Ask anyone who’s spent a morning, afternoon or entire day in a hunting stand about the experience and you’ll get an earful. The quality of hunting gear matters a great deal. Though hunting stands have become more comfortable throughout the years, many are harsh...
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Hiking the Utah Hoh Rainforest
The United States has a rainforest of its own yet you rarely, if ever, hear about it in the mainstream media. Even better, a river runs through it. America’s rainforest is called the Hoh. The internal Hoh river extends all the way from the famous Mount...
5 Tips to Maximize Your Cross-Country Skiing Endurance
It is often said that tennis is the best full-body workout. Those who make the statement clearly haven’t tried cross-country skiing. If you are a downhill skier or haven’t skied, you owe it to yourself to try cross-country. Test your stamina with a cross-country...
Are Trendy Fat Tire Bikes Worthy of the Hype?
It wasn’t long ago when all bike tires looked the same. Rewind merely a couple decades and most bike tires were either regular or thin. Bicycle tire technology has advanced, leading to innovation including the creation of fat tires. Thick tires look cool, help with...
How to Pick the Perfect Jig
Ask an experienced fisherman about the best way to catch a fish and you’ll hear a jig reference within the minute. The challenge lies in finding the right jig, fishing rod and line. What separates one jig from the next? Size, shape, features and more. Here’s how to...
How to Choose a Portable Burner
Think back to the last time you were on the trails or campsite and your stomach started growling. Instead of investing time and energy in building a fire, wouldn’t it have been better to use a portable stovetop burner? Thanks to modern technology, it is now possible...
Spinnerbait, Jig or Live Bait?
To spin or not to spin? That is the question. Ask fishermen which bait is optimal and you’ll receive a variety of different answers. Some prefer live bait. Others prefer dead bait. At the opposite end of the bait spectrum are jigs and spinners. Which bait is the...
Top 10 Lightweight Headlamps of 2024 – Lumens, Battery Options, and Durability
Petzl Actik Core - $85Features: 600 lumens, rechargeable/AAA, versatile battery options, long burn time, reliable. Black Diamond Spot 400-R - $65Features: 400 lumens, rechargeable, lightweight, waterproof, multiple beam options. BioLite HeadLamp 425 - $50Features: 425...
Crabbing on the Chesapeake Bay: A Family Tradition
There’s something special about passing down a family tradition, especially one that’s been a part of your life for as long as you can remember. I had the privilege of bringing my 13-year-old daughter on her first crabbing trip that she’ll actually remember. We headed...