Indefinitely Wild
How to Start Ice Climbing
The Gear You Need to Start Ice Climbing
How to Jump-Start a Dead Battery
This Test Proves How Essential Snow Tires Are in Winter
A Winter Emergency Kit for Any Driver
Traction Control, Explained
Gift Ideas for Outdoorsy Partners
Truck Stuck? We Put Maxtrax to the Test and It Did Not Disappoint.
What’s the Best Way to Heat a Tent in Winter?
How to Cook Elk and Other Wild Game
The Updated Ford Ranger Can Handle All of Your Gear—and Any Adventure
Turkey and Campfires Is a Combo We’re Thankful For
Voice Mail Won’t Rescue You. This Advice Will.
Let’s Talk Layering
Turn Your Dog into a Proper Adventure Pup
The All-New Toyota Tundra, Reviewed
What to Know Before You Buy Your Next Sleeping Bag
Want to Camp Comfortably This Winter? Get a Canvas Tent.
How to Keep Your Gadgets Charged Outdoors
The Case for ATVs
The $40 Water Filter We All Need
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Big disasters, such as the winter storm that shut down Texas’s power grid, are relatively rare. But you might be surprised to learn that boil-water advisories, like the one put into effect during that storm, are quite common. Fortunately, preparing to have clean drinking water on hand, no matter the scenario, is easy. In this video, Wes Siler explains why absolutely everyone should keep one of these $40 MSR Home Emergency water filters around. He also shows a couple of other options that can make your drinking water even safer.