Camping Tips, Tricks And Gear

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Park Ranger Salary: What to Expect From a Career at the State or Federal Level


Park Ranger Salary

This is what you can expect from a park ranger salary. One of the more unique careers involving the outdoors is that of a park ranger. Whether they are at the state or federal level, our rangers help protect the precious natural resources we all know and love on our favorite public lands. They are […]

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The 10 Best Flashlights for Outdoorsmen and Women Today


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These are the 10 best flashlights for outdoorsmen right now. Today’s flashlights offer up some of the best features in a torch that we’ve ever seen. Today’s flashlights boast long battery life, powerful LEDs, and well-built cases. Sure, we love our headlamps and our spotlights, but when it comes right down to it, we’re just […]

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How to Estimate a Hike’s Duration Based on Length, Difficulty, and More

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How to Estimate a Hike's Duration

How are you supposed to estimate the time it takes to traverse a hiking trail? Here’s the formula and extra considerations. When planning a hike in a new location, it is common to wonder how long that hike might take. A lot of factors come into play, including the obstacles on the hike, weather conditions, […]

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6 Budget-Friendly Wearable Sleeping Bags for Your Next Camping Trip

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Campers swear by wearable sleeping bags for cold-weather camping. When shopping for sleeping bags, you should take the temperature rating seriously, especially if you’re camping in the fall or winter. Campers worldwide are finding out that wearable sleeping bags have fantastic temperature ratings and are also extremely comfy. Anyone who’s ever spent a considerable amount of […]

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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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