One thing you know for sure is that you need water to get through the day. Unfortunately, something that you don’t know is the purity of the water you’re drinking, particularly when you’re out adventuring. There’s a good chance that you already has a favorite [...]
Picture this: You wake up in a tent. The air is cold outside of your sleeping bag. The sun is just about to rise, the first light of day peeking out from behind a nearby mountain range. A few birds have already woken up and [...]
Since they first made their commercial appearance in the late 1980s, hydration packs containing reservoirs, also called bladders, have become the de facto method of transporting water for hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, trail running and just about any outdoor activity that necessitates ample fluids. As [...]
During my thru hikes, I’ve seen some of the worst blisters and rub spots you could imagine. If there is one piece of advice for newbie hikers, that would be to take care of your feet. Proper footwear, sturdy insoles and comfortable-wearing socks serve as [...]
When you’re toting a tent from your car to a park tent site or schlepping it deep into the backcountry, it’s bound to get caked with mud, catch some bird droppings, develop a stench—or all three. Follow these care tips to keep your tent in [...]
If anything should prevent you from heading out for a nature adventure, it should never be your period. Research has shown that moderate-intensity activities such as brisk walking, hiking, cycling and swimming can help reduce the pain of menstrual cramps. And while menstruation isn’t always [...]
As the weather warms and snow melts away, trails become accessible again for everyone’s favorite free way to get outside: hiking. For a day hike any time of year, you should be prepared to stay safe in the elements and in the backcountry. But spring [...]
If you ask me, nothing spoils a killer trip in the outdoors than a crappy meal. No one enjoys hiking miles upon miles only to get to camp and munch down on a soggy sandwich. A hot meal warms you up, lifts your spirits, delivers [...]
Whether you’re preparing for the hike of your life or you’re a casual outdoors enthusiast, REI has something for you! Check out these great REI deals now so you can spend less time staring at your screen and more quality time outdoors! For Campers Camp [...]
If your next camping trip takes you on a cross-country flight, stuffing a bulky tent into your luggage just might not be practical. Or maybe you haven’t invested in a four-season family tent just yet and would like to try before you buy. If you’re [...]
One thing you know for sure is that you need water to get through the day. Unfortunately, something that you don’t know is the [...]
Picture this: You wake up in a tent. The air is cold outside of your sleeping bag. The sun is just about to rise, [...]
Since they first made their commercial appearance in the late 1980s, hydration packs containing reservoirs, also called bladders, have become the de facto method [...]
During my thru hikes, I’ve seen some of the worst blisters and rub spots you could imagine. If there is one piece of advice [...]
When you’re toting a tent from your car to a park tent site or schlepping it deep into the backcountry, it’s bound to get [...]
If anything should prevent you from heading out for a nature adventure, it should never be your period. Research has shown that moderate-intensity activities [...]
As the weather warms and snow melts away, trails become accessible again for everyone’s favorite free way to get outside: hiking. For a day [...]
If you ask me, nothing spoils a killer trip in the outdoors than a crappy meal. No one enjoys hiking miles upon miles only [...]
Whether you’re preparing for the hike of your life or you’re a casual outdoors enthusiast, REI has something for you! Check out these great [...]
If your next camping trip takes you on a cross-country flight, stuffing a bulky tent into your luggage just might not be practical. Or [...]
