The Importance of Using a Bear Canister when Backpacking in Our National Parks

When it comes to backpacking, everyone has their own style. The industry is focusing more and more on customizing their gear towards each backpacker. There are few rules when it comes to your personal backpacking style, except when it comes to safety. The National...
Outdoor Retailer 2019: Summer Market

Outdoor Retailer 2019: Summer Market

Outdoor Retailer 2019: Summer Market   The Outdoor Retailer Summer Market took place in Denver, Colorado June 18 – June 20.  The Denver Convention Center was packed with top brands showing off their newest gear and designs.  All three days the Convention Center...

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Backpacking the Appalachian Trail

Backpacking the Appalachian Trail

Spanning 14 states from Georgia to Maine, the 2,192-mile Appalachian Trail (AT) sees three million visitors each year. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the trail for a few hours or become a 2,000-miler, there are a few things to know before backpacking the AT. Best...

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Third Party Reviews of Outdoors Geek’s Rental Tents

Third Party Reviews of Outdoors Geek’s Rental Tents

At Outdoors Geek we take great pride in the quality of gear we rent.  We are constantly reevaluating our rental gear and watching the industry for new products.  Our selection of tents is the result of years of research and testing.  Of course, we think our tents are...

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Outdoor Retailer’s 2019 Snow Show

Outdoor Retailer’s 2019 Snow Show

By all measures the Outdoor Retailer's 2019 Snow Show in Denver was a success.   A great representation of outdoor brands, thousands of outdoor enthusiasts,  and all the right outdoor celebrities made for a great experience.  Typical of most large industry trade...

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Trekking from Rim to Rim of the Grand Canyon

Trekking from Rim to Rim of the Grand Canyon

Crossing the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim is a raw and rugged challenge.   The experience of the full tour is one of the most intimate ways to experience the Grand Canyon. The views of the canyon are unbelievable and physical challenge is legit. This trek is not to be...

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Petroglyph National Monument, New Mexico

Petroglyph National Monument is a repetitively new park, that did not exist when I was a kid. I have been to Albuquerque, a number of times but have never had the chance to explore this park. Have you? Whats your favorite thing to do here?

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Cedar Breaks National Monument, UT

When I was around 8 or 9, on a family vacation with two of my cousins. We visited Cedar Breaks and Bryce Canyon. Both amazing parks and great memories. With winter here Cedar Breaks is to cold to visit but… “I am dreaming of warm camping, just like the ones I use to know. Where the treetops glisten and children listen to hear the birds tweet…”

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Red Rock Canyon, BLM, Nevada

Our magical adventures carry us off to the majestic BLM land of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area just out side of Las Vegas, NV. I have been to the park many times, which is set up as a big loop with many places to stop along the way to take a hike or take in the beauty of the South West.

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Wilder Ranch State Park, California

I found myself in the Bay area once not all that long ago and saw a neat looking state park off to the south. The park has a little bit of everything – very nice views, Redwoods, rugged coastline, meadows, and even a historical museum.

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Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, WI

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, WI

One day I hope to actually visit the Great Lakes in person. Do you have any favorite spots or special places you would like to eventually visit around the Great Lakes? This week my virtual adventures carry me off to Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in WI.

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