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12 Great Holiday Gift Ideas for Hikers

Dec 10, 2024 | stepoutside.org | Todd Smith

By Todd Smith Photograph Courtesy of Turtle Fur Trying to choose the perfect gift for the hikers on your holiday list can be a tough assignment, simply because there are so many fun items to choose from. Fear not! This season we’ve taken the worry out of gift-giving by choosing 10 amazing gear items that are sure to bring a smile to every trail lover on your list.
Skier’s Guide To The Best Last-Minute Spring Vacations

Feb 2, 2024 | stepoutside.org | Amy Whitley

Go west! This year, it hasn’t been uncommon for ski resorts in the Far West and Rocky Mountain region to report nightly snow fall in feet (not inches), with some base depths as high as 235 inches in Northern California. In Tahoe, Heavenly Mountain Resort has announced an extended season through April 28, 2019, plus a three-day weekend May 3-5.
10 Amazingly Affordable Ski Resorts for Spring Break

Feb 2, 2024 | stepoutside.org | Amy Whitley

Value, a warm-atmosphere, and quality terrain make these hometown ski resorts perfect for spring break getaways. ByAmy WhitleyPhotograph by Peter Morning and June Mountain Large ski resorts boasting high-speed quad chairs, multiple dining venues, and scenic ski base villages aren’t the only option for your spring break ski trip.
How To Catch More Winter Bass And Walleyes Right Now!

Jan 11, 2024 | stepoutside.org | Colin Moore

Don’t let cold weather stop your winter fishing fun. Here’s how to catch more bass, walleyes, perch and crappies up North and down South right now. ByColin MooreEven in the middle of winter, fish still warm the hearts of anglers willing to brave the elements to catch them. Regardless of where they swim, fish don’t stop eating just because it’s winter.
Is It Time To Start Competing?

Jan 5, 2024 | stepoutside.org | P.J. Reilly

ByP.J. Reilly So you’ve been shooting your bow in the backyard or at the local range for a while now, and you’re feeling pretty good about your skills. Is it time to take the next step and start competing? How old should you be to compete? How do you know if you’re ready for competition? The truth is, there is no right or wrong answer to those questions. It’s all personal choice. You should go when you feel ready for the challenge.
Youth Trap-How to Join In the Fun Right Now

Dec 9, 2023 | stepoutside.org | Bryce Towsley

Youth trap shooting is one of the fastest growing participation sports for teens in many areas. And joining in the fun is easier than ever. Here’s how to get started. ByBryce M. TowsleyPhotograph Courtesy of Paul Erhardt—Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation With 40,000 young trap shooters scattered across the U.S. today, it’s easy to find a youth shotgunning program near you.
Layer Up To Stay Comfortable Outdoors in Any Weather

Dec 7, 2023 | stepoutside.org | Todd Smith

Working from the inside out, here’s what my layering system looks like. Photograph Courtesy of Patagonia Boxers and Briefs: When I’m headed out in cold or wet weather, I leave my cotton shorts in the drawer and reach for synthetic briefs. Nike, REI, Kuiu, Under Armour, Patagonia, and Saxx all make good options depending on whether you feel more comfortable in compression-type briefs or something a little roomier.
14 Amazing New Ski Products for 2024

Nov 28, 2023 | stepoutside.org | Todd Smith

ByTodd SmithPhotograph courtesy of TREW Ski season is finally here and a new trove of quality gear items are arriving at your local ski shop just in time. Here are some of this season’s hottest new gear items; designed to get you and your gear to your favorite ski destination with ease and keep your comfortable on the slopes no matter what the conditions are.
Snowshoeing: Get Your Family Started The Easy Way

Nov 25, 2023 | stepoutside.org | Amy Whitley

Our winter sport expert shares five easy tips for choosing snowshoes, winter gear, and destinations to get your whole family snowshoeing this season. ByAmy WhitleySnowshoeing is something the whole family can enjoy almost anywhere. You just want to make sure you match the kinds of snowshoes you buy to the types of terrain you’ll be hiking in most. Bummed that the summer hiking trails will soon be covered in white?
How To Raise Your Kids To Be Expert Skiers

Nov 9, 2023 | stepoutside.org | Amy Whitley

Our ski and snowboard expert shares her personal tips on how to instill a lifetime love of skiing in your kids. ByAmy WhitleyThere is no perfect time to introduce kids to skiing, but age 3 is a good time to start. Just make sure kids are comfortably dressed and lessons aren’t too long. When I take my three kids skiing, everyone carries their own gear, puts on their own boots and helmets, and gets themselves easily out onto the slopes.