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Inside the Orvis Rod Factory, a Hub of American Fly Fishing Innovation
Inside the Vermont Workshop Where Orvis Still Makes Fly Rods by Hand

Touring the brand's Manchester, Vermont shop where hundreds of hand-made fly rods are crafted daily for anglers around the world (yes we went fishing)

13 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Should Know
13 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Need to Know About

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

The 10 Best Sunglasses for Any Adventure
The 10 Best Sunglasses for Hiking, Biking, Traveling & More

With removable side clips, vintage-inspired frames, and more, these shades have what you need for any adventure

15 Best Hiking Shorts for Women That Are Both High-Performing & Flattering
15 High-Performing & Flattering Hiking Shorts for Women

These high-performance women's hiking shorts fit well, look great, and help you log miles with style and performance.

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

9 Best Camping Cots of 2023: Sleep Solutions for Camping & Backpacking
The 9 Best Cots for Camping & Backpacking

Lightweight, comfy, and highly-packable, these cots make getting a good night's rest under the stars easy, without the noise and feel of an air pad

The 10 Best Portable Fire Pits for Camping & Backyard Use
The 10 Best LNT-Approved Portable Fire Pits

Sleek and smokeless, lightweight and durable, these clever packable fire pits are perfect for any backyard, campsite, or roadside viewpoint

Op-Ed: Who Really Makes Money From Your Public Land Campsite Bookings?
Is a Private Corporation Getting Rich Off Your Public Land Campsite Fees?

Separating fact from fiction in the debates around fees, accessibility, and public/private partnerships on public lands

Geodesic Dome Guide: From EPCOT to Everest, Hippie to Yuppie
How One Great Inventor Changed the World With a Geodesic Camping Tent

Utopian architecture to camping equipment, here's how Bucky Fuller's greatest design changed the world—and how you can build a dome of your own today

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

Nocs Provisions Field Issue Binoculars Make the Case for Owning Binocs
These New Binoculars Are the Unlikely Gear Upgrade Your Summer Adventures Need

The combo of a lightweight form factor and heavyweight optics make these midsize binoculars perfect for camping, climbing, road trips, and more

The 12 Best Rain Jackets for Hiking and Everyday Wear
The 12 Best Men's Rain Jackets for Hiking and Everyday Wear

A comprehensive guide to finding the right rain jacket, with pro tips on features, fit, price, and, of course, waterproofness