When we buy gear that is guaranteed for longevity, it’s not only allowing our adventure fund to continue to grow, but it’s healthier for the environment as well. It’s gear we can count on for longevity and strength, designed for gnarly adventures.
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After guiding backpacking trips across the West for over six summers, I’ve learned something: people love campfires. The smoldering embers, the dancing smoke, the popping and crackling and whistling… Campfires evoke a certain nostalgia and add coziness to any experience….
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Learn about the new ASTM testing standards for sleeping pads and what it means for your current and future Therm-a-Rest pad’s R-value.
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I’m here to let you in on a not-so-secret little secret: camping pillows are definitely worth the weight in your pack if you care about getting the best possible night’s sleep outdoors.
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Though only 5 p.m., the forest was dark and snow fell heavily. The eight of us (three wilderness therapy guides, plus five participants) huddled around a fire beneath a tarp staked down with snowshoes—our wet and cold bodies packed onto…
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Whether you call it dispersed camping, guerilla camping, frontcountry camping or otherwise, finding a free place to camp away from the crowds of developed campsites is one of the great privileges afforded by America’s vast public lands. As more and…
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Sharing a wilderness experience with your kids can lead to a lifetime of great memories. Here are five tips for keeping adventurous kids happy while cultivating family adventures.
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Sleep is the bedrock of performance. Sleeping well should be a priority every single day, but especially when you head outside for an adventure.
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When you set out to build a sleep system its important not to overlook the importance of a camping pillow. It may get overshadowed by the bigger ticket items of a pad, sleeping bag, or quilt, but the right pillow…
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Car camping is not just for beginners or Sprinter-equipped hardos. Use these 14 tips for an epic weekend of the four-wheeled variety.
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There’s a whole basket of adventures and unique opportunities that come with car camping. If you have your car camping essentials in place, odds are you’ll make the most of your time outside. I’m not much of a planner. Though…
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With all the options in today’s market, picking a sleeping pad can be an overwhelming affair. We won’t pick for you, but here is what you need to know to find the pad of your dreams.
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