Testing and comparing a budget Gonex pack with a high-end Arc'teryx pack for backpacking.

If I say, “Guess where I heard about this recipe,” and you answer, “Wait, wait, don’t tell me,” you would be right. As in the NPR quiz game show.

Not all backpacking gear lives up to the hype. In this video, I share the backpacking gear purchases I regret the most, why ...

Are you tired of cramming for finals under stuffy, fluorescent lights? Do you yearn for the outdoors? Backpacking can help — all you need is a destination, a backpack and a plan. In Preparation ...

A popular café in Windsor will soon be unveiling a new nighttime offering following an extensive refurbishment.

Time is in short supply. You'll never regret reveling in nature, sleeping under the stars, or challenging yourself on an ...

Yosemite looks simple in photos, but a first visit can get complicated fast. From packed parking and seasonal road limits to tough hikes, bear rules, and limited phone service, these are the things ...

Plan a 2026 getaway to this breathtaking Ohio state park for scenic trails, beautiful views, and an easy outdoor reset.

At 28, I still lived at home and couldn't save for a down payment or for rent. I figured starting my own business in Thailand ...

Gear up for spring camping with these REI picks, including a Yeti backpack cooler, an MSR camp stove, a Lodge cast iron pan, ...

The Friends of Haleakalā National Park seeks enthusiastic and fit volunteers for a strenuous two-night backpacking service ...