

Wes Siler
is your guide to leading a more exciting life in the great outdoors. As 倏喝喧莽勳餃梗s outdoor lifestyle columnist, he writes about the intersections of science, news, politics, gear, vehicles and travel, empowering readers to better understand the world theyre recreating in. Wes lives in Montana with his wife, Virginia McQueen, and their three rescue dogs.
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Montana-based Sitka Gear is reimagining the rubber boot
Getting too cold can kill you. Heres what you can do to prevent that from happening, and how to rescue yourself if it does.
Its time to change the way you think about gloves
Christmas is less than a week away. If youre like me, you may have forgotten a gift for your siblings kids.
With winter right around the corner, its time to ensure your expensive gear performs like new
Nothing can compete with the Swarovski NL Pure 10x42s. But can the best animal viewing experience possible justify the $2,999 price?
A hybrid between breathable midlayer and lofted insulation pieces, the Sitka Ambient 200 Jacket packs a ton of warmth into an adaptable piece youll never need to remove
Can the addition of champagne to your brine really keep a bird moist, no matter the cooking method? We set up a simple taste test to find out.
What do you get for the person who won't stop buying themselves the coolest toys?
Sure, its heavy. But this setup allows me to bring the comforts of home deep into the mountains.
Ive optimized my clothing system over the years and have a few pieces that I go back to again and again
With a familiar-but-forward-looking design and welcome doses of functional nostalgia, Scout appears to be launching with a winning formula
A last-minute phone call and a wild cross-country road trip led me to interview the vice-presidential candidate. Unlike me, he was relaxed.
Hunting is the easy part. Getting your kill out of the woods and into your kitchen is a little more complicated. Heres how to do it.
This painstakingly-assembled kit is for anyone who likes to keep driving when the pavement ends
Forget Everything You Think You Know About Surviving Natural Disasters. This Is What Really Matters.
Power generators and satellite internet are smart investments, but as climate change amplifies natural disasters, theres nothing as important as your neighbors
Drop the jargon, demystify the tech. Were bringing you nothing but the facts.
I built my life around my dog Wiley. But as he gets older, we both have to make adjustments.
The state has a bounty of BLM land with ample outdoor recreation opportunities. But if the states attorney general has his way, Utah would wrest back control of millions of those acres.
Celebrate American workers while supporting American jobs and saving money
Mammoth Lakes locals and the Bishop Paiute Tribal Council were outraged and want others to learn from the tragic incident
You all know not to pet the fluffy cows in Yellowstone, but do you know how to plan a successful visit?
Choosing the right backpack can make or break your trip. Our expert helps make your choices simple.
If Id known these things before taking off for a seven-thousand-mile trip, well, it would have gone smoother
The author reviews a new medical kit for pups thats equipped with gauze, bandages, and other essentials
These are the symptoms to look out for and how to save your dogs life if they start to overheat
Our writer unpacks the booming market for American wagyu and creates a taste test between this new beef, an old-fashioned rib eye, and a very expensive cut of Japanese A5
Two product testers square off on whether the politics surrounding outdoor equipment and apparel should guide consumers
Project 2025 proposes that most government weather and climate functions be privatized if the balance of power shifts in the White House next year
What may sound like freedom to us can create total sensory overload in your pup
More fodder for your "Honey, we need a dog," argument
The new Forloh BTM Pros might look the Fjallraven Kebs, but theyre made in America, and far more durable
After testing nine different methods of sharpening a knife, our columnist lays out the pros and cons of each tool
But popularity online could also be the ticket to better funding for parks with lower engagement
窪蹋勛圖厙 columnist Wes Siler put four identical New York strips to the test, using different cooking methods to determine the perfect way to grill a steak
Plenty of North American brands make high-performance outdoor gear. But the leaders of these seven companies are taking it furtherwith quality craftsmanship, thoughtful designs, and artistic flairto create products that are also works of functional art.
A historic tram tower was pulled down and permanently damaged by an irresponsible driver in Death Valley National Park
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told a court in 2012 that doctors found a parasite in his brain. There's aone-in-eight chance you might have something similar. I've had one, too.
After the brutal murder of three surfers in Baja California last week, travelers are wondering if the area is more dangerous than it used to be and if they should stop camping.
How to combine products from MSR and Dometic to achieve the ultimate, convenient water transportation system
A Heritage Foundation and The Supreme Court could tear down the Antiquities Act, leaving our public lands at risk
Toyotas lineup of mid-size trucks all share the same platform. We tease out why you should choose one over the other.
A new Public Lands Rule will mandate a focus on landscape health, conservation, and recreation
Our columnist breaks down the laws that allow for animal cruelty
President Biden issued an executive order last week to bolster women's history in our National Parks
If you or your family scored tickets for a T-Swift show, you're likely traveling to an awesome place to see the concert. So we dug up the best adventures to have in the remaining Eras tour locations, from the Netherlands to New Orleans.
Entirely waterproof and very durable, heavy duty TPU-coated nylon is making its way into your everyday carry
Starting around $45,000, the mid-size SUV should be an affordable way to go camping without producing emissions
With a quesadilla, theres no limit to whats possible. Is there any stomach one cant satisfy?
From where to eat, play, and stay, to whether or not you need to speak Spanish, heres the insider intel you need to visit Baja Surs best beach town.
All the supplies and equipment our overprepared, dog-obsessed columnist brings to keep his dogs safe, fed, and healthy on the road
The tools, tech, and approaches you need to take high-speed connectivity pretty much everywhere. The hardest part is actually working when youre in a beautiful place.
The Aeronaut Hoverquilt prioritizes comfort, something sleeping outdoors too often lacks
Midsize pickup owners rejoice: now you can organize 30 percent more stuff without wasting any space
Transitioning away from natural fabrics may involve a leap of faith into modern technologies, but its one that can net you more comfort and safety in virtually any condition
We talked to the secretaries of energy and transportation, plus the national climate advisor about the White Houses plans to flood charging deserts with EV infrastructure
We dive deep into the standardized tire test that might make all of us a little safer on winter roads
Were fact checking misinformation currently gaining traction on social media
Research shows that wolves are vital to intact ecosystems, but Republicans are stoking fear in rural voters
We spoke to Kerry, the special presidential envoy for climate, about the conferences historic agreement, which promises to end oil, gas, and coal use by 2050
The secretary of transportation spoke to 窪蹋勛圖厙 about his plan to save the lives of humans and wild animals simultaneously
Helping you understand the metallurgy thats making knives sharper, more durable, and less rusty than ever before
Our automotive expert breaks down the controversial vehicles specs and features
The outdoor recreation economy is outpacing domestic growth
The Fifth National Climate Assessment, released by the White House this week, shows its not too late to act
Adding a gas-powered generator to an electric pickup extends the Ramchargers range indefinitely, but does that additional motor create more problems than it solves?
The Nemo Tensor Extreme Conditions weighs just over one pound and is unbelievably warm
We collected some easy, affordable maintenance and gear that will boost reliability and safety as temperatures drop
The new 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition gives you everything you need to go off-road, all in a single car payment
If the congress can't get its act together by November 17, federal firefighters will each lose $20,000 per year
The first multitool to feature premium Magnacut blade steel adds utility to your quiver. But function cant always trump form.
Tall, all-wheel drive hatchbacks and wagons are immensely popular among outdoors folk, but they represent the worst combination of vehicle traits
Safe, efficient, and all-night comfortable, Igniks new Flipside pad and Topside blanket are what you need for cold-weather camping
The new jobs program will hire 20,000 young adults to boost climate resilience and environmental justice
As Republican legislators fail to reach a deal with the fringe of their own party, the National Park Service and normal people who depend on it prepare to suffer
Old Town's new ePDL+ technology doesn't just make a better kayak, it creates a better fishing boat for most anglers
The author of How to Prepare for Climate Change shares his takeaways from summer 2023
As the saying goes, theres no such thing as bad weather, just inappropriate clothing. But with the Earth's climate in whiplash, that's up for debate. Here's the apparel you need to deal with it.
Safer and more versatile than a hatchet, this tool makes processing wood for fires easy
Everything you need to know about your fire-making technique, including when you should use the tepee method versus a log cabin stack