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Are You Smarter Than a Boy Scout?

Scoutmasters wrote the book on camping, and built an army of pack-toting teens. But do the troops truly rule when it comes to outdoor skills? We pitted three Scouts against three average readers to find out.

How to Do Everything - Hiking

From navigation to staying dry to predicting the weather, our primer will have you dialed.

The Manual: Win a Camp Cookoff

Ideal appetizers, perfect wine pairings, desserts, and advanced techniques.

Reader Tip: Double-Duty Firestarter

All you need is toilet paper and a little olive oil.

Cast a Wild Animal's Track

Take that grizzly print hope with you with this fool-proof technique.

The Manual: Take Your Dog Hiking

Make Fido's next trip doggie heaven with our tips on finding pooch-friendly trails, loading a dog pack, and treating injuries.

Backpacker's Guide to Family Camping

A realistic, hassle-free handbook for taking kids outdoors

Master Alpine Starts

Boost your summit chances and beat lightning storms with a smooth early-morning start.

How to Read a River

When runoff turns a nice stream nasty, use these tips to cross safely.

Gear School 2009

Tent leak like a sieve? Boots stink like a compost pile? Don't worry. Class is now in session. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this in your one-stop, do-it-all user's guide.

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