Camping & Outdoors

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    13 Great Places to Go Skinny-Dipping

    If you haven’t gone skinny dipping — felt the one-of-a-kind sensation of submerging naked in a natural body of water — it’s something to put on your bucket list. For naturist and nudist organizations and clubs around the country, it’s…

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    11 of the Coolest Races for Runners This Summer

    Running alone outside or in the gym is satisfying for some, but many runners crave a bit of competition, motivation to train, or just some good old-fashioned fun. That’s where summer road races come in, and there are plenty to…

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    14 Memorable and Challenging Multi-Day Hiking Trips

    National and state parks in the U.S. offer some of the most rewarding hikes and camping to be found anywhere. Pristine nature is abundant, and for the cost of a couple of permits, a hike that lasts several days can…

  • 14 Hiking Essentials Under $30

    Now that spring is in the air (in most parts of the country), Mother Nature is beckoning hikers onto the trails again. Outdoor stores are stocked with pricey gear, and novices can easily be tempted to overspend on equipment designed…

  • 10 Rock Climbing Gyms to Conquer Nationwide

    Some indoor rock-climbing gyms cater to children celebrating birthday parties or company team-building retreats. Gyms for serious climbers can be much more exciting. Even the ones with the toughest routes have beginner-friendly areas and rent out harnesses, shoes, chalk, and…

  • 11 Ways to Catch Football Games for Less

    The average non-premium NFL ticket cost $84.43 last season, according to Team Marketing Report, up 4.2 percent from 2013. Want to catch a playoff game or the Super Bowl in person? Expect to pay thousands. There are cheaper ways to…

  • 20 Amazing Hikes in the U.S.

    The benefits of hiking … let us count the ways: a sense of adventure, connection with the great outdoors, an excuse to exercise, time away from it all. But some…

  • 12 Outdoor Workouts Perfect for Social Distancing

    Spring has sprung and it’s time to move your workout from the stuffy gym to the fresh air outside. Taking exercise outside is cheaper than working out in a gym…

  • 50 Scenic Campgrounds Under $20 in Every State

    Camp sites are getting expensive. Spend up to $50 a night and all you get are loud neighbors, a picnic bench, and a fire pit. Glamorous camping (aka glamping) might…

  • 11 Ways to Throw a March Madness Party on the Cheap

    March Madness is quickly approaching and throwing a party to cheer for any of the 68 teams in the weeks-long tournament is what a devoted fan of college basketball does.…