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Backpacking in the Rain

The right equipment lets you enjoy the rainiest of hikes in comfort. Here’s how to make sure you’re equipped to enjoy a hike in a downpour.

Smart Camping Storage Ideas and Hacks

Here are our go-to storage hacks for camping gear that will help extend the lifespan of your gear and make searching for equipment before a trip...

Summer Safety

Stay safe when you set out this summer with our top summer trail safety tips for those first few adventures in the heat.

Cowboy Camping

The phrase “cowboy camping” evokes a kind of old-school notion about the outdoors: a person sleeping under the stars on a crisp, clear night....

How to Choose a Hiking Baby Carrier

A quality hiking baby carrier makes backcountry adventures accessible to all ages and abilities. Here are some tips to select the right pack for...

The Power of Outdoor Play

We explore how kids can spend more time outside, and why time in nature is so important.

Stoke Series: Oregon

Interested in adventuring in Oregon? Here’s the scoop on mountain biking, surfing, and hiking in Oregon.

Protecting Spaces in Unlikely Places

Conservation happens everywhere—and it’s often a lot closer to home than you might think. Here are four unusual initiatives that have come to life...

How, Where, and What to Forage

There’s no feeling quite like foraging for food in the outdoors. To help get you started, we’ve compiled this quick introduction to all things...

Gearhead Picks: Ventrix Light Fleece Hoodie

What makes The North Face Ventrix Light Fleece Hybrid Hoodie so perfect for high-output adventures? This Backcountry Gearhead has the answer.

Gearhead Picks: MSR Hubba Hubba NX Tent

A Backcountry Gearhead shares what makes the MSR Hubba Hubba NX Tent great for car camping and backpacking alike.

Gearhead Picks: Backcountry Adventure Pack

This Backcountry Gearhead stays organized when she’s traveling with the Backcountry 30L Adventure Pack. Here’s what makes this bag her go-to.