Ben manages Outside's affiliate marketing program. While he spends far too much time in front of a computer, he prefers to be mountain biking, running, or skiing. Originally from the East Coast, he ...

Cooking in the backcountry is a delicate balance of luxury and weight-savings. Will a plastic, $5 spork suffice? Probably, but we'd rather dine in style. We gorged on cozy pasta dinners, sipped canned ...

The article recommends ten camping cookware sets for outdoor cooking. The sets range in price and features, from affordable options under $50 to more expensive sets suitable as gifts. Brands featured ...

Sometimes it seems like food just tastes better when you're camping. A burger or kabob with a side of grilled veggies miraculously transforms into a gourmet meal. A marshmallow -- when roasted over an ...

Dehydrating food has been a practical preservation strategy since ancient times. Today, dehydrated foods pop up everywhere from your favorite snack aisle to your local sporting goods store.

Joe Jackson, Outside online's Gear Guy, never thought that the ten years he spent as a raft guide, outdoor retail employee, and vagabond would turn into a career. Buying your first backpacking setup ...