Washington Wilderness
A Senate committee advanced a wildfire bill with language that would nullify the Roadless Rule, setting up a broader public lands fight in the full Senate.
Oregon’s IP28 petition has passed the raw signature mark. If verified, the measure could criminalize hunting, fishing, trapping, farming, and wildlife management.

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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.

Human-Caused Fire Burns One-Third of California Island Known for Rare Wildlife

A human-caused wildfire burned more than 18,000 acres on Santa Rosa Island, raising concerns for rare plants, endemic wildlife, and decades of restoration work.
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Gregory Maven 58 Backpack

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NEMO Tracker Osmo Tent

A tent that is holding a place in the review category so I can figure out this website layout

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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A camp mouse raids the food bag, claims a boot, and wins a long wet night against a tired camper with coffee, oatmeal, and dignity on the line.
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Opinion

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.