Hiking is basically walking in the woods — putting one foot in front of the other while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Just ...

Our resident girl dad loads the whole crew into a Honda Odyssey and discovers that not all road trips are created equal.

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Here are some of the most important factors you should consider ... as a journalist for such publications as REI Co-op, Backpacker, Gear Junkie and more. We’ve published an extensive library ...

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For most day hikers, a frameless pack is a fine choice. Because it uses less material than an internal frame pack, it is ...

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The list of gear to remember for a day on the water is seemingly endless. While all the fancy new electronics and accessories are fun additions to any watercraft, everyone needs one critical accessory ...

Now managing editor, Steve has served in a variety of roles with GP since 2019. Having previously written and edited for such publications as Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Esquire and ESPN, he enjoys ...

The best rain gear for fishing needs to keep you dry. Period. Snow, rain, or sleet—the fish wait for nobody. This means dedicated anglers are out there in the worst of conditions. If you don’t ...

The park encompasses over 2,000 acres of shoreline, comprised of hiking trails and, of course, sand dunes. Chicago native and poet Carl Sandburg called the Indiana Dunes “to the Midwest what the ...

This guide lays out how to carry a gun while backpacking or hiking with gear that actually supports mobility, retention, access, and comfort. It breaks down which holsters are best suited to trail use ...