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Protect yourself when playing outside

Because it's time to embrace summer

Our gear contributor's tried-and-true weekend wardrobe

Warm weather has officially arrived, and we’ve got your plan: the most stunning beaches for surfing, casting, lounging, and exploring

From bonus miles to free checked bags, we break down the best perks for packing plastic

It’s time to get reacquainted with the PNW—home to massive mountains, lush rainforests, empty islands, and the greatest oysters you’ll ever taste

From music and film to mountain biking and yoga, here are our favorite jamborees celebrating the outdoors this season

Four tips to help you spend less time futzing with gear and more time on the trail

Keep your toiletries and accessories organized

Ski hills, even the small ones, are ramping up their offerings to entice you back in the warmer months

Louisiana Chef John Besh has the lowdown

You worry about your vacation—we’ll handle the reading list. We'll even help you decide which book to take with you (just in case you're a little too busy on the trail to read all of our picks).

You didn’t come to this barbecue to make friends. You came to become cornhole champion. A lifetime of bragging rights is yours with these tips from bona fide lawn game experts.

Strategies to ensure that no matter where you are and how sober (or not) you want to remain, you'll like what's in your cup

The final word on what to pack it into for your summer getaway

The best of the season—don't get caught on an impromptu escape without them

Load up the gear, grab your girlfriends, and get ready for the best summer ever

Staying safe, clean, and healthy while having the time of your life

How to take your friends camping without killing them, or wanting to

10 easy trips, maximum fun guaranteed

Stop browsing #vanlife photos and get out of town fast

You're going to fill every free day—from Memorial Day through Labor Day—with wild races, delicious food and drink, good music, and an abalone or two

Never get stranded with a dead phone again—take one of our six picks with you

Women learn from the pros at the VIDA Mountain Bike Series

Beat the crowds and head for fresh climbing, mountain-biking, and chill-out spots within easy driving distance of eight burgs

Is ski season over in the moderate climes and you're still itching to hit the slopes? Check out these destinations South of the equator (or North enough) for summertime shredding.

Now you have no excuse not to get out and explore this summer.