While the pandemic years were trying, at best, they gave us time to recognize, reevaluate and, in some instances, readjust the undesirable patterns we might have fallen into. One benefit to our ...

I did not grow up in an outdoorsy family. We spent the occasional summer road-tripping through Colorado, sure, but I was just as likely to spend an entire school break playing Super Nintendo in my ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you're heading out for a camping or backpacking trip, packing smart is important. Being outdoors can be an incredible experience, but it ...

Roasting marshmallows, sleeping under the stars, hiking through lush forests—camping can certainly seem an idyllic way to enjoy nature. But if you’re new to it, camping for beginners can seem a little ...

3D printing can help lighten your pack and cut costs. These practical camping and backpacking gadgets show what you can make before your next trip.

Aly Lopez was a writer on the sleep and wellness team at CNET. She tested, researched and reviewed sleep and health-related products, technology and trends. She received her bachelor's degree in ...