Camping & Outdoors

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    22 Things to Do on the First Day of Summer

    The country has waited through snow, wind, cold, and rain, and as of June 21, summer will officially be here. Can you taste the cocktails with little umbrellas, smell the charcoal burning on the grill, and hear the sound of…

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    20 Fun Ways to Get Outdoors as a Family for Cheap

    Outdoor activities can breathe a little fresh air into family life, as well as become the stuff of priceless memories. Simple pleasures are often the most rewarding — and the most affordable. These 20 activities range from light-hearted and laid-back…

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    30 Gorgeous Spots for Spring Hiking and Camping on a Budget

    Spring is in the air, and campers and hikers around the country are ready to get outside to enjoy the many national and state parks the country has to offer. It’s no coincidence that National Park Week starts on April…

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    20 Money-Saving Ski Passes for More Fun at More Places

    Skiing and snowboarding are notoriously expensive pastimes. Last season, the average price of an adult weekend lift ticket at the nation’s resorts was $109. Frequent skiers and riders, however, can cut the cost significantly by purchasing a season pass to…

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    See a Game for Less: The Cheapest Teams in Every Pro League

    Going to a sporting event can be pricey, but some stadiums are cheaper than others. Each season, Team Marketing Report ranks the most and least expensive teams across the major professional sports leagues. The publisher of sports marketing and sponsorship…

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    Keep That Healthy Glow: 13 Tips for Prolonging Your Summer Tan

    After dedicating hours by the pool or enjoying weekends at the beach, sunbathers want to preserve that vibrant glow as long as possible. Summer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean a tan has to suffer the same fate.…

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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…

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    24 Great Golf Courses to Play for Less Than $50

    Not every golf game requires a club membership or three-figure greens fee to play. Even at more expensive golf courses, including some members-only clubs, it’s possible to get decent discounts…

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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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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.…

  • 8 Cheap Camping Tips

    We’ve compiled a list of eight cheap camping tips to use this summer. Why? Because camping, believe it or not, can cost as much as hotel/motel stays. In an ideal…

  • The Best Cheap Sun Hats for Women, Men, and Children

    Summertime: The weather can sometimes bring delight and sometimes bring sweat and sunburn. Trading a spring jacket for a sun hat helps ward off those twin evils. Any cheap hat…