Tag: Kayaking

How to Break Into Cold-Weather Kayaking and Canoeing


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Paddling during the winter months can offer uncrowded waters, unmatched views, and a break from the indoors. But the risk of serious bodily harm or even death is exponentially higher, thanks to frigid temperatures. As long as a lake, creek, or other body of water isn’t completely frozen over, you can potentially still kayak […]

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The Best Duck Boots for Any Budget

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Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. When it comes to the right shoes for bad weather, there are winter boots and there are rain boots, and both serve the exact purpose you’d think they […]

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The 5 Best Dry Bags for Kayaking

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Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Whether you’re camping, kayaking or headed out on the boat, a quality dry bag is a must-have. Despite all the advances that smartphones have made in waterproofing, it’s […]

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Testing KUIU Women’s Hunting Gear in the Wyoming Mountains


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I recently spent a couple days hiking, kayaking, and horseback riding through Bighorn National Forest in northern Wyoming to put KUIU’s new women’s gear to the test, and KUIU’s long-awaited women’s line lives up to the hype. Although the company has released a few lifestyle pieces designed for women in the past, this year’s launch […]

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Women Learning From Women: All About “Becoming An Outdoors-Woman” Workshops

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Becoming an Outdoors-Woman, commonly known as BOW, is a national education program that strives to make women more comfortable and aware of the outdoor world. You can trace the history of Becoming an Outdoors-Woman to Dr. Christine Thomas. She spent her career at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources. In 1991, Dr. […]

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4 of the Best Portable Speakers for Hiking, Kayaking, & Camping

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Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. The best way to set the mood for your camping trip or lake day is to bring one of the best portable speakers along for the day. After […]

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5 Tips for Introducing People to the Outdoors the Right Way

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Older man helps show a young boy how to hold and shoot a shotgun.

Many people are nervous to do something new, and doing something new that has inherent risks can increase that anxiousness. Folks that are interested in introducing others to the outdoors have a special responsibility. It is important to communicate what to expect ahead of time so that people can make an informed decision about the […]

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Shed Hunting Michigan: How to Find a Pile of Antlers in the Great Lakes State


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Shed hunting Michigan is tough, but it can be done. As I walked past my treestand over to the puddle of standing water in the forest, I glimpsed what looked like tines poking out of the standing water. As I came closer, it immediately became apparent from the milky white coloration and the layout that […]

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5 of the Best Waterproof and Water-Resistant Backpacks For Your Next Trip


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Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Since not all of our outdoor gear can be waterproof, we need waterproof backpacks to protect that gear. I’m not sure what you pack on your kayaking or […]

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