It’s officially picnic season, and in New York City, where I live, that means heading outdoors to one of many glorious parks to soak in a bit of sunshine and nature and escape the concrete jungle.

Camp chairs come and go in our lives. We tend to be hard on them even when we aren’t doing things like river and backcountry trips that have special requirements, such as their need to be lighter and ...

Maren (she/they) is a freelance writer and audio producer. She formerly worked as an editor and podcast producer at Outside. She grew up in the national parks of Colorado and Utah, where she learned ...

When it comes to the ultimate essentials for summer day hikes and outdoor meetups, a light pack and something to relax on when you reach your destination are up there for the most important kit, along ...