When winter settles in and the trails disappear under a blanket of snow, snowshoeing becomes one of the most accessible, rewarding ways to stay active outdoors. Whether you’re chasing quiet forest loops, exploring backcountry ridgelines, or simply getting fresh air with family, snowshoeing offers a low-impact, beginner-friendly way to enjoy winter. Here’s everything you need to know to get started—plus...

As hunters and anglers, we depend on healthy wild places—clean water, abundant wildlife, and intact habitat. But with that privilege comes responsibility. Ethical outdoorsmen and women have always been stewards of the land, and one of the best frameworks for that stewardship is the Leave No Trace (LNT) philosophy. While originally developed for hikers and campers, the seven Leave No...

When you’re deep in the backcountry, far from a stove or grocery store, having lightweight, high-calorie meals ready to go can make or break your hunt. Dehydrating your own meals is one of the best ways to save money, cut pack weight, and eat nutritious, flavorful food after a long day in the field. Why Dehydrate Your Own Meals? Dehydrating...

Volunteering for wildlife conservation is one of the most direct and rewarding ways to make a positive impact on the natural world. Whether it’s restoring wetlands, banding migratory birds, or helping plant native vegetation, there are countless opportunities to get involved across North America. Here’s how to find the right project, what to expect, and how your efforts can make...

As the days grow shorter and the air takes on a crisp edge, anglers know that fall is one of the best times to hit the water. Cooling temperatures spark migrations, feeding frenzies, and some of the most scenic fishing experiences of the year. Whether you’re chasing trout in mountain streams or stripers along the coast, fall offers a unique...

PFAS — the so-called “forever chemicals” — are increasingly being found in wild waterfowl and terrestrial game (especially near contamination hotspots such as military bases, airports, wastewater/sludge sites, and industrial areas). PFAS concentrate in organs (liver > muscle), can show up at levels that trigger state “do not eat / limited consumption” advisories, and the main way hunters are exposed...