The most overlooked outdoor survival strategy is right under your nose—well, five or six feet under your nose. Your backcountry comfort – not to mention survival – starts from the ground up. | Image courtesy of MaxPixel.com Ask any infantryman, and they’ll tell you that taking good care of your feet is one of the...
The best hiking boots of 2026 ranked and compared across day hiking, backpacking, and mountaineering categories to help you find the right pair for your next adventu...
Top 10 Epic Backcountry Trails and Survival Hacks for 2026 Adventure Trends – Gear Up and Go Viral Explore backcountry trails 2026 with 10 must-have survival hacks and gear for epic wilderness adventures. From navigating remote paths to securing shelter, these curated tools and techniques ensure preparedness on trails like the Appalachian or John Muir….
Eyewear can do so much more than just cut the sun’s glare … just ask GatorZ! Here’s a little secret: If you’re going to be outside during the daytime, the eyewear you choose can do more than protect your eyes from harmful UV rays. If your choice of eyewear is GatorZ, those cool-looking and flattering…
The backpack essential that nobody wants to talk about (but everyone wants to borrow) … If you’re just about sick of the sentence “Hot enough for ya?” as you are of the way summer hits the plums, allow me to introduce you to the reason that my answer to that question is “Not yet, my…
You may already know Gunprime.com as the premier spot to shop for the best deals in handguns, long guns, ammo and gear. But did you know that there are many gun manufacturers that will make special-edition firearms just for Gunprime? The latest is Freedom Ordnance, which just released a new FX-9 exclusive to Gunprime.com. The…
Garmin’s first solar charging adventure watch, the f?nix 6X – Pro Solar, delighted outdoorspeople as much as it drove spellcheckers crazy, and the next generation of Garmin adventure watches means outdoor adventurers can “Do What They Love Longer” through significantly increased battery life and new purpose-built functionality including surf, mountain biking, and climbing. The new…
Your closest companion when you’re out is the shoes on your feet. You know the drill, putting on your worn out shoes that barely fit and are falling apart at the seams. It’s time for a new pair. Why not up your game and get some that are comfortable and fit all of your duties?…
The most overlooked outdoor survival strategy is right under your nose—well, five or six feet under your nose. Your backcountry comfort – not to mention survival – starts from the ground up. | Image courtesy of MaxPixel.com Ask any infantryman, and they’ll tell you that taking good care of your feet is one of the…
When you are headed out into the great outdoors for your camping trip, nobody likes to or wants to have a heavy pack But the stories about camping are filled with the incidents of people who sought to take on less supplies in order to skimp on weight and they paid dearly for the lack…
Camping is an amazing activity that can be a beautiful experience. It can give you endless joy regardless of the weather or the hardships that you may face during a trip. An important exercise is to follow a beginner’s guide to essential camping gear before going out on a trip. Here, we share a few…
We all love our dogs, don’t we? We are prepared to go to all the extremes to ensure their safety and wellbeing, right? With that being said, nothing’s more surprising than to see a hiker with a dog that doesn’t have hiking boots on. Why? Well, it’s because hiking boots are an absolute necessity for…
Hiking through woods, enjoying the nature, as well as the peace and quiet can be one of the most exhilarating experiences one can enjoy. However, this wonderful experience can turn sour if you have the wrong boots on. It is essential to have the right protection and padding while you stomp through the wilderness. There…
Being unprepared should be the last thing on your list. If you are planning a hiking trip then think about altitude, weather, terrain and environment that you have selected for hiking. This will help you in making your hiking gear checklist and in understanding what to bring on a hike. When preparing a hiking gear…
