Your first wild camping trip can be intimidating. But it doesn't need to be. Here's our first-timer's survival guide, written ...

Autumn camping is a wonderful way to enjoy nature with fewer crowds and comfortable temperatures. However, choosing the right ...

Bears have a great sense of smell and wander into camp sites in search of food. These bear encounters are not only dangerous ...

Experts offer tips on what to bring and wear, how to reserve a campsite and extinguish a fire, and other pertinent advice for first-time campers. By Elaine Glusac For first-time campers, spending the ...

The great outdoors are, well, great — it’s right there in the name. And there are myriad ways to enjoy them, ranging from quick picnics to day hikes and more. But if you really want to immerse ...

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Behold my Brazilian dad's review of the concept of sleeping outside in a tent: "I HATE camping!" This is the house I grew up in, which was fine because as I look back on it, I don't think I really ...