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A black bear died after becoming trapped inside an unlocked car in Colorado Springs as Colorado reports a sharp increase in bear sightings and conflicts.

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Black Bear Dies After Getting Trapped Inside an Unlocked Car in...

A black bear died after becoming trapped inside an unlocked car in Colorado Springs as Colorado reports a sharp increase in bear sightings and conflicts.

Born Primitive Cuts Ties With Aron Snyder After Coyote Video Resurfaces

Born Primitive has cut ties with hunting personality Aron Snyder after a resurfaced coyote video drew criticism and renewed debate over hunting ethics.

Team USA Wins 13 Medals at Innsbruck Para Climbing Stop

Team USA won 13 medals at the World Climbing Para Series stop in Innsbruck, Austria, including five golds across para climbing categories.

Outdoor Retailer Heads to Minneapolis With a Different Pitch

Outdoor Retailer’s 2026 Minneapolis show is taking a different shape, with Backcountry Garage, creator programming, buyer access, and a broader push to rethink the outdoor trade show.
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Gregory Maven 58 Backpack

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NEMO Tracker Osmo Tent

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Schnee’s Granite Mountain Boot

The Schnee’s Granite 0G is a burly, waterproof mountain hunting boot built for sheep, goat, elk, and steep-country hunts.

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Most Expensive Hiking Boots Aren’t Worth It

Most expensive hiking boots promise durability, support, and premium materials, but most hikers don’t need them. Fit, comfort, and terrain matter more than price.

Why Ramen is the Perfect Outdoor Meal

Ramen may not be fancy, but it’s one of the best outdoor meals around. It’s cheap, lightweight, easy to pack, fast to cook, and exactly what you want after a long day outside.

Politicians are Worse for Hunting than Poachers

Poachers damage hunting, but politicians can do more lasting harm by cutting access, weakening habitat protections, and turning wildlife management into political theater.

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