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We're diving into the transition from traditional textiles to synthetic (plastic) materials, how synthetic materials are contributing to the climate crisis, outdoor retail companies striving for change, and what you as a consumer can do to help.

Turkey Hunting 101: Navigating the Spring Turkey Season

March 28, 2024May 28, 2024Hunting, Outdoor Adventure, Women in the Outdoors Lauren Whiddon Leave a Comment on Turkey Hunting 101: Navigating the Spring Turkey Season

Like all hunting, the harvest is often the desired outcome, but admiring the new growth of spring, taking advantage of the longer days, and witnessing a strutting tom’s extravagant courtship ritual can become cherished rewards and lifelong memories.

ProView – Thule AllTrail 25L Review

March 26, 2024April 2, 2024Backpacking and Hiking, ProView Gear Reviews, Thule, Travel Timm Döbert Leave a Comment on ProView – Thule AllTrail 25L Review

The Thule Alltrail 25L Daypack is comfortable and a great choice for hiking, travel and everyday use, with a sustainability footprint that exceeds industry standards.

Best Practices for Catch and Release Fishing

March 21, 2024April 12, 2024Conservation & Sustainability, Outdoor Adventure, Stories, Women in the Outdoors Michelle Beadle Leave a Comment on Best Practices for Catch and Release Fishing

By adopting these best practices and making a few simple gear modifications, we can help keep it accessible to all for generations to come.

ProView – Outdoor Research Shadow Wind Hoodie Review

March 19, 2024March 19, 2024Outdoor Research, ProView Gear Reviews, Snow Emily Parnay Leave a Comment on ProView – Outdoor Research Shadow Wind Hoodie Review

Outdoor Research’s Shadow Wind Hoodie is a durable, stretchy, packable, ultralight wind shell perfect for adventures that get your blood pumping!

ProView – Sterling Bartleby Gym Bag Review

March 14, 2024March 14, 2024Climbing, ProView Gear Reviews, Sterling Joshua Brower Leave a Comment on ProView – Sterling Bartleby Gym Bag Review

The Sterling Bartleby bag is an incredibly durable and versatile hybrid backpack for gym and coffee shop goers. I love the handful of small, useful features including the gym membership card, 180 degree opening, and numerous pockets.

ProView – TREW Gear Women’s Trillium Jacket + Bibs

March 12, 2024March 12, 2024ProView Gear Reviews, Snow, TREW Gear Amanda Cruz Leave a Comment on ProView – TREW Gear Women’s Trillium Jacket + Bibs

After a month of testing in multiple conditions and different types of terrain, I’d say that TREW’s Trillium bib and jacket combo are both incredibly versatile, and functional outerwear choices.

Climbing Dreams: Nurturing a Revolution in Malawi’s Vertical Landscape

March 7, 2024April 12, 2024Nonprofit Spotlights, Outdoor Adventure, Stories Outdoor Prolink Pro Leave a Comment on Climbing Dreams: Nurturing a Revolution in Malawi’s Vertical Landscape

Outdoor Prolink supports The Global Climbing Initiative and Climb Malawi through a training for rising climbing leaders

ProView – TREW Gear Men’s Tatoosh Jacket + Bibs

March 5, 2024March 12, 2024ProView Gear Reviews, Snow, TREW Gear Tyler Stern Leave a Comment on ProView – TREW Gear Men’s Tatoosh Jacket + Bibs

I’m a huge fan of the Tatoosh bib and Jacket and would strongly recommend them to any friend who is looking for an insulated ski kit. I would buy them again in a heartbeat given what I have experienced, and…

5 Gear Updates for Backcountry Spring Skiing

February 29, 2024March 29, 2024Outdoor Adventure, Stories Sam Chaneles Leave a Comment on 5 Gear Updates for Backcountry Spring Skiing

Seasons change -- so should your gear considerations! I’ll run through 5 changes I make in my ski pack as winter turns to spring.

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