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Using a vehicle to travel to cool places is something pretty much all of us do. So why hate on people who do it well?
Or even cheaper if you have these common home supplies
With brand new offerings from Chevy, Ford, GMC, and Toyota, this auto class has never been better, or more competitive. Our off-road expert explains why.
Keeping your dog safe on the water is easy. Designing PFDs for canines is hard.
A collaboration between Sitka Gear and the James Brand combines the finesse of a chef’s knife with durability in camp
Sharing a habitat with bears, wolves, lions, and other big wild animals can be complicated, and not always safe or predictable. Here’s what I know.
Clean water is just the latest front in the GOP's judicial war on your rights
Sixty-seven percent of all new vehicles will need to be electric by 2032
Expert advice on keeping your pup calm, safe, and happy in the car
Stop relying on bulky socks to keep your feet warm when you hike
What we can learn about winter safety from drivers behaving badly in California and Nevada
Long a staple of quality fixed-blade knives, the grippiest handle material is now adding traction to folding knives, too
President Carter added protections to more than 157 million acres of public land and created 39 total national park units
This crossover features clever packaging, self-leveling rear suspension, and standout design
After years spent searching, I think I’ve found it: the ideal tool kit to keep in your vehicle
Data of Sasquatch sightings in a new preprint finds a strong correlation with bear population density
Producing 286 million metric tons of carbon pollution, the ConocoPhillips Willow project will double the emissions the administration hopes to save through renewable energy progress elsewhere
Just as cozy with remarkable technology? Consider me a convert.
Why people keep running into trouble on the highest peak in Los Angeles County
Sure, everyone has a light on their phone, but preparedness nerds, we need something more
From electric off-roaders to heavy-duty trucks for towing trailers
One man’s journey to become the person his dog thinks he is
Others can’t compete with the latest synthetic insulation and rugged construction
Because sometimes we all need a friendly reminder
Wolves in Colorado should benefit both humans and the ecosystem, but can they survive the culture war?
“The Forest Service is embarking on an exciting study of the first-ever use of electric vehicles in a natural resources field setting”
Where most brands pursue light weight and packability, this Montana-based apparel company chases breathability
The case for modifying a cheap commuter bike instead of buying the newest, fanciest ride
Cook better for more people with this $900 hybrid pellet-propane beauty
Anyone driving an OHV on public lands in the state will need to complete a free online program
A comprehensive guide
“As the world warms, the United States warms more,” reads the latest National Climate Assessment
The ultimate standalone jacket for campfire hangs, cabin lounging, and cold-weather road trips
The Raptor R is the ultimate expression of truck as toy, the perfect way to bookend the era of internal-combustion-engine super trucks
Studs or chains? LTs or P-metrics? Here's everything you need to know to find the perfect flexible, grippy tires—no matter the weather conditions.
Packable, reliable, unbelievably warm, and surprisingly affordable
With this simple method, you'll have moist, safe, and tasty chicken breasts every time
With increasing decriminalization efforts underway, here’s what it would take to legalize weed on public lands
With a possible Antiquities Act designation looming, what is Camp Hale, and why does it merit protection?
One man’s lifelong quest for camp comfort
And everything you need to know to build your own kit
In Colorado, there’s a new ballot-first model to bring the contentious species back to the state, and it could be a prototype for the rest of the country
I added comfort, safety, convenience, and cold drinks with these unexpected additions. Here's how you can, too.
The 2024 Jeep Recon will be 100 percent electric and capable of completing the Rubicon Trail
It carries well, quickly flips open, and gets the job done
With a reliable connection, helpful app, and accurate temperatures, the Meater Plus helps elevate outdoor cooking
Behold, direct satellite-to-phone connectivity “anywhere you can see the sky”
If you don’t want your phone to ring, just turn it off
Travel safely by upgrading your car or truck’s most essential tool
I came for their looks. I stayed for their all-day comfort and all-terrain performance.
Western Rewilding Network calls for replacing livestock grazing on public lands with protected habitat for two of the most controversial wild species
It’s the only midsize pickup truck that genuinely gives you everything you want and need
The compromise offsets climate spending with big wins for oil and gas, too
A product of obsessive attention to detail, these new water jugs and faucet reinvent water storage for the outdoors
One man’s quixotic journey into vehicle safety for dogs
How to turn unexpected problems into easy solutions the next time you go off-grid
“In short, FICOR will make the outdoors more accessible, equitable, and positive to more Americans.”
And a detailed analysis of what that means for American EV drivers
Unique recreation opportunities and uncrowded wilderness abound in areas impacted by Yellowstone flood
The artist’s first-ever Web3 collection tells the story of his own journey into the outdoors
In the era of megafires and fire bans, we need a new way to hang out at base camp. Howl Campfires are genuinely warm, easy to transport, and safe to use.
The world’s first national park will reopen this week after the devastating floods. Here’s what you can expect.
By biomimicking animal fur, gear created with this innovative insulation is as warm as a puffy jacket, more breathable than a fleece, and protects the wearer from bad weather, too
The federal government’s authority to regulate greenhouse-gas emissions is at risk, as right wing Supreme Court justices rewrite American laws
The knowledge you need to find the most effective gear on a budget
An atmospheric river dumped 200 to 300 percent more moisture than usual onto the area over the weekend
Teach these to your dog, and both of you will be safer and happier outdoors
Everything you need to know about how the burning West will affect your summer
The latest pieces of clothing and knowledge that’ll help you get the most from this season’s excursions in the backcountry
A study of 20,000 pure breeds and mutts rules out breeding as a major determining factor in a dog’s personality
What to buy and what to avoid if you don’t want to pay the insane markups on new and used cars this summer
Replacing your lawn with synthetic grass reduces maintenance, eliminates mud, and can make cleaning up after your dogs a breeze
Hit the road prepared for anything, without sacrificing cargo space
We took the world’s first electric super truck off-roading to find out what it could do
Starlink promises to bring high-speed internet to rural and remote areas currently underserved by wired internet. Naturally, we had to test it.
Wisdom gained by trying, and sometimes failing, to stay comfortable outdoors
The problem with current off-road EVs is that they’re anything but practical. So we dreamed up one that is.
A ‘Washington Post’ story on Greg Gianforte’s latest hunting escapades is misleading, which is a shame, because its subject deserves much more scrutiny
The United Nation’s latest scientific assessment on climate change is clear: it’s here, it’s impacting everyone, and it’s dangerous. Is there anything we can do?