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The Top-Rated Cooling Towels Keep You Comfortable in the Heat


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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 you go camping, hiking or spend a lot of time outside — especially during the summer months –  it can be easy to overheat and start to […]

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PHOTOS: 10 Weird Animals With Unique Looks, Traits, and Habits

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Whether you’ve seen them in person or not, we’ve all heard of unusual animals, whether it’s the tree-dwelling sloth, the duck-billed platypus, or a flying fish. The animal kingdom certainly does love variety, particularly when it comes to the unusual ways animals have evolved to cope with their environments. With more than 1.3 million species […]

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Alex Gentry of Women’s Outdoor Collective on Life, Hunting, and Connecting with Like-Minded Women

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Hunting, fishing, and adventuring outdoors is for everyone, no matter your gender, age, or background. It’s great to be able to share the stories of this diverse community, and help amplify the voices that, in the past, may not been heard quite so easily. For this latest Q&A, we caught up with hunter, angler, founder […]

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These 11 Camping Products Are Perfect For A Summer 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.  Summer camping is the best — and camping when it’s warmer outside comes with perks like swimming, lighter clothing, and grilling for family and friends. As long as […]

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

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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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7 Most Comfy Hiking Leggings for Women: Year-Round & Winter Hiking


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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 you’re out in the backcountry, having uncomfortable hiking gear can turn a thrilling hike into a miserable day.  Having high-quality hiking gear can make a huge difference for day […]

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