Bend, Oregon, is home to some of the most fascinating geological terrain in the Pacific Northwest. Towering volcanoes, ancient calderas, and fresh lava flows are a testament to the regions dramatic volcanic history, which continues to shape the landscape today. 　　If youre visiting Bend and are looking for a hike, it’s only natural to explore the area’s volcanic features. Here...

　　These are strange times for Olympians. 　　An athlete can win medal after medal, but should they be caught on camera in a compromising or hilarious situation, the ensuing tonnage of Internet memes will overshadow those accolades. Want proof? I dare you to Google French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati or Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec. 　　I fear that American Olympic triathlete Taylor...

　　I run year-round, but winter is by far my favorite time to go jogging. When it’s cold and crisp out, I can go much longer and harder, often doubling the length of my summertime routes. Afterward, I want nothing more than to eat like a bear preparing to hibernate for the winter. 　　I always figured my increased appetite was merely...

　　If youre afraid of missing out on your preferred jacket color, or just hate the Black Friday rush, fear not: For a ton of our favorite brands, Black Friday pricing is already here. But it can be hard to know which retailers are selling their wares in advance, and whats a worthy discount—theres nothing worse than spending your hard-earned money,...

　　Finding the perfect gift is easy when you have friends and family on your list who like to pair adventure with classic, outdoor fashion. Since its debut in 1973, Timberland’s iconic waterproof yellow boots have been a go-to for hardworking and hard-hiking individuals alike, thanks to their rugged but timeless aesthetic. 　　This holiday season, Timberland has made it extra easy...

　　After a busy week of work in the fast-paced city of Chicago, escaping for a breath of fresh air is an essential way to recharge. While visitors may not come to the Windy City in search of a nature experience, locals know that there is much more to Chicago than meets the eye. 　　Within a relatively short drive, you can...

　　A very cold and wet camping experience a few weeks ago reminded me of the importance of a good heater in your rig. Upon arriving at camp, I discovered that one of my water jugs had leaked about two gallons of water onto the truck bed’s BedRug liner. Shortly after that, it started raining, which turned to snow a few...

　　I press the hill descent control button in the center of the drive mode dial and take a deep breath before slowly letting my foot off the brake. The Nissan Rogue Rock Creek crests a peak and starts rolling down a steep path filled with chunky 2-inch diameter rock and loose sand. 　　The anti-lock brakes furiously buzz from one corner...

　　When I heard the news that a Georgia mom was arrested for reckless conduct after someone spotted her ten-year-old son walking alone less than a mile from home, the first thing I did was open Google Maps. I looked up the distance between my house and a nearby middle school that my six-year-old daughter sometimes walks to with a friend...

　　E-bikes have no doubt carved out a spot in the hunting industry. They are much quieter, more affordable, and easier to transport than something like a Side-by-Side (SxS) or ATV. And let’s not forget that e-bikes dont require fossil fuels. 　　Whether it’s shortening travel time to a glassing spot or aiding with hauling meat out of the backcountry, our hunting...

　　Finding the right boot for hunting can be somewhat of a maddening process. I’ve been everything from extremely disappointed and in pain with a boot sole that came off to feeling like nothing could stop me from traversing through the mountains. There’s a wide range of possibilities and a wide range of boots to choose from. The Crispi Briksdal GTX...

　　OnX Hunt provides a powerful tool for hunters. Its mapping abilities, private-public land boundaries, and satellite imagery are highly regarded in the hunting community because theyre invaluable in the field. 　　But it has much more to offer than even most power users realize. 　　I recently traveled with onX leaders to learn more about the app and apply it during a...