The Haven Tent is a complete shelter system that has many advantages over rooftop tents, including cost, space, weight, versatility...

Expand your campfire cooking meal selection by including PIE IRONS in your cookware. Toast, bake, and fry an unlimited variety of meals.

A DIY project to convert a coffee pot into the perfect billycan for campfire cooking. Do it yourself and make it better!

Don't waste your money on an EXPENSIVE campfire grate. Shop for a BETTER and CHEAPER alternative!

Start with the right boots for canoe tripping - OR convert an old pair of hiking boots for the wet foot portages of canoes or kayaks.

You don't need to spend a lot on camping gear. A little ingenuity can yield a BETTER frying pan for your camping meals, maybe for ZERO cost.

Installing a web seat in a Sportspal canoe for paddling and rowing.

A pot cozy is only a layer of insulation around the pot. This insulation saves fuel since you can set the food aside and turn off the stove.

Portage Like A Beast decals - NOW available from The Great Out There

The S24O canoe trips is an abbreviation for Sub 24 hour Overnights. This is the PERFECT way to add adventures to your busy calendar.

The poncho is a timeless piece of outdoor gear. But many people have not learned the MANY advantages for outdoor activities. Learn more!

There are many benefits of continuous ridgeline when pitching a tarp for shelter or hammock camping. Learn the advantages in this article.

How to stay dry when hammock camping. Learn what to look for when choosing a camping tarp, and how to pitch it for best results.

Nothing ruins The Great Out There faster than swarming bugs! Learn the PROVEN gear and methods for insect protection and enjoy ...

Part 2: Learn how to hang your hammock properly for safety and comfort. We discuss the hammock, tree straps, and suspension.

Hammock camping is increasing in popularity. But hammock camping mistakes prevent many people from enjoying the outings. Avoid the mistakes.

There is magic in the feel of a paddle and the movement of a canoe, a magic of distance, adventure, solitude, and peace.

The ”Singing Wilderness” can be found at any latitude. It can also be found in both short visits and long expeditions.

Nessmuk wrote "Woodcraft" as a compilation of more than 50 years of outdoor and camping adventures. The Great Out There blog is MY compilation - ALSO of over 50 years of adventures and hard-earned experiences.

George W. Sears was a writer for Forest and Stream magazine in the 1880’s. He used the pen name Nessmuk and wrote the classic, "Woodcraft".