We awarded gear of the year to the original Solo Stove in 2014 because it was one of the most efficient, well designed pieces of gear to come across our desk at 50 Campfires. The secondary burn at the top of the stove wasn’t just a gimmick. It really worked, and reduced everything we threw at [...]
We’ve seen it too many times. We’ll be camping with a self-proclaimed “grill master”. The fire is lit, and without delay – our rationed meal is sacrificed to the flames. What could have been a legendary meal cooked outdoors, is now a charred mess. We’re here to help you set your meal up for success [...]
We prefer to see the outdoors through a nice pair of sunglasses. Beyond looking cool, a high-quality pair has some incredible health benefits for our eyes. Terms get bandied about in every industry, but the sunglass market is littered with “UV Coated” “100% Protection” “Polarized Lenses” and the like. But what does polarized sunglasses and [...]
I didn’t realize it until about a week ago. My kids are going stir crazy. Sure, they’re busy in school all day – but, compared to our summer adventures, their evenings are now filled with routine. This got me thinking: I’m probably not alone. I think I’ve put just as much energy into keeping them [...]
As Halloween creeps closer, we embrace the supernatural and strange occurrences in our magical world. Creaking floors, dark corners, and howling winds, all contribute to the eerie set of All Hallows’ Eve that we look forward to each year. These haunted places and zombie costumes are a dramatic departure from everyday life, but they allow [...]
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE THE CHANCES OF WINNING. 1. Eligibility: Contest is open only to those who email photo of drawing and child to [email protected] and who are 18 as of the date of entry. The Contest is only open to legal residents of the United [...]
Just like their owners, dogs can show allergic symptoms when their immune systems begin to recognize certain everyday substances and allergens as dangerous. Fall dog allergies become problematic when your dog inhales or ingests allergens, or even when they come in contact with your dog’s skin. As a dog’s body tries to rid itself of these substances, a variety [...]
This morning my friends and I were eagerly awaiting Google’s new smartphone announcement. Google’s new version of the Android phones are the 5 inch Pixel and the 5.5 inch Pixel XL go toe-to-toe with Apple’s iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus in price and power. As outdoor enthusiasts here are 5 things that we found [...]
Layering is pretty necessary while camping. You know how it goes: you wake up and it’s so chilly out that the mist is still hovering on the lake, so you bundle up. As the sun gets warmer you realize that you have to change or shed a layer. We found a great option for you [...]
In last month’s magazine, we introduced you to Woodsgating. The idea is simple: Grab your traditional camping gear, sans sleeping equipment, and head into the backcountry, or even the back-40 with your friends and family for the day or even a couple hours of grilling food and having fun. Woodsgating is a fantastic option for [...]
