How-To

8 Trail Running Snack Hacks

Rachel Davidson

Substitute your expensive REI trail snacks with these easy DIY alternatives.

Vanlife: How to Survive Your Dream Journey On A Shoestring Budget

Jess Bonde

The do's, don'ts and hot tips to make the most of your vanlife journey and return in one piece.

10 Things To Consider When Hiking While Pregnant

Alex Trudeau Viriato

A six day trip in the Canadian Rockies, while expecting our second son.

7 Tips for Backpacking With Your Significant Other

Jess Fischer

The backcountry is one heck of a team building challenging, better prep for it!

5 Steps to Improving Your Night Photography

Garrett Graham

Time to dust off your headlamp and get shooting.

5 Ways to Instill a Love of Nature in Your Kids

Brynn Schmidt

Teach your kids to love nature and wildlife at an early age and they will carry that passion into their teenage years and beyond. Here are some ways we did this with our boys.

How to Find the Perfect Spot to View the Eclipse

Michael Wigle

The eve of the great American solar eclipse is upon us! This year will be spectacular as the eclipse will travel coast to coast giving millions an opportunity to experience it. With thousands of miles in the zone for totality, where is the best place to go?

It's Crucial to Leave No Trace during Solar Eclipse Travel

Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics

Mementos: What I Collect from My Outdoor Adventures

Mayson

Why I started to collect and document all the places I have visited outdoors.

The 7 Stages of Planning Your Next Adventure

Jess Fischer

We've all been there...

Here’s How to Avoid the Summer Crowds in Banff and Jasper National Parks

Matt Van Swol

Tips from someone who learned the hard way!

5 Photography Tips for 24 Hours at Great Sand Dunes National Park

Michael Osborne

Make the most of your day trip to one of Colorado's natural wonders.

Under the Mountains: An Idiot's Guide to Caving

Dan Bernstein

How to pack up, do everything wrong, and love caves in 5 easy steps.

How to Go Whale Watching in Washington (for Free!)

Josh Hollandsworth

Whale watching doesn't need to cost a fortune or take an entire day. Learn to utilize technology and enjoy a variety of whales from a vantage point on the shore!

How to Make Blueberry Bacon Pancakes while Camping

Alex E

Make that next camping breakfast more elaborate and leave your camping partners speechless.

How Learning Wilderness First Aid Seriously Upped My Hiking Game

Emily Pennington

The NOLS Wilderness First Aid course is a crucial addition to any hiker's tool belt.

7 Steps to the Ultimate Weekend Getaway

Kammok

​Reclaim your weekends for adventure.

How to Prepare Food for Friends on Multi-Day Treks

Cara Rensing

I'm going on a six day trek with three others and took on the task of preparing ALL the food. From scratch! Read what to consider, what to remember, and my 6 day meal plan.

10 Tips for Photographing the Ocean

Abby Shepard

Love the ocean? Take awesome photos while you're there.

10 Tips for Camping in Yosemite

Nick Kaimakis

Snagging a site in Yosemite isn't easy, but it's always worth it.

4 Things Photo School Won't Teach You

Garrett Graham

Not everything can be taught in a classroom.

My Top 5 S'more Concoctions

Kalli Hawkins

One of the best things about camping is the golden brown marshmallows s'mores. Here are five ways to step up your s'more game!

How to Cook Cajun Shrimp Boil in a Dutch Oven

Alex E

Add a traditional cajun meal to your next camping trip!

How to Make Cowboy Coffee that Actually Tastes Good

Alex E

Make cowboy coffee that tastes good and doesn't leave you with coffee grounds in your teeth.