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The Manual: Here’s everything you need to pack for a trip to Yellowstone National Park
From backpacks and boots to headlamps and hiking snacks, here are all the essentials you'll need.
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July 12, 2023
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The Manual: The ultimate ultralight backpacking gear list: This is everything you need
Our ultralight backpacking list is perfect for fastpackers, thru-hikers, or anyone who wants to hit the trail ahead with fresh legs and lightweight gear.
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September 6, 2022
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The Manual: This is How to Avoid Ticks While Hiking
A guide on how to avoid ticks while hiking
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March 8, 2022
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Person in orange jacket crouching by a rocky stream, filtering water into a plastic bottle.
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The Manual: The Best Water Filters and Purifiers for Outdoor Activities
The Best Water Filters and Purifiers for Outdoor Activities
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September 16, 2021
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Backpacker hiking alone on a narrow trail in a vast open field with mountains under a blue sky.
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The Manual: The Best Ultralight Backpacking Gear Actually Worth the Price Tag
The Best Ultralight Backpacking Gear Actually Worth the Price Tag
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September 16, 2021
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Woman drinking water through a portable Sawyer water bottle filter near a river and rocks.
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The Manual: The Best Portable Water Filters and Purifiers for Outdoor Adventures
The Manual: The Best Portable Water Filters and Purifiers for Outdoor Adventures
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September 16, 2021
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The Manual: The Best Natural Insect Repellents That Don’t Stink
The Best Natural Insect Repellents That Don’t Stink
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September 16, 2021
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Hiker in hat and backpack standing on rocky mountain ridge overlooking misty valley and distant peaks.
Reviews
The Manual: The Best Backpacking Gear for Men to Get You on the Trail in 2019
Finding the right backpacking gear doesn’t have to be complicated.
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September 16, 2021
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Reviews
The Manual: The 9 Best Insect Repellents for a Pleasant, Itch-Free Summer Adventure
The 9 Best Insect Repellents for a Pleasant, Itch-Free Summer Adventure
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September 16, 2021
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Waterfall plunging between rocky cliffs into a misty river surrounded by dense evergreen forest.
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The Manual: The 21 Essentials You Need for a Trip to Yellowstone in 2021
The 21 Essentials You Need for a Trip to Yellowstone in 2021
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September 16, 2021
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Tips & Guides
The Manual: How to Remove a Tick -A Simple Guide to Safely Getting Rid of Ticks
How to Avoid Getting a Tick Bite
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September 16, 2021
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The Manual: Be Prepared with the 8 Best First-Aid Kits for 2021
Be Prepared with the 8 Best First-Aid Kits for 2021
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September 16, 2021
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The Manual: Best Prime Day Camping Deals 2021: Deals to Shop Today
What Prime Day Camping Deals to Expect
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September 16, 2021
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Black aerosol can of Sawyer Picaridin insect repellent spray with 12-hour mosquito protection.
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The Manual: The Best Natural Insect Repellents That Don’t Stink
The Best Natural Insect Repellents That Don’t Stink
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September 16, 2021
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Yellow spray bottle of Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent for clothing, gear, and tents.
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The Manual: The Best Black Friday Outdoor Gear 2020: Sales to Shop Now
Best Black Friday Outdoor Deals
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September 16, 2021
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Gray and green camping tent among multiple orange tents on a gradient orange background.
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The Manual: The Best Black Friday Camping Deals 2020: Coleman and Marmot
The best Black Friday camping deals
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September 16, 2021
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Man pouring water from a clear filter jug into a glass in a modern kitchen.
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The Manual: The 10 Best Water Filters to Buy for Home and Outdoor Use in 2021
Best Water Filter for RVs, Hotels, and More: Sawyer Products SP134 TAP Water Filtration System
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September 16, 2021
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View of mountain landscape with wildflowers and hiking boots from inside a tent.
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The Manual: Best Prime Day Camping Deals 2020: What To Expect
Today’s Best Prime Day Camping Deals
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September 16, 2021
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Man holding open orange sleeping bag in mountainous landscape under clear sky.
Tips & Guides
The Manual: 6 Simple Camping Hacks for Reluctant Campers
Bring Products to Help You Keep Clean
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September 16, 2021
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