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The ursine inhabitants of the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center test dozens of containers each year to see if they're worthy of bear-proof certification
Having fun on an overnight adventure with your kids is all about preparation
Fall is the perfect time to get out there
This will be the best $10 you ever spend. Trust me.
You can make backyard-style meals wherever your adventure itch takes you
The ins and outs of staying clean (and safe) at camp
Enter for a chance to win one of our 70+ adventure-ready prizes featured in our 2020 Summer Buyer's Guide.
A fun trip can turn to crap fast if you don't come prepared
Camper vans, pop-ups, RVs, and more鈥攊f you're ready to upgrade from tent camping, you've got plenty of options. Use this handy tool to pick your ideal vehicle setup.
Fur, dingleberries, and dog claws are no match for a Harbor Freight moving blanket
No more "Oops, I forgot to bring the stove!" scenarios
Simple, free ways to improve your experience next time
In this video, Bryan Rogala shows us three solutions to help kick that expensive one-pound disposable-propane-tank habit
They're nowhere near as comfortable as the inflatable alternative, but they still deserve a spot in your gear closet
The best thing about car camping? Bringing all the amenities.
These innovative technical pieces make wilderness camping more fun and less work
But the developers know that could present an overcrowding problem
Our writer has a man crush on a Utah cook-stove inventor named Steve Despain, and it鈥檚 easy to see why. Using creative design, smart marketing, and YouTube star turns, he鈥檚 brought glamour to the humblest little workhorse in the outdoors.
It has great support, a table, and a spot for your favorite beverage
From camp grounds to house blends, these brewers can handle anything
Superior lodgings for weekend jaunts and extended outings
Because dinner isn鈥檛 going to make itself
Tim Fish talks about gaining design inspiration from unexpected places
Comfortable, technical, light鈥攕leep systems for every season
Four pads, one year, one conclusive winner
Save up to 50 percent on gear from brands like Black Diamond, Mountain Hardwear, and Patagonia at Backcountry鈥檚 Memorial Day Sale, now through May 25…
Our favorite, Buyer’s Guide鈥搘orthy gear is steeply discounted at REI’s biggest sale of the year, now through May 25…
Sitka makes top-quality products for time outside, regardless of your preferred activity
The Extreme Off-Road Deluxe Camper from Hiker Trailer packs a ton of features into a surprisingly wallet-friendly package
Trash-compactor sacks are the most inexpensive way to keep your gear dry
The countrywide TP shortages inspired us to see if we've been missing out on the ultimate camping bathroom hack
Stuck at home with your kids? You might as well make the most of it.
If you've done everything in your power to salvage it, and it's still not working like it used to, maybe it's time for something new
It's the ultimate social-distancing tool, getting you outside for some solo relaxation
Behold the ultimate place upon which to rest a hard-earned beer
You can't just throw a quilt into a rooftop tent and expect to sleep comfortably.
This Yeti LoadOut GoBox 30 will protect your gear, keep it organized, and can go anywhere.
Light enough for backpacking and bright enough to illuminate an entire campsite, this is exactly what you need when it's safe to get back out there again
In this video, woodworker Andrew Szeto and his friends assemble an A-frame cabin in the the forest
The best thing about going car camping? Cooking. Here, Wes Siler details his setup.
Save 20 percent on one full-priced Yeti item at Backcountry. Make sure to punch in the code 20FULLPRICE at checkout.
Sometimes the situation calls for multiple beers. Here are some of our favorite growlers, along with a few handy accessories that help you carry more of your drink of choice.
At just $40, the bamboo Countertop Composter is a bargain and will keep you from sending food waste to landfills
The gear and knowledge you need to stay comfortable overnight in the snow
See what it looks like to trailer camp at a ski resort parking lot in winter
Don’t let chilly temperatures keep you from getting outside. Through February 17, save on camping gear during REI’s Winter Clearance Sale…
The Rambler 10-ounce Lowball is an everyday essential
These vacuum-insulated containers will keep your soup warm again and again this winter
It's a vessel. It's a koozie. It's perfect.
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The chemistry doesn't do much to keep you safer鈥攁nd it may just add toxins and cost innovation
There’s still time to order your gear for arrival before Christmas Day.
Stuffing a stocking with goodies doesn鈥檛 have to be expensive. Luckily, Huckberry and REI have you covered with these useful and affordable gifts.
Give an old tent new life with these at-home fixes
You could order a premade kit. Or you could get crafty and build your own hot box.
Any outdoorsperson on your list is sure to love these
Invest in these splurge-worthy gifts for the whole crew
I love it dearly, but it's not something I ever would have spent my own money on
He's tested them, and now they're very on sale
Building a good camping kit doesn鈥檛 have to break the bank. Some of our favorites are on sale at REI through November 25.
Fixing it yourself is a cheaper and faster solution than waiting for a gear shop to do the job
Thanks to a couple inventors, a handful of national parks might be the best places to take your propane canisters to keep them out of landfills. But why hasn't the process taken off across the country?
Our Gear Guy tested the top small coolers to help find what's right for you
Our Gear Guy's inexpensive hacks for backcountry travel
A warm meal is a game changer in the backcountry
Putting away your equipment correctly will allow it to last for years to come.
Jenny Jurek, a former Patagonia designer, knows a thing or two about how to modify gear for your little ones without spending a fortune
Forget the hatchet鈥攖he Buck Compadre Froe has your camp wood-processing needs covered
Don鈥檛 let a little precipitation keep you inside