A waterproof shelter, sleeping bag and sleeping pad are three of the most important pieces of kit you'll need when bedding down in the great outdoors on a cold night. Usually those three things are ...

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Serious campers, hikers and long-distance athletes know that one of the best ways to stay fit and healthy as you move through the wilderness is by getting a good night’s sleep. A bivy sack (“bivy” is ...

A warm and comfortable sleeping bag tops the list of must-have gear for any camper, whether you’re sleeping near your car at a local state park or snoozing deep in the backcountry. Simply put, you ...