A hiker makes a Leave No Trace confession, and we’re here to dole out penance—and a piece of advice. “I was on a solo hike a few weeks ago and, well, I really had to go. There was just no time—I crapped right next to the trail. I feel really bad.” –Incontinent in Idaho Dear…
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Every state has a unique draw system for unique reasons. Nevada has built their system around the idea that you should have a chance, albeit slim in many cases, year in and year out while awarding applicants for their loyalty every year with bonus points. Want to play the game in Nevada? Here is what…
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Get ready for the gnarliest hikes with these tips—and a simple, 9-week training plan. In the mountains, fitness means safety.Couch potato is a lifestyle choice. Make a different one: Start training, stop complaining, and yadda yadda yadda, you’re a trail-eating beast. You’ll thank us later when you’re flexing a rippling quad while pointing some outdoorsy…
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When you purchase a TenPoint Crossbow, there is much more behind the bow than a quiver and some bolts. Beyond the cutting-edge design and precision manufacturing tools, TenPoint gets involved with conservation projects aimed at preserving land, air and water, while also sponsoring special community events that benefit our youth and especially those with illnesses,…
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National parks are wildly popular: In 2017, people traveled outside with nearly 331 million visits to national parks, monuments, and historic and cultural sites maintained by the National Park Service. This isn’t a revelation to any hiker who’s spent enough time outdoors to get a sunburn in recent years. Head to the nation’s most popular national…
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No tractor, no problem. A large chunk of trophy bucks come from hunters who use food plots. This isn’t always feasible for every hunter. And, you might think you don’t have the right equipment to plant your own plot. Don’t worry, though, you don’t need a tractor. If you’re willing to work for it, you…
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Mission is all about creating bows that employ get-it-done technology and then backing that up with world-class support. Their rigs are very easy on your wallet, and you will be hard pressed to find a more versatile lineup anywhere. Mission is about growing the sport of archery. Mission’s Hype DTX spans 31 inches between the…
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Busting common myths about stretching, caffeine, and more. 1. Myth: If you aren’t sweating, you aren’t working hard enough. Let’s be honest, you can work up a sweat just lounging around on a hot summer day. You don’t even have to be moving. That’s because your body produces sweat to cool itself down. According to…
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An expert personal trainer shares tips on a post-hike recovery regimen that’ll keep your trail legs strong. Recover today, hike stronger tomorrow. photo: Image Catalog / Flickr1. Coast into camp to reduce cramps Recovery should start before you reach camp. When you are within 5 to 10 minutes of camp, slow your pace to a lower intensity. This…
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Hamburgers on the grill are foundational to every summer holiday. But too often one is like another is like another. Here’s how to make your burgers stand out from the crowd and make you the grill master in demand. One key to grilling the best burgers is starting with the best ingredients. In the case…
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