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Quincy Quarries: A Climber's Guide to Boston's Iconic Graffiti-Covered Crag
A Local's Guide to Quincy Quarries, Boston's Iconic Urban Climbing Destination

All you need to know about the 200-year-old granite mine that became an unexpected haven for both Northeast climbers and graffiti writers

Backpacking Checklist: Essential Gear for New & Experienced Hikers
Field Mag's Ultimate Backpacking Checklist for Happier Trails This Season

A complete guide to packing for a multi-day wilderness adventure, product recs included

Personal Sauna Guide: The 6 Best & All You Need to Know About Them
Embrace the Personal Sauna With This Guide to the 6 Best Now Available

A big guide to owning a small, personal sauna, including a list of at-home sauna alternatives to help you get your sweat on.

The 11 Best Medium Format Film Cameras for All Photographers in 2024
The 11 Best Medium Format Film Cameras to Buy in 2024

With larger negatives, medium format film cameras produce images that have more detail, dynamic range, and depth

11 Best Film Cameras of 2024 (For Photographers of Any Experience)
The 11 Best Film Cameras for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Photographers

All you need to know about the most legendary, underrated, and rightly hyped 35mm and 120 medium format rangefinders, SLRs, and point & shoot cameras

Fly Fishing Gear Essentials: A Guide for Beginner & Seasoned Fishers
Fly Fishing Gear Essentials: A Guide for Beginners & Experienced Anglers Alike

From flies, rods, and reels to waders, vests, and even sunglasses, this handy guide will help fly fishers new & old navigate the sport

Why Dogsledding Is the Best Way to See Minnesota's Boundary Waters
Exploring One of the Midwest's Vast Underrated Wilderness Areas by Dogsled

Tucked up against the Canadian border, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness comprises over a million acres and thousands of lakes and streams

The 15 Best Cold-Weather Hats & Caps for Men & Women
The 15 Best Unisex Winter Hats (That Aren't Just Beanies)

Alternative headwear designs that will keep your noggin warmed and styled this during the year's coldest season

A Solo Guide to Fall in the Adirondack High Peaks Region
A Photographer's Guide to Fall in the Adirondack High Peaks Region

Vivid autumn landscapes, tips on the best spots for photographing, and what to bring when exploring this legendary New York area

The Best Camping Cookware for Tasty Campsite Meals
14 Camping Cookware Essentials You Didn't Know You Needed

Less isn't always more—elevate your next outdoor meal with these useful, sometimes unnecessary but always cool camp cookware essentials and upgrades

Glamping New Hampshire: 10 Spots for Luxe Camping in the Granite State
Glamping New Hampshire: 10 Spots for Luxe Camping in the Granite State

Explore the rugged countryside, deep lakes, beautiful rivers, and the famous White Mountains from these rugged-yet-comfy camping accommodations

Hikerkind Releases First Full Collection of Women's Hiking Apparel
Hikerkind Drops First Ever Full Collection to Dress Hikers On and Off the Trail

Inspired by the triple crown of hiking, the debut line of minimalist women's gear aims to inspire confidence on trail through comfort and style