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Dodging tourists and fishing for a big, slimy carp in Central Park’s lakes with Dr. Brandon Dale, the only fly fishing guide working Manhattan waters

Hit the trails prepared with our complete guide and checklist to hiking gear, from shoes to backpacks, according to pros

A comprehensive overview of the legendary 112-mile trail, from history to what I learned while fastpacking it, and what I would do differently

An early-fall outing to New York's northernmost mountain range in search of mountain lake-dwelling trout and a slice of solitude

Using the right backpack makes all the difference for comfort and convenience when hiking - here's how to find the right one for you

With 20+ years experience, our gear expert dives into the art of packing a hiking backpack for maximum comfort and efficiency in the great outdoors

Japan's longstanding culture of hiking, camping, skiing, and taking in nature is alive and well thanks to a growing group of design-minded gear makers

Take gear from Point A to Point B with ease with these folding wagons, which make for easy storage and transportation as well

From picnics to day hikes, these backpack coolers make it easy to enjoy your favorite foods and refreshments in the great outdoors

Thoughts on the bootmaker’s new backpacking-specific boot after testing in Yosemite National Park, where on-trail performance matched its modern look

My personal favorite essential (and non-essential) gear upgrades that work for my Subaru Crosstrek and other extra-regular cars, trucks, and rigs

Q&A: Director Ben Weiland and photographer Nick Foster discuss creativity, cameras, surf, and their new film "The Search for Volcano Island"