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The Hot Springs Revolution: Why Thermal Baths Are Making a Comeback
Columbia Sportswear’s Ultimate Guide to Recharging in Nature’s Spa BY: NANCY BOUCHARD Hot springs are Mother Nature’s way of showing she cares; after tossing mountains, deserts, and rivers our way,...
Backpack Like a Guide: Smart Packing for Serious Trails
BY: NANCY BOUCHARD “Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away. ” Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Backpacks are lifelines...
Seeking A Summit: An Introduction to Peak Bagging
From backyard hills to Everest thrills: peak bagging is an adventure you might not have heard of, but one you'll want to start. BY: NANCY BOUCHARD You don’t need to...
No Reservation? No Problem: The Subversive Guide to Outdoor Travel
Columbia's tips on last minute outdoor adventures BY: NANCY BOUCHARD Can’t get reservations? Don’t cancel the trip, cancel the rules There are two types of people: planners and those who...
15 Tips for Staying Cool This Summer While Being Active
Whether you’re hiking, fishing, paddleboarding, or trail running, here are some ways to keep from overheating BY RACHEL CAVANAUGH Spring has arrived and it’s the perfect time to get outside...
How To Wear a Neck Gaiter
From the classic neck wrap to the creative “wanna-beanie,” here are all of the best ways to wear a neck gaiter BY RACHEL CAVANAUGH If you love playing outside in...
How To Choose a Backpack
From hiking backpacks to urban duffel bags, here’s your guide to picking the right pack for you BY RACHEL CAVANAUGH When it comes to choosing a backpack, it can be...
Winter Jackets Just Got Even Warmer Thanks To This Gold Space Suit Material
Less than a year after Popular Science named Omni-Heat™ Black Dot one of 2020’s “100 Greatest Innovations,” the technology platform is back with another iteration BY RACHEL CAVANAUGH Ever since...