Folks headed to the backcountry for Thanksgiving can feast on turkey and all the trimmings.

From the iconic howl of a coyote to the terrifying shriek of the puma, these are the the most freakish animal noises you'll hear in nature.

The rainy season in Portland may be, well, rainy, but it can still be amazing for outdoor lovers. Here's, 10 reasons to celebrate it.

As devices become more integrated into a child’s development, it is more important than ever to make outdoor activity a regular part of life from an early age.

From peak bagging to sea kayaking, here are 10 Northeastern autumn adventures not to be missed.

Looking for a great day trip from Atlanta? These Georgia hikes, some less than half an hour from the city, offer some of the most scenic hiking in the southeast.

These 15 Tennessee hikes will get your blood pumping—with views of mountain ranges, plateaus, and valleys as far as the eye can see.

When you think of a hammock, you probably imagine a forested setting with the hammock swaying gently between two trees. Or maybe you think of something a little more tropical…two palm trees, a hammock, a white sand beach, and a view of the crystal-clear ocean. But, did you know you can actually hang a hammock indoors? The best indoor hammocks he...

With close to ten thousand miles of coastline, there’s a lot of sand to sort through to find the best beaches in Virginia. This list covers the can’t-miss beaches. From resorts to quaint historic seaside villages, these Virginia beaches are favorites among locals and visitors alike. Each beach offers something different to explore. There’s a per...

You’ve tried a hammock once and you’re hooked. Or, maybe you’re just enchanted by the gentle swaying and would like to try it yourself. You might even be a long-time hammock user looking to add a comfortable new model to your collection. Whatever your reason for a buying a portable hammock, rest assured that the best models provide ample comfort...

If you’ve never tried it before, sleeping in a hammock might not seem all that comfortable. But with the right hammock, the correct hang angle, and the proper sleeping position, it’s actually quite comfortable to sleep in a hammock overnight, whether you plan to do so solely while camping or on a more regular basis at home. Here’s exactly how to...

When you think of Georgia, the first thing you may think of is a nice, juicy peach. But this southern state isn’t only a dream destination for their delicious fruit and dazzling cities, but also for their incredible beaches!  While most people may consider going to one of the Carolinas or Florida for their beach vacation, Georgia beaches are amo...

It’s just another day at the office. Day in and day out, you’ve been hard at work. You can’t help but daydream about your next big move: a vacation. Images of beautiful white-sand beaches and green coves flash through your mind. You’ve got it: you’ll go to see the beaches in Hawaii! You deserve this! A getaway to a paradise on Earth with delicio...

Camping in a hammock is one of my absolute favorite ways to enjoy an overnight trip into the great outdoors. Sure, tent camping is great as well, but few things beat the gentle, relaxing sway a hammock at night. Plus, sleeping in a hammock brings you up off the cold, wet ground (and away from any creepy crawly bugs!). Depending on your hammock m...

From a bloody Civil War battlefield with the cries of ghostly soldiers to a chilling subterranean world, the tales on the spookiest trails in America are sure to quicken your pace.