David Freeman January 19, 2016

In-Depth Review: Patagonia Merino Air Base Layer

David Freeman has been wearing this next-level base layer for more than 80 days in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.

Written by David Freeman January 15, 2016

‘Windshirt’ Jacket A Secret Weapon For Warmth

Tested for two months in the BWCA, our reviewer finds the durable, versatile windshirt made in Ely, Minnesota, to be a perfect companion for cold…

Written by Dave Freeman December 10, 2015

Barrel-Hauling Backpack: Granite Gear Vapor Flatbed

This system replaces traditional backpack design with 60-liter barrels perfect for use in canoe camping and travel.

Written by Amy Freeman December 01, 2015

BWCA Dispatch: 50-Night Sleeping Bag Test

After 50 days of sleeping in the Sea To Summit Talus Ts II our reviewer has found her favorite sleeping bag.

Written by Amy Freeman November 17, 2015

BWCA Dispatch: ‘Silky Big Boy’ Folding Camp Saw

During a year in the wilderness, the Silky Big Boy saw is one of Dave and Amy Freeman’s most important tools.

Written by Dave Freeman November 10, 2015

365 Days: Couple To Spend Full Year In Boundary Waters

Two explorers will spend a full year in the wild lands of Northern Minnesota.

Written by Sean McCoy July 22, 2015

yearinwilderness

8 Tips: How To Sleep Well At 30 Below Zero

Boundary Waters Expedition: Gear Update From The Field

Free, Off-Grid Weather Reports With InReach Explorer

Amphibious Feet: Xtratuf Rubber Boots Review

In-Depth Review: Patagonia Merino Air Base Layer

‘Windshirt’ Jacket A Secret Weapon For Warmth

Barrel-Hauling Backpack: Granite Gear Vapor Flatbed

BWCA Dispatch: 50-Night Sleeping Bag Test

BWCA Dispatch: ‘Silky Big Boy’ Folding Camp Saw

365 Days: Couple To Spend Full Year In Boundary Waters

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