REI Co-op member sale: Get an extra 25% off trail gear this weekend
REI Co-op members, now's the time to buy trail clothing and trail gear as you can get an additional 25% discount on top of the retailer's lowered prices.
Rainy day? You can still tee off with this new Carl’s Place golf simulator screen
On April 9th, 2025, the golf simulator company Carl's Place launched the brand-new High-Contrast Gray Golf Impact Screen, designed to transform the experience of indoor golf.
Unicamp’s Sienna Pop Top brings mid-sized minivan camping back to the masses
Turn any 4th-generation Toyota Sienna minivan into a go-anywhere campervan with a standard hybrid powertrain and available AWD.
Want to see wildlife up close? Head to these 7 national parks
KÜHL has just released a new study that ranks the top 10 U.S. national parks for wildlife spotting based on species diversity and visitor interest across eight categories
Escapod drops Topo2 MTB: The first-ever travel trailer built for mountain bikers
The featherweight, four-season travel trailer is a go-anywhere, mountain-biking basecamp with serious off-road chops.
When is golf season? Here are key dates to know
Golf season is tricky to pin down, primarily because it can vary depending on where you are in the world. Here are some key dates to know about golf season.
Runaway Campers’ Venturist is a rugged “squaredrop” towable for minimalists
The minimalist design belies its long list of off-road ready features and optional creature comforts designed to take you anywhere.
Grand Canyon camping fees are rising: Here’s what you need to know
Starting on May 1, 2025, Grand Canyon National Park is implementing a fee increase for front country standard campsites at major campgrounds.
The best things to do in Big Bend National Park: An adventure you’ll never forget
There are lots of things to do in Big Bend National Park -- this list simplifies your visit so you see the best gems it has to offer.
Why the XGIMI MoGo 3 Pro is my go-to projector for travel and camping
The XGIMI MoGo 3 Pro portable projector is lightweight, wireless, modern, and easy to use. Here's why it should be your travel go-to, based on my one-month test
Aterra Slide-In truck camper transforms your pickup into an overland-ready rig
With maximum versatility for pickup owners looking for an overlanding rig that's exactly as dialed-in as they need it to be.
The 20 best U.S. national parks to explore now
Soaring mountains, dune-covered deserts, glacial lakes, primeval forests, and red-rock canyons set the stage for special adventures in splendid national parks.
The 2025-26 Ikon Pass adds a must-visit North American ski spot
If you've ever considered getting the Ikon pass, the 2025-26 winter season is sizing up to be a great year with the addition of Le Massif De Charlevoix in Canada.
Traeger introduces the Flatrock 2 Zone: a compact griddle for small outdoor spaces
Traeger's new Flatrock 2 Zone griddle packs pro-level performance into a compact design—perfect for small patios and big flavor.
Why more Americans are solo camping than ever before
This year, The Dyrt's 2025 camping report has an interesting new twist: solo camping is officially on the rise for the third year in a row.
Rumpl Wrap Sack is the Goldilocks “un”-sleeping bag you never knew you needed
The clever design isn't quite a sleeping bag or a camp quilt. It's somehow both and neither, and we absolutely love it.
Crater Lake’s 2026 closure means now’s the time to visit
Crater Lake, which is the deepest lake in the United States, is closing for three years starting in 2026. Here's what you need to know before renovations start.
My thoughts on InfinaCore’s P3 Pro: A must-have portable power solution
The P3 Pro has been highly anticipated ever since it was unveiled at CES 2024 and was successfully backed by a Kickstarter campaign. Here's how it holds up.
Outside Van’s Baseline is the perfect blank canvas for your DIY campervan build
Get a professionally designed head start for your next campervan build with Outside Van's purpose-built "blank canvas" for vanlifers.
Experience nature at its finest: The best national parks to visit this May
So, you’ve got a free weekend in May? There’s no better place to spend a glorious spring weekend than at one of our gorgeous national parks. Here are my top three recommendations!
REI releases upgraded Half Dome 2 Tent with new features for better camping
Ror their 45th anniversary, REI released an updated version of the Half Dome 2 Tent for the spring along with their brand-new collection of clothing and gear.
LGA takes things back to basics with the minimalist CrashPad trailer camper
The clever, lightweight towable is a covered cargo/gear trailer by day, and a go-anywhere, off-road-ready camp shelter by night.
Golf made simple: Basic golf terminology every beginner should know
Golf has a ton of terms, and some of them might sound like Greek to a non-golfer. Let's fix that right now!
Stargazing in the darkest national park in the U.S. — what you need to know
While you may only view Death Valley as the hottest around, it actually breaks all kinds of other records, too. Here's how to stargaze at this iconic location.
Joshua Tree National Park to close busiest entrance for massive revamp: What to know
National Park Service is closing down all traffic from Monday, April 7th to Thursday, April 10th for some updates to the West entrance station.
Storyteller Overland’s Crew Mode is a rugged adventure van for the whole family
Storyteller Overland's first-ever family-size adventure van packs plenty of space and creature comforts, along with the brand's legendary off-road capability.
Blue Ridge Parkway begins major repairs—what to know for your trip
Officials have identified at least 57 landslides in North Carolina, but the National Park Service has mobilized several ongoing efforts to restore the parkway.
REI’s Traverse is an all-new bear canister that’s tough on bears, easy on humans
REI's all-new Traverse is its first-ever bear canister, and it features a clever modular design that's bulletproof against bears, yet easier to open for humans.
Enjoy up to 50% off from REI’s end of winter sale — hurry!
REI Co-op's end of winter sale will let you prepare for the spring's outdoor adventures or the next winter season's cold, with discounts of up to 50%.
The change at Acadia National Park you need to know before you visit
Already, several national parks like the Badlands have already made the switch, but as of April 15th, Acadia National Park will officially join the list.
Scout Campers x 10 Barrel want to give you $25,000 toward a custom truck camper
Win a custom overlanding-ready truck camper rig stocked with plenty of cold IPAs for your next big off-grid outdoor adventure.
Isuzu Basecamp is an ultra-rugged truck camper that’s ready for anything
Isuzu's D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 rugged truck camper is now available with more overlanding-friendly features than ever before.
Yellowstone’s latest mystery: a new volcanic vent discovered
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) just announced that scientists have discovered a brand-new volcanic vent that has opened up in the park.
Exploring South Dakota’s Black Hills in spring: Snowmobiling, scenic views, and more
I chatted with a bunch of locals to figure out where to go, what to do, and how to make the most of snowmobiling the Black Hills. Here’s what I learned.
National parks in Washington state: 7 hidden treasures you should know about
From the iconic San Juan Islands to hiking the peaks of the Cascade Range, there's plenty of adventure for everyone at Washington's national parks.
I tried Wild natural deodorant for a 2-day ski trip — here’s how it went
During my two-day ski trip to Santa Fe, I decided to try Wild deodorant to see if it could stand up to the stink. Here's how it went.
Witness nature’s most magical light show at Congaree’s firefly event this May
If you want a great chance to see the fireflies this year, head to South Carolina's Congaree National Park for their annual firefly viewing event.
Upgrade your trail runs this spring with Brooks’ latest shoe
Brooks Running just expanded their collection to include The Brooks Caldera 8, which is the latest iteration of its max-cushioned trail running shoe.
Lutz Minicamper is a stealthy, full-featured micro travel trailer in disguise
With a clever, hidden-in-plain-sight aesthetic and just-right features, this stealthy travel trailer is designed to camp anywhere.
Hiking Guatemala’s Acatenango volcano: A bucket list adventure for everyone
If you should ever get the chance to hike a volcano, you should do it. Here's why.
The ultimate car camping gear list for modern adventurers
Here's my ultimate car camping gear packing list for modern adventurers, as well as some of my favorite product recommendations that will make this camping trip great.
Camping hack: A clever way to pack spices for your next adventure
One of the best ways to add flavor to your camp meals is by bringing your spices. Here's how to use a plastic straw to flavor all of your upcoming camping meals.
iKamper’s latest Skycamp Mini is a sleek rooftop tent designed just for Rivian
For Rivian owners looking for a factory-fresh install, this seamless hardshell rooftop tent design is the single best option.
Arkto’s C10 micro-camper trailer is trail-ready with all the comforts of home
With a massive slide-out kitchen, room for three, and a nimble design, the C10 is ready for your wildest off-road adventures.
Jetboil’s rebooted Flash 1.0L Fast Boil is hotter, better, faster, stronger
With a residential-style "turn-and-click" igniter system, now cooking in the backcountry feels a little more like cooking at home.
From salt flats to sand dunes: The hidden wonders of Death Valley National Park
Explore Death Valley National Park: Hike dunes, wander rainbow badlands, and discover salt flats in California’s most diverse natural landmark.
Skye campervan inherits the rugged DNA of Rossmonster’s famed go-anywhere rigs
It's built tough enough to take you anywhere without leaving your favorite tech and all the comforts of home behind.
The Roof Space 4 rooftop tent sets up in just 60 seconds with room for six
With more sleep space than a Cal King, two panoramic terraces, and a 30-second setup time, this might be the world's coolest rooftop tent.
Why we switched to L.A.B. Golf’s Mezz.1 Max putter and why you might too
Everyone loves winning, which is why the new Mezz.1 Max from L.A.B. Golf is creating a buzz. 19 PGA golfers currently have it in their bags, and more are already making the switch.
Westfalia’s Wave SRT is the ultra-livable “van life” campervan of your dreams
The new Wave SRT ticks all our must-have boxes with a long list of features — all packed into a nimble, gas-friendly design.