Recent Outdoors Articles

Your Zippo lighter's been sitting in your pocket, ready for action, but when you flick it open—nothing. Bone dry. What's the deal? Zippos are tough as nails, but they need some care to stay reliable. Let’s break down why your Zippo runs out of fuel when you aren't using it, how to stop that from

10 Expert Tips for Thriving in a Four-Wheel Camper Image credit: Gentleman's Pursuits/Canva Living in a Four Wheel Camper is the ultimate way to cha

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has shut down trails and off-road areas in Nome Creek Valley, part of the White Mountains National Recreation Area in Alaska, due to a raging wildfire known as the Ophir Fire (#216). This emergency closure, announced to protect both the public and firefighters,

As summer winds down and the anticipation for hunting and fishing seasons ramps up in Georgia, a trio of new laws is set to shake things up for outdoor enthusiasts. Effective July 1, 2025, these regulations, passed by the Georgia General Assembly during its 2025 session, bring practical changes to

Yellowstone National Park, a haven for anglers chasing trout in pristine waters, is facing a tough summer. Rising temperatures and dwindling river flows have forced park officials to shut down fishing on some of its most iconic rivers every afternoon. The move, aimed at protecting the park’s trout

11 Skills for Caring for Your Gun in the Wild Image credit: Gentleman's Pursuits/Canva When you're out in the wild, miles from a gun shop or a workbe

In the heart of the American West, a firestorm is brewing over a U.S. Senate budget bill that could forever change the landscape for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and conservationists. The proposal, tucked into a budget reconciliation bill, aims to sell off millions of acres of federal public land

7 Essential Tips for National Forest Camping Image credit: Gentleman's Pursuits/Canva Camping in a national forest is a badass way to unplug, soak u

New York hunters are buzzing with excitement after the state legislature passed a groundbreaking bill that could transform big game hunting across the state. On June 17, 2025, the New York State Assembly unanimously approved legislation allowing crossbows to be used wherever longbows are permitted,

The Au Sable River in Northern Michigan has earned its place as the top fly-fishing destination in the United States, beating out some of the most famous rivers in the country. According to a recent USA Today poll, readers across the nation voted this 138-mile waterway as the best spot for casting