5 Camping Meals to Start Before You Go

Combine make ahead camping meals and a little fireside cooking to spend less time in the kitchen and more time on the mountain.

By Jessica Sanders

How to Find Discount Camping Gear

Don't spend a fortune on gear you can get for less. Look in the right places and you'll have no problem finding high-quality, discount camping gear.

By Jessica Sanders

Plan a Camping Adventure in Joshua Tree

Be one of the 1.25 million people who visit Joshua Tree National Park every year. Here's what you need to know to camp, explore and stay safe in th...

By Jessica Sanders

10 Inspiring Nature Quotes

Need a little inspiration to get outside? These nature quotes, from John Muir, Sylvia Plath and others, will have you running out the door.

By Jessica Sanders

8 Reasons to Visit Capitol Reef National Park

Looking for a new destination? Capitol Reef National Park has hiking, fruit-picking, family-friendly activities and more.

By Allison Laypath

How to Choose the Right Hike

Learn how to decode hiking difficulty ratings so you can choose a hike that you'll enjoy.

By Michelle Valenti

3 Types of Running Programs for Beginners

Don't let the onslaught of beginner training plans intimidate you. Here are three running programs sure to get you started on the right foot.

By Jessica Sanders

Take a Desert Camping Trip to Anza-Borrego State Park

Catch wildflowers in bloom, explore the desert landscape and more when you visit Anza-Borrego State Park. Here's what you need to know.

By Jessica Sanders