

The 11 Best Protective Sun Shirts & Sun Hoodies for Staying Cool
With temperatures on the rise, it's time to invest in UPF clothing—these are our top tested and approved picks for protecting your skin from UV rays

The Ultimate Guide to Soft Top & Foamie Surfboards
From seasoned surfers looking to get loose to first timers playing in white water, no surfer’s quiver is complete without a humble foamie

10 Clean Sunscreens That Are Environment-Friendly & Non-Toxic for Daily Use
Tested and approved, these environmentally friendly sunscreens will protect your skin and the environment, all year long

Hit the Trail This Summer with These Women's Hiking Apparel Essentials
A quick and dirty guide to choosing the best women’s hiking clothes, plus our top picks for trail-ready apparel

A Floating Sauna Built by Hand During 2020's Sheltered-in-Place Mandates
Assembled with salvaged materials from friends and neighbors, the Sea Sauna is a seasonal spa that spends its summers in the harbor

At Skate Wild, Youth Learn to Connect With Nature Through Skateboarding
How one uniquely Californian outdoor program teaches teens wilderness skills and outdoor education—and rare camaraderie amid a pandemic

'Portraits de Villes' Photo Book Series Captures Aspen in Summer
Cowboys and cabins, fly fishers and camping—Colorado takes center stage as the latest location in the ongoing series of city-centric photo books

This Treehouse Inspired A-Frame Embodies Carefree Summer Fun
An endearing Swedish summer house with massive windows, plywood interiors, and a climbable facade, by architect Leo Qvarsebo

Photo Essay: High Desert Car Camping in Eastern Washington
An unplanned weekend away sees three new friends find respite along the Columbia River and at Palouse Falls

Photo Essay: Seaside Camping in Southern Russia
Between Eastern Europe and Western Asia sits the Black Sea, and a beautifully unique coastline

Six Smart Essentials for Enjoying Late Summer
Make the most of what's left of the season with these well-designed basics

Chaco Teams with Howler Bros on Summer Capsule Collection
A limited-edition run of water-friendly apparel and footwear for warm weather adventuring

Backpacking to Eagle Peak, John Muir's Favorite Yosemite Viewpoint
Braving bright sun and a lingering snowpack for unrivaled views and a night under the stars in America's most iconic national park