Essential Pieces of Must-Have Winter Gear
Get expert buying advice from a resident outdoor pro with this lineup of must-have climbing gear this season.
Outdoor Adventure
Women in the Backcountry, Part 1: Why Do Women-Only Spaces Matter?
“There it is!” Jen’s voice rang across the cirque as the mid-morning sun slithered striped shadows across the north-facing slopes we planned to ski. She pointed, I gawked. We needed to hustle: we still had a good distance to climb…
Want to Start Skiing In The Backcountry? Do This First.
What would you tell someone who wants to start getting into the backcountry? As more and more snow enthusiasts flock to the mountains, people are seeing the advantages to skiing, riding, hiking, and snowmobiling out of bounds of major ski…
8 Vanlife Myths Debunked
The sight of the open road, a casual yet classic vibe, large sunglasses and some 60’s rock playing in the background… Vanlife, am I right? The idyllic Instagram lifestyle seems so perfect. *screeching tires sound* Let’s back this up and…
Coming out of the Grand Canyon to Covid-19
In March of 2020 Covid-19 began to burn its way through the United States. The stock market was crashing, people were getting laid off en masse, zoom calls were skyrocketing and people were dying. In March of 2020, I would…
Must-Have Car Camping Gear for an Adventurous Summer
An epic lineup of this season's hottest car camping gear! Get pro advice on what you need to enjoy a night under the stars this season.
What I Wish I’d Known Before Rafting the Grand Canyon
An Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Rafting the Grand Canyon On March 19th, on a cold gray morning, I left the comfortable known shoreline of Lee’s Ferry and disembarked into the unknown waters of the Grand Canyon. Up until this point…
How to Get Outdoors Responsibly
Does anyone else feel like the world has turned upside down? Maybe you feel a push and a pull. Our coveted outdoor spaces are slowly opening up during this pandemic. You want to get out and breathe some fresh air,…
Outdoor Retail Stores Are Struggling – Here’s How You Can Support Them
We all know by now that COVID-19 is bringing massive change to our way of life. Many outdoor professionals are not able to do their daily jobs. From National Park Rangers to guides to retail employees, the outdoor community is…
“What Makes a Pro Great?” – A Conversation with Eric Poore
Core outdoor professionals are the backbone and lifeblood of the outdoor industry. They guide, educate, train, keep safe, mentor and lead a wider audience in outdoor recreation. A pro’s experience provides credible assessment of gear quality – they are, afterall,…