Review

Review: Your Standout Guide To Energy Gums

By: Chez Chesak

Small, compact and easily transportable, these energy gums offer quick boosts when you need it most.… More »

How To

The Utility Of Plastic Flying Discs At Camp

By: Tom Watson

A Frisbee -- or plastic flying disc -- is one of the most versatile pieces of outdoor gear I have -- beyond its value as a yard game.… More »

How To

Hiking With Dogs: 5 Beginner Tips

By: Suzanne Downing

Before you hit the trail to go hiking with your dog, here are five tips from Jen Sotolongo, a dog trainer in Portland, Oregon.… More »

How To

Portable Fire Pits: Choosing the Right One

By: Suzanne Downing

Whatever your reason is for buying a portable fire pit, there are many options out there to choose from. Here are three things to consider.… More »

News

Which National Parks Require Reservations in 2022?

By: Taryn Shorr

From timed-entry reservations for simply entering a park to permits for specific hiking trails and scenic drives, here are all the national parks requiring reservations this year.… More »

Story

Skip New Orleans. See Louisiana Instead

By: Chez Chesak

Right outside the iconic city of New Orleans, opportunities for outdoor adventures abound.… More »

How To

Layering Clothing for Hiking: 3 Strategies to Use

By: Suzanne Downing

There are layering strategies you can use so you’re comfortable on a hike no matter where you’re headed.… More »

How To

Smart, Safe Kayaking: Using A Sprayskirt

By: Tom Watson

While the popularity of kayaking has grown to include sit-on-top fishing platforms and recreational boats with huge, open cockpits, the use of sprayskirts on more traditional kayaks should be considered an important safety procedure among paddlers. The primary purpose of a sprayskirt (a skirt-like… More »