How to use a compass for navigation when GPS fails
It's a shame how many people don't know how to use a compass, especially when the National Park Service lists it as a top 10 safety item. Here's how to get started.
3 duct tape camping hacks: Why it should always be in your hiking or camping kit
One of the most useful scenarios for duct tape is out in the wilderness, so be sure to pack some on your next camping outing. Here are some uses for duct tape while camping.
How to calculate hiking time and plan for being away
OK, so you have the proper hiking gear, but did you calculate how long you're going to be gone? No? Well, here's how to calculate hiking time.
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How to plan a day hike: Essential tips for beginners
Essential tips for mapping out your route, packing the right gear, staying nourished, and ensuring your safety on the trail. Follow these steps for a successful day hike. -
This easy trick tells you which merino wool base layer is right for your activity
In this article, we'll break down base layer weights and share a nifty trick to help you choose the right layer weight for your outdoor needs. -
Explore responsibly: Tips for leaving no trace in nature
Learn how to apply Leave no Trace principles to your next outdoor adventure. And the see you (responsibly) on the trail. -
This amazing drone video details what it’s like to summit Mount Everest
DJI drones capture vertigo-inducing videos that provide viewers with an unprecedented look at the majesty of Everest. -
Fuel up this summer with the best dehydrated backpacking meals
Thanks to the latest in freeze-dried food tech, you really can have your chili (or backcountry flan) and eat it on the go, too. -
Here’s everything you need to pack for a trip to Yellowstone National Park
Enjoy everything Yellowstone National Park has to offer while staying safe and well equipped with these must-pack outdoor essentials. -
Want to climb to the top of the world? Here’s how long it takes to climb Mount Everest
Unless you plan to set a record, you'll need to set aside serious time for your ascent to the top of the world. -
Study reveals haunting truth wabout getting lost in the wild—and how to avoid it
We usually don't think to brush up on survival skills when we are enjoying the best national parks the country has to offer, But it's important to be prepared. -
A complete guide to hiking the John Muir Trail in California
The John Muir Trail requires patience and planning. The Manual's guide explains how long it takes to hike the John Muir Trail and what you need to do it. -
My go-to method for packing a tent in a backpack that keeps gear dry and balanced
When you’re out for an overnight hike in the wilderness, you'll want to be amply prepared for the experience. That means knowing how to properly pack your tent. -
7 real locations from outdoor movies to explore
No matter what outdoor hobbies you enjoy, chances are you've seen these cinematic portrayals. Now you can visit the real landscapes and filming locations. -
This is how to avoid getting sick while camping
Establishing a few best practices will help you and your family avoid getting sick in the great outdoors. -
These are 8 of the most dangerous hikes in the world
Here are eight trails to get the adrenaline pumping, and perhaps make you hold on for dear life. -
The best hiking snacks to fuel your time on the trail
Not all snacks are created equal, most especially when it comes to fueling your outdoor adventure. -
All the camping toiletries you need for a weekend (or a week) in the woods
It's an essential step that many people forget, but you want to pack a few items to clean up after an all-day hike or fishing adventure. -
What is rucking? The latest TikTok fitness trend that has been around for ages
Here's what you should know about rucking – the latest TikTok trend, including what it is, the benefits, and top tips for rucking enthusiasts
Snow Sports
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Jake Canter on Creativity, Comebacks, and the Mindset Behind an Olympic Run
Jake Canter stood above the Milano Cortina slopestyle course and surveyed the terrain with a laser-like focus. Then, with a determined slap of his hands, he ollied 90 degrees and dropped in for his third and final run, needing a near-perfect performance for a medal. Rolling down the course, he executed precise boardslides, a double […] -
Jones Howler Review: Freeride Precision with Freestyle Instincts
I hiked toward the Continental Divide, perched above the back bowls of Copper Mountain, and took in the Tenmile Range. Up ahead, the snow-covered, teepee-like heights of Peak 1 (12,805 ft), Peak 2 (13,580 ft, and Peak 6 (12,573 ft) unfolded before me. Then, as I reached the Ski Patrol shack, I noticed something: the […] -
Natural Selection DNA: Burton High Fidelity Snowboard Review
Testing Burton's High Fidelity Snowboard in the Canadian Rockies. -
Frisco, Colorado: The Cozy Basecamp Between Colorado’s Biggest Mountains
I stepped out the door of Hotel Frisco and turned left, and walked west down Main Street. A snow dusting lingered from the prior weekend and covered chairs and lined sidewalks. The air was calm, quiet. Multi-colored Christmas lights wrapped around lampposts, like the swirls in a candycane. Mount Royal loomed over the horizon as […]
Camping
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Honda Base Station hints at the future of compact electrified travel trailers
While Honda is a household name for many reasons, building futuristic electric travel trailers isn’t one of them. Now, the iconic automaker is looking to change that with the debut of its all-new Base Station concept. While Honda lists its new Base Station as a “prototype,” it hints at a very bright future for electric […] -
Hyundai’s sleek new Staria electric campervan is a beauty, but there’s a catch
Electric RVs are almost certainly the way of the future, and campervans are no exception. Hyundai just unveiled a fully-loaded, off-grid-ready version of its understated Staria van, and it’s a thing of beauty for vanlifers. But there’s a catch. The reimagined Staria is an all-electric camper van from the powertrain to the fully-applianced kitchen. Hyundai […] -
Airstream’s World Traveler 22RB is among the company’s most affordable RVs ever
Few names are as synonymous with road-tripping as Airstream. But the brand’s iconic “silver bullet” travel trailers often come with a sky-high price tag. Now, the company wants to change that with the debut of one of its most accessible models ever. The new World Traveler 22RB relies on the same World Traveler chassis that […] -
Deuter’s Duffel Pro Roller 90 might be the year’s best adventure travel bag
Yes, we’re only two weeks into 2026. But, I’m calling it now: Deuter may have just created the year’s best, most versatile bag for adventure travelers. The all-new Duffel Pro Roller 90 is a near-perfect hybrid bag. It combines the roomy packability (90 liters, as the name implies) of a duffel bag with the free-wheeling […]
Hiking
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Delivery drone helps stranded hiker in first-of-its-kind Arizona mountain rescue
Drones have become a nuisance for many hikers despite strict laws prohibiting their use in US National Parks and other wilderness areas. But this recent story out of Arizona proves they can also be used for good. Earlier this month, a helicopter flying a routine patrol over Phoenix’s Camelback Mountain spotted a hiker attempting to […] -
The Roccia Vet Woolfelt boot by Diemme x Hiking Patrol is hiking refined
Hiking Patrol and Diemme unite for their fourth collaboration that introduces a new iteration of the Roccia Vet Woolfelt -
These are the best U.S. states for hiking, according to a new study
According to a new study from outdoor brand KÜHL, some states are far better trail territory than others. -
Mizuno’s latest hiking shoe gets tailored elegance from Margaret Howell
Mizuno and Margaret reimagine the brand's iconic hiking shoe with more style and technical features.