Getting into backpacking or camping for the first time? Looking to up your outdoor game? Check out our tips and how-tos on everything from building a fire to the correct way to sleep in a hammock.
Whether you’re a seasoned outdoorist or new to the whole backpacking thing, there’s one piece of gear you should always have on hand if you plan to drink water from natural sources in the great outdoors: a water filter. Here are the four main ways to filter and purify so you can decide which is best for you for every outdoor adventure.
Trying to decide between glasses or contacts for backpacking? It’s a tough choice and one that largely comes down to personal preference. But there are also some pretty solid reasons to choose one over the other depending on your situation.
When it comes to camping etiquette, particularly when dispersed camping, it all comes down to one guiding principle: Don’t be a butthole. A little consideration for others goes a long way when you’re far from civilization. So whether you’re planning your first dispersed camping trip or your 30th, here’s how to conduct yourself in a civilized way, even when you’re far from civilization.
How to choose AND build a personal hydration system that works for your style, trip length, preferences and environment. All so you can stay happy, healthy and hydrated on any trail.
Your ski jacket is filthy. Don’t think so? Is it shedding water like it should? Or does the inside feel clammy after one run? Then guess what…It’s dirty. But I have good news: you can and should wash your ski jacket. Here’s how to do it right.
Avalanche danger in snowy mountains is real, even if you’re not a backcountry skier. So here’s an intro on how to stay safe in avalanche terrain (including being able to identify what avalanche terrain looks like). Yup, even if you’re “just” a hiker or snowshoer.
Winter hiking is a blast. Trails are less crowded, parking lots are empty, the views are spectacular (especially if there’s snow on the mountains where you live) and it’s a great excuse to indulge in your favorite trail snacks or a hot beverage (you burn more calories hiking in the cold). Here are some simple guidelines, recommendations and tips for what to wear winter hiking so you can enjoy the fourth season.
Have a puncture in your sleeping bag? A sticky zipper on your favorite backpack? A tear in your ski shell?Don’t trash it, repair it! Here’s how to repair outdoor gear.
These gear repair shops offer services for outdoorists across the U.S. so you can keep your gear in play and out of a landfill.
Clothing and gear can often be recycled. But you can’t just add it to your curbside bin. Here’s where to recycle clothing and outdoor gear.