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10 Backpacking Hacks for a Lighter Pack
Ten ways to safely trim the pounds off your backpack without sacrificing camp comfort or investing heavily in new gear.
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Top 6 Tips for Winter Hiking With Kids
Safely explore winter trails with the kids, and have fun doing it. Here are a few tips to successfully winter hiking and snowshoeing with children.
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10 Tips for Hiking With Toddlers
Take your toddler on the trail and avoid temper tantrums with these hiking tips about gear, snacks, safety, and more.
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Backyard Nature Learning Activities for Kids
From building wildlife habitats to applying compass activities to geometry, these backyard learning activities keep kids healthy, engaged, and curious.
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Klik Belts 2-Ply Tactical Search and Rescue Belt Review
When you are out on a search, the last thing you want to think about is your pants falling down. This review of the Klik Belts 2-Ply tactical belt tests out a trouser-securing device that won't let you down. From a search and rescue perspective, this may be the ultimate outdoor belt.
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5 Safety Tips for Spring Hiking
As snow recedes and wildflowers bloom, the trail calls to hikers in springtime. Follow these five safety tips for safe hiking in spring.
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Diaper Bags for Dads
Though the paisley diaper bag is stocked with supplies, some fathers may feel awkward carrying it while they are on baby duty. Check out these alternatives for manly diaper bags for dads.
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How to Make Coffee While Backpacking
How do you get your caffeine fix while backpacking? This article explores several methods for making coffee while camping.
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Five Safe Hiking Tips for Fall
From slippery leaves and disease spreading ticks to potentially being mistaken for a deer, hikers must take care when hitting the trails in autumn.
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How to Use Magnetic Declination With a Compass
If you depend on a map and compass for wilderness navigation you should learn about declination. This article teaches you how to compensate for magnetic declination while traversing the wild.
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How to Add Topographic Maps to a Garmin 62s GPS
How can you easily install topographical maps on a Garmin GPSmap 62 series global positioning system? Find out in this tutorial.
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Review of the Ultralight Keen Marshall Hiking Shoe
In this 100-mile review, the Keen Marshall hiking boot is thoroughly tested during backpacking and hiking trips.
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How to Clean Smelly Sandals
Why do my sandals stink? Find out why those stinky sandals are so funky and how to remove the smell from your favorite summertime footwear in 6 easy steps.
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What Is a Trail Register?
What is a trail register? It is more than a ledger tracking the comings and goings of backcountry users. It is a chronicle of adventure, detailing the impressions of time well spent in nature.
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Hiking Trail to the Eternal Flame Falls at Chestnut Ridge Park
Hike to the Eternal Flame Falls and see the wonder of a waterfall passing over a natural gas flame! Here's how to reach this treasure at Chestnut Ridge Park in New York.
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What Kind of Knife Does TSA Allow on Planes
With impending changes to the TSA prohibited item list, small knives will now be allowed in airplane cabins. This article offers tips and selection advice for the best knife to carry on a plane.
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How to Save Money and the Environment on Keurig Coffee K-Cups
Do you love your Keurig, but hate the expense of buying K-cups? In addition to the price tag, there are environmental concerns with disposing these coffee pods. In this article, we explore a few ways to reduce the monetary and environmental costs of a delicious cup of Joe.
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How to Join a Search and Rescue Team
If you love the outdoors and want to help other people when they need it most, you may want to join a Search and Rescue team. This article provides tips and explains some of the training involved.
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The Most Dangerous Way to Cook SPAM
Who knew that cooking SPAM could be dangerous? A young Scout leaves out a crucial step in making his favorite meal on a camping trip.
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What Should I Put in My Wilderness Survival Kit?
Ever wonder what to include in a wilderness survival kit? Be prepared for any outdoor emergency by assembling the right equipment into your survival gear. With a little preparation, you can survive with just a few things in your pockets.
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How to Cook an Omelet in a Freezer Bag for an Easy Camping Breakfast
Cook an omelet in a freezer bag for a delicious camping breakfast with minimal clean up and maximum taste.
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Why Tarps are Better Than Tents
Sleeping under a tarp is an act of rebellion, a rebellion against a world that hides behind walls. From ultralight backpacking to swinging in a hammock, tarps are the best way to lighten your load and lighten your mind.
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Review: Esee Izula Neck Knife for Survival and Backpacking
The Esee Izula neck knife is the perfect companion for wilderness adventures. Backpackers will love the simple elegance and survivalists will admire the stout construction.
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Do You Really Need a Bear Canister?
Make it harder for bears to find an easy meal by packing all of your camping food into a bear-resistant container.
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How to Become a Lightweight Backpacker
Hike further and faster by adopting lightweight backpacking. These are my top tips for carrying a lighter pack.
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Review of Husqvarna Evolution Reel Gas-Free Lawn Mower
If you are looking to save money and help save the environment, think about mowing your grass with a push reel mower like the Husqvarna Evolution.
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How to Finish Your Adirondack 46 With a Trail Backpacking Loop Over Seven High Peaks
What's it like to backpack in Sawteeth, Gothics, Saddleback, Basin, Gray, and Dix Mountains over a 3-day period? My experience involved a slight fall, a bad weather bivy, an unplanned ceremony, and a meeting with a bear.
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Review of the Keen Gypsum Hiking Boot
Looking for a review of the Keen Gypsum hiking boot? From my experience, this tough new waterproof hiker conquers the trails while cushioning your feet. Here are the results after several months of field testing throughout my outdoor adventures!
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Gear Review: The North Face Angstrom 30 Pack
Can the Angstrom 30 pack from The North Face hold up to months of abuse? In this review, I show how this pack fares as a carry-on travel, hiking, and work pack.
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Mountain Hardwear Dry.Q Elite Victorio Jacket Gear Review
Looking for a jacket to push to the limits of outdoor adventure? Check out this review of the Victorio jacket from Mountain Hardwear. In this review, I test the durability, breathability, and waterproofness of this new Dry.Q Elite jacket.
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Cotton Kills: Why Is Cotton Bad for Hiking?
The meaning behind the term "cotton kills" and why you shouldn't wear it for backpacking or hiking clothing.
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How to Wash and Waterproof a Rain Jacket
Does your backcountry rain jacket need to be waterproofed again? Here's how to clean and condition the DWR on Gore-tex, Mountain Hardwear's DryQ Elite, and other garments.
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How to Purify Water When You Are Camping or Backpacking
Giardia and Crypto to Hepatitis A and E. coli can lurk in water gathered while camping/hiking or in an emergency. Be prepared by knowing how to purify water.
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Helpful Tips for Camping on a Budget: Packing Lists and Making Foil Dinners
Are you attempting to camp on a budget while still having fun? Get ready for an outdoor adventure with a camping equipment list and instructions for making foil dinners!
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How to Buy Hiking Boots: Secrets From a Footwear Manager
Are you looking to buy new hiking or backpacking boots? A footwear manager and backpacker guides you through the boot-buying process.
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10 Tips for Safe Hiking: How to Prepare for a Day Hike
Even though hiking is a rewarding activity, it also has potential risks. A slippery rock can turn a simple day hike into a complex rescue mission. Outbound Dan offers ten tips to hikers on how to stay safe in the outdoors.
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How to Use a Warranty to Replace Your Boots
Ever have a pair of boots that leaked, blew out a seam, or fell apart after only a few months of use? Read more to see if the defective boots can be replaced per their warranty service.
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How to Make a DIY Gear Sling for Climbing
Learn how to easily make an inexpensive do-it-yourself climbing gear sling in about 30 minutes. Perfect for climbing, mountaineering, and search and rescue.
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Essential Skills for Night Hiking: Finding Your Way With or Without a Headlamp
So you want to go night hiking? Taking a hike in the darkness is more complicated than just grabbing a flashlight and heading down the trail. Use these trail-tested techniques for a safe night hiking experience.
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Choosing the Best Stove for Your Camping Adventure.
What is the best backpacking stove for your next wilderness adventure? This article covers the advantages and disadvantages of the most popular types of camping stoves.
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The History of Hiking the Appalachian Trail
The 2,100-mile Appalachian Trail from Maine to Georgia attracts millions of hikers each year. Explore the history and culture of hiking the Appalachian Trail.
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What to Do in a Sleeping Bag for Twelve Hours
It's the dead of winter, 20 below zero, you're zipped securely in your sleeping bag, and it's only 6 PM. You have another 12 hours until the sun comes up. This article explores some nontraditional activities to keep boredom at bay while keeping warm in your winter camp.
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The Art of Solo Backpacking and Hiking
Did you know that it's possible to have a safe and enlightening wilderness experience as a solo backpacker and hiker? Here's how you can manage your risk appropriately along with other skill sets you'll need to navigate the wilderness alone.
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Hiking Cliff and Colden Mountains in the Adirondack High Peaks
Join Outbound Dan for a winter backpacking trip into the Adirondack High Peaks. Dan hikes up Cliff and Colden mountains and takes in the beauty of Avalanche Lake. Though a spell of unseasonably warm January weather makes for interesting challenges, it is those obstacles that make cold weather...
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How to Plan a Groundhog Day Party
Are you stressed out looking for ideas how to host this year's Groundhog Day party? Never fear, from traditional dress and what to serve for supper to the latest games like pin the tail on the groundhog, this article gets you started planning your own fest.
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The Ancient Origins of Groundhog Day
This article explores the origins of Groundhog Day and the deep relationship between man and groundhog throughout the ages. It is time to credit this burrowing rodent with inspiring advances in human civilization and science.
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How to Wash and Waterproof a Softshell Jacket
Do you know how to wash and waterproof your softshell jacket? Take care of your technical garment and restore breathability and waterproofness with these helpful hints to properly maintain the DWR on your softshell apparel.
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Winter Camping Water Purification Guide
Backpackers and hikers must change their water gathering and treatment tactics for winter adventures. This article explores the best ways to treat water and melt snow while in the backcountry.
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Review of the Waterproof Mountain Hardware Epic Glove
In this gear review, Outbound Dan Human evaluates the Epic glove from Mountain Hardwear and tests its waterproof claims. From mountaineering to search and rescue, the Epic glove is put to the test.
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How to Avoid Social Interaction at Parties
Do you dread parties and the threat of meaningless social interaction? Though your presence is mandated, avoid an antisocial appearance by using one of these techniques. Yes, you may never have to talk to another person again. Caution: Extroverts may find difficulty understanding this article!
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Review of The North Face Verto Summit Series Jacket
Outbound Dan Human reviews the Verto Jacket from The North Face Summit Series. This lightweight jacket holds up to the rigors of backpacking, hiking, snowshoeing, and paddling adventures.
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Is Hiking Good for Weight Loss? Here's Why It Works
Are you looking for a fun and easy way to lose weight without going to the gym? Try hiking! Hiking is a fantastic fitness exercise for the body and the soul.
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How Not to be a Total Loser on New Year's Eve
Use these suggestions to spice up your party life on the craziest night of the year. You'll surely have a happy New Year.
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The Basics of Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is a fun way to explore the snow covered backcountry. If you ever wondered about how to start walking on snowshoes, getting started is easier than you think.
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Why Santa Is the Best Lie My Parents Ever Told Me
Each year our children are intentionally misled into believing that an omniscient chubby man in a red suit is responsible for delivering presents to them at Christmas.
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A Loop Hike in the Niagara Gorge From Devil's Hole State Park
Join outbound Dan Human on a short loop hike into the Niagara Falls Gorge from Devil's Hole State Park, down the Whirlpool Stairs, and into the gorge past the iconic Giant Rock.
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Adirondack 46 High Peaks: Hiking Street and Nye
Though Street and Nye are amongst the most unimpressive of the Adirondack 46 High Peaks, they are still majestic mountains in their solitude.
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The Best Knives for Backpacking: Choosing the Right Outdoor Knife
A well-made knife can be a great hiking companion. Outbound Dan reviews several knives from multi-tools to neck knives for backpacking.
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Backpacking Survival Stories: Using a Knife to Escape From a Falling Sled
In what began as a simple solo snowshoeing trip in the Adirondack backcountry, a momentary lack of safety protocol pits a backpacker against potential death. Only a knife can change his fate.
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Review of the North Face Terra 35 Backpack as a SAR 24-Hour Pack
In the search for the perfect Search and Rescue 24-hour pack, here's why Outbound Dan finds the Terra 35 from The North Face a durable and comfortable option.
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Climbing Snow Princess Cascade Slide: Adirondack High Peaks
Are you heading up to the Adirondack High Peaks to climb Cascade Mountain and Porter Mountain? Join me in my climb up the Snow Princess Cascade slide.
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Winter Driving Survival Guide
Be prepared for the perils of winter travel with this survival kit list. Use this roadside gear list to avoid disaster, dig out your car, stay the night, or walk out.
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Gear List for Winter Backpacking and Hiking
An experienced backpacker shares his winter backpacking list of all the gear you need for cold-weather camping.
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An Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike in Pictures
What's it like to do a 2000-mile backpacking trip along the Appalachian Trail? I recount my memories of the southbound thru-hike through a collection of pictures.
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The 10 Essentials of Hiking
From local day hikes to extended backpacking trips, everyone should carry these 10 essentials while outdoors.
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Best Gift Ideas for Backpackers and Hikers
If you need grea gift ideas for an outdoor enthusiast, check out these suggestions for presents any backpacker would love.
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My Mistress Oswegatchie: A Poem for an Adirondack River
The Oswegatchie River winds 137-miles through the Adirondacks and Northern New York and is a terrific place to paddle. This poem explores a canoeists relationship with that river.
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Backpacking the Cranberry Lake 50 Trail in the Adirondacks
The Cranberry Lake 50 trail is a 50-mile wilderness backpacking route that passes through the Five Ponds Wilderness Area in the Adirondacks, offering solitude and great scenery.
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Pumpkin Carving for the Absolute Moron
This guide shows how even a complete moron can learn to carve their own jack-o'-lantern without doing major harm to themselves and others around them.
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Backpacking on a Budget: An Experiment
Backpacking offers a complete physical, mental, and spiritual experience however it can be expensive. Have backpackers become too obsessed with gear? Is there a way to backpack on a budget?
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What to Put in a Family Bug Out Bag for Disaster Preparedness
Be prepared for the next hurricane, tornado, earthquake, flood, or disaster with a portable survival kit. Every family needs a portable survival kit for any emergency.
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Celebrate National Knife Day on August 24th
A knife enthusiast and collector muses upon National Knife Day on August 24th. He vividly recounts why he started collecting, how Scouting helped his knife passion, and why he carries a knife daily.
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How to Use a GPS for Search and Rescue Operations
GPS units are essential to successful search and rescue teams. This step-by-step guide illustrates the most common SAR GPS tasks. Directions work well for a Garmin Map 60 and other units.