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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 14 Best Fire Pit Chairs for Design-Minded Backyards
The 14 Best Designed Outdoor Chairs for Sitting Around a Fire Pit

Because fireside relaxation is an integral part of outdoor life, and you (and your fire pit) deserve the best chairs to enjoy it

The 9 Best Kids Sleeping Bags of 2023, Tested & Approved
The 9 Best Kids Sleeping Bags of 2023

An in-depth look at the top options for kids sleeping bags, plus what to look for when shopping for growing kiddos

13 Best Outdoor Blankets, Down Throws & Insulated Quilts of 2023
The 13 Best Insulated Blankets for a Cozier Home & Camp

From recycled NanoLoft to certified duck down, these highly packable, weather-resistant throws will keep you cozy wherever you wind up

Women and the Wind: Crossing the Atlantic in a 50-Year-Old Catamaran
Women and The Wind: Sailing Across the Atlantic in a 50-Year-Old Catamaran

In 2022 three women crossed the Atlantic Ocean on a wooden catamaran to document plastic pollution and find adventure, here's how

And Wander x Maison Kitsuné Release Spring Hiking Collection Collab
And Wander and Maison Kitsuné Release Collab Hiking Collection for Spring

Japan's preeminent outdoor outfitter and the Parisian fashion house/music label/cafe release a limited-edition capsule for "exploration of everywhere"

Where to Find Black-Centered Outdoor Recreation Events Near You
Where to Find Black-Centered Camping, Climbing, Surfing & Other Outdoor Rec Events

Organized and led by Black and BIPOC groups, these community-focused events aim to increase accessibility and diverse participation in the outdoors

The 11 Best UK Glamping Spots to Glamping in Devon County
UK Glamping: 11 Unique Bothies, Cabins, & Glamping Tents in Devon County

Book a stay in this English countryside county where sandy beaches meet medieval towns and rolling farmland

Patagonia Fitz Roy Down Sleeping Bag Review: Odd But Ultra Cozy
Patagonia's Sleeping Bags Look Weird for a Few Very Good Reasons

Inspired by a prototype founder Yvon Chouinard made himself 50 years ago, this odd duck of a down bag shows promise in a "new" category for the brand

13 Car Camping Essentials for a More Comfortable Getaway
13 Car Camping Essentials for Getting Outdoorsy on Four Wheels

When packing a car instead of a 60-liter backpack, you can afford to maximize comfort in the face of bulk—here's out top picks for how to do just that

Learning the Hard Way with Adventure Photographer Elijah Burton
Learning the Hard Way with Photographer, Pilot & Outdoorist Elijah Burton

Q&A with the Portland, OR-based surfer, mountain biker, and pilot on building community, cameras, and the joys of achieving in the face of failure

Glamping Wales: 13 Best Pods, Tents & Huts for an Off-Grid Holiday
Discover the Peaks & Coasts of Wales with These 13 Unique Glamping Experiences

With centuries-old castles, soaring peaks, and windswept beaches, Wales is a hotspot for outdoor adventure in the UK