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Ultralight Backpacking: How I Learned to Embrace UL Hiking Philosophy
How Embracing an Ultralight Mentality Changed My Whole Perspective on Hiking

A deep dive into the world of lightweight and ultralight backpacking, and why you should embrace the "less is more" philosophy, too

The Best-Designed Hip Bags for Travel & Everyday Outdoor Adventures
The Best Hip Packs for Adventure and Everyday Carry

Waist bag, fanny pack, shoulder sling—whatever you call it, it's time to embrace the utilitarian design loved by moms and dads worldwide

The 11 Best Cabins Rentals in Utah to Escape to This Season
Ski Cabins, Desert Dwellings, and More of the Best Cabin Rentals in Utah

From a slopeside A-frame at Alta to a treehouse-style retreat near Zion, these are the quintessential cabins for your next trip to the Beehive State

What It's Like to Learn to Surf in the Pacific Northwest in Your 30s
Photo Essay: What It's Like to Learn to Surf in Your 30s In the PNW

An ongoing photo series, "Bad Surfers" documents the brutal but sometimes fruitful quest to log wave time in an unforgiving corner of the country

The 10 Best Hydration Packs for Running, Hiking, Biking & More
The 10 Best Hydration Packs for Running, Hiking, Biking & More

The best way to stay hydrated during long trail days and high-effort activities is to make sure your water is easy to access

Best Sustainable Backpacking Meals: Minimize Waste in the Backcountry
A Responsible Buyer's Guide to Zero-Waste Backpacker Meals

No-or-low-waste camping meals and backpacking food does exists. Here's what to look for, how to avoid greenwashing, plus five companies to support

Joe Greer on Finding Photography, Inspiration, Faith & His New Book
How Joe Greer Almost Quit Film Photography & Why He'll Never Write Another Book

A conversation with the celebrated film photographer about his early career, avoiding burnout, and making "The Lay of the Land" during a pandemic

Rental Cabins in Illinois: The 10 Best of the Midwest
From Forests to Lakes, Enjoy The Illinois Wilderness at These 10 Cabin Rentals

Escape from Chicago, Milwaukee, or small town life and explore the Land of Lincoln with these unique cabin rentals across the state

The 13 Best Glamping Spots in Pennsylvania for a Woodland Escape
Glamping in PA: 13 Best Spots for a Luxe Camping Getaway

Experience PA's rolling hills, rich forests, and sprawling farmlands from these canvas tents, quaint trailers, and homey yurts

The 8 Best Rental Cabins in Indiana to Escape to This Summer
The 8 Best Cabins to Rent in Indiana for a Midwest Vacay

Traditional log cabins, modernist escapes , charming lakefront retreats make the Hoosier State a great vacation destination for outdoors lovers

Plant Kween's New Book Teaches Plant Parenting (and Self Care)
Plant Kween Dishes the Dirt on Plant Care and Self Care in Their New Book

A first look at "You Grow, Gurl," a new book by Instagram's favorite plant influencer on how to turn your home into a flourishing ecosystem

Glamping in Southern California: The 15 Best Spots to Getaway
The 15 Best Places to Go Glamping in Sunny Southern California

Explore SoCal's picturesque mountains, deserts, and coastline in these unique tents, yurts, and retro Airstreams