14 Camping Skills All Backpackers Should Know
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15 On-Trail Skills All Backpackers Need to Know
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Cherries Flambe Is the Flaming Camp Dessert You’ve Been Waiting For
Class up your camp with these backpacker's crepes.
The Best Cold Weather Baselayers for 2022
Staying warm in cold weather starts with reliable baselayers. Our experts have rounded up the best tops and bottoms to keep your core warm and dry.
Ortovox 3L Ortler Jacket
Most breathable
How a Jogging Stroller Saved My Outdoor Life
Being a new parent is hard, but being able to share your favorite thing with your baby makes it a little easier.
Mammut Kento Light HS
Lightest shell
REI Co-op Westwinds GTX Jacket
Most durable shell
Mountain Hardwear Exposure/2 Gore-Tex Paclite Plus Jacket & Pant
Shell with the best protection
Black Diamond Highline Stretch
Most versatile shell
Arc’teryx Gamma SL Hoody
Best softshell
Mountain Equipment Impellor Shakedry
Best shell makeover
Flylow Davis Jacket
Best windshell
BlackYak Brava
Most breathable shell
Patagonia Torrentshell
Shell with the best value
Pass/Fail: Backpack With a Baby
Are mother and son ready to trade the crib for a tent?
Making Friends With Snowshoes
Skill: Turn strangers into friends. Tool: One pair of snowshoes.
Columbia Outdry Ex Diamond
This jacket never wets out. Period.
Recipe: French Toast
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