I’m as guilty as anyone of obsessing over gear. I geek out about reviews and pride myself in having the right pair of skis for every condition (read: too many). But in 28 years of playing outside, working in outdoor retail, and as Outside’s former video production manager, I’ve learned that it’s not …
By Michael Lanza From the rainforest of the North Cascades and Olympic National Park to New England, from the Tour du Mont Blanc to New Zealand (lead …
Master these 19 essential skills to have the absolute best seven days in your deer camp history. DAY 1 → Hunting Skill Find a Good Spot to Hunt You’ve …
Oh, the great outdoors. It seems as though everyone’s finally starting to understand how great Mother Nature actually is. Or at least, young people are. According to this recent report, 12.5 million kids, teens, and young adults in the U.S. are stepping away from screens and into the wilderness …
The Grand Canyon’s Most Difficult Named Trail Steve Larese Much of the Nankoweap Trail skirts cliffs that are hundreds of feet high. Here, Dewey Surby …
You’ve convinced the kids that you’re going to have a great day hiking, but then the reality of a long, hot day starts to sink in. Having a selection …
Since 2008, the number of people hiking and backpacking in the United States has risen by nearly 50 percent. It’s easy to see why: The sport appeals to everyone from casual outdoorspeople and aspiring adventurers to endurance athletes and longtime dirtbags. You can crush big distances in a short …