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Can one truck do everything? I think this one can.

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Exploring the desert and cacti is so awesome and surreal that you'll feel like you're on another planet. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's fourth stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.

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The Mexico of your dreams still exists at the hiking and mountain-biking playground of Rancho Cacachilas

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And how to tell if you really need one

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Go to this massive California destination for the hiking, but stay for its spectacularly colorful early mornings. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's third stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.

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At just $40, the bamboo Countertop Composter is a bargain and will keep you from sending food waste to landfills

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From beers on the river to a family picnic, the Compass has you covered

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The gear and knowledge you need to stay comfortable overnight in the snow

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Six towns and cities with awesome adventure potential that we'd move to right now if we could

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The mountains aren't the only things that are steep these days, but you don't have to spend your life savings on after-ski libations

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Rock climbing, getting lost, and scouting for rare birds are all perfect pursuits in California's Pinnacles National Park. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's second stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.

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The start of spring is one of the best times to travel, thanks to perfect weather, fun festivals, and a screaming flight deal to the Virgin Islands

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Vehicle rental sites like Outdoorsy and Turo are insanely popular, but like becoming a host on Airbnb, there is a lot you should consider before leaving your prized adventuremobile with people from the internet. One vanlord shares his wisdom.

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Our favorite tools for making quick and healthy food

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If you buy the right one, it can be one of the only tops you need for the entire winter season

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Reservations at California's national and state parks are more competitive than ever. Here's how to increase your chances of scoring a spot this summer.

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New Zealand's South Island is undoubtedly one of the world's most beautiful places, where golden beaches and dense rainforests border the snow-capped Southern Alps and adventures are endless. But for those of us who can't pick up and move to Christchurch, here's a definitive guide on how to make the most of your time there.

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You don't have to spend a ton to pull off a dreamy getaway

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Play hard, but go easy on your wallet

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Mexico’s 775-mile-long Baja Peninsula is a magnet for travelers in search of their own arid slice of adventure paradise. From surfing to mountain biking to beach lounging, here’s how to get off the beaten path and do it right.

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The Rambler 10-ounce Lowball is an everyday essential

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The author, a proud son of Nebraska, and his wife were in a funk after a move from the soothing heartland to the noisy canyons of Chicago. What better cure than a trip down a short, muddy stream that's often interrupted by dead trees and barbwire fences?

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The stunning Paparoa Track is the country’s first new Great Walk to be completed in 25 years, and is unlike any to come before it. Our reporter scored a spot on opening day.

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As told by Emily Clausen, Outside's email marketing specialist and a former culinary chef

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And the details on how to install them

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These vacuum-insulated containers will keep your soup warm again and again this winter

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Or why you should absolutely make room in your bag for those shrimp skewers on your next trip

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So you want a rooftop tent? Here's what you need to know before deciding which type best suits your needs.

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Tents, cargo, and tools don’t belong on top of your vehicle

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It's a vessel. It's a koozie. It's perfect.

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The chemistry doesn't do much to keep you safer—and it may just add toxins and cost innovation

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Of Utah's five national parks, Zion stands out for its geological wonders, a place where water and sand meet to form arguably the most dramatic landscape in the country. Here's our primer on how to see it all, from big hits like Zion Canyon and the Narrows to the gems many visitors overlook.

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From camping with a $140 Walmart kit to building an adventure van on a budget, these were the Outside-produced videos that served you best

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Give an old tent new life with these at-home fixes

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From unexpected snowstorms to below-freezing bathroom breaks, winter camping is a wild adventure. Some nights, you relish the hilarity of navigating tent poles with numb fingers. Other nights, you'd rather show up, sit back, and crack open a beer. If you're ready for the latter—a mix of chilly excursions and heated luxury—it's time to treat yourself at one of North America's best winter glamping sites. Here are our favorites.

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Whether you want to eat more vegetables or make your own trail food, these cookbooks should be on your wish list

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If you're looking for a proper off-road trailer that won't require taking out a second mortgage, this tow-behind model is the one for you

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Rumpl and Loki team up for comfort

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Invest in these splurge-worthy gifts for the whole crew

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I love it dearly, but it's not something I ever would have spent my own money on

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He's tested them, and now they're very on sale

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Beautiful places, kind people, and great food aren't just nice things to experience—they're key to good mental health

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He put four standouts through the ringer to see how they stacked up

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Fixing it yourself is a cheaper and faster solution than waiting for a gear shop to do the job

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Thanks to a couple inventors, a handful of national parks might be the best places to take your propane canisters to keep them out of landfills. But why hasn't the process taken off across the country?

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A self-described tequila snob on why he's adding whiskey to his backcountry repertoire (and a recipe for the perfect Manhattan)

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Our Gear Guy tested the top small coolers to help find what's right for you

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Cory McDonald's main goal was to restore his health on the Pacific Crest Trail. Becoming a YouTube star, getting stalked, and meeting the perfect girl were just exhilarating extras.

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Our Gear Guy's inexpensive hacks for backcountry travel

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A warm meal is a game changer in the backcountry

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You can get away on a dime at this time of year

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Keep the cold at bay with these 9 moves that you can do anytime, anywhere

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It isn't just the astounding geological wonders that give our country's first national park its allure, from 500 geysers that erupt up to 400 feet into the air to deep glacier-carved valleys and fossil forests. The vibrant megafauna and endless backcountry terrain make it one of the wildest areas in the country. And if you know where to go, you can avoid the crowds.

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Putting away your equipment correctly will allow it to last for years to come.

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Getting ready for next summer starts now

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John Plant created a huge following on his channel, Primitive Technology, by making silent videos of himself fashioning tools and erecting shelters with just what he finds in nature. Now he's releasing a book so his fans can join in.

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Melting snow for drinking water isn't as easy as it sounds

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Here's what the expanded regulations mean for thru-hikers next year

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The GoFastCampers Platform isn't just a rooftop tent or bed topper. It'll transform your pickup into a better truck.

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A controversial Interior Department advisory committee has made a series of recommendations aimed at privatizing campgrounds on public lands

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It should actually be fun

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Forget the hatchet—the Buck Compadre Froe has your camp wood-processing needs covered

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Don’t let a little precipitation keep you inside

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Forget haunted houses and corn mazes. Head out to the woods instead, where the real scares await.

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This handheld, flavor-filled burrito will warm up the coldest campsite morning

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These experiences will help you connect to the land while respecting the indigenous cultures that have long inhabited it

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Whatever your adventure, here’s the gear to get you on your way

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Warm, durable gear for extreme adventures

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Better to drift apart with love than to strangle a friendship by trying to make it work when it doesn’t

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The odds of dying from a falling tree may not be as slim as they used to be. Here's why—and what to do about it.

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Do it poorly—or not at all—and you could start the next catastrophic wildfire

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There's an easy and quick getaway for fall leaf peeping, no matter where you are in the region

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Skip the crowds at the national parks and head to these amazing monuments instead

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After nearly a month of testing in Alaska and Yosemite, the shelter can best be described as a guilty pleasure

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Fall clothes that look as good as they work

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The brand's classic design continues to impress me

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A sharp knife is a safe knife and a useful knife. But as you use your blade, it will grow dull

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