Walmart is having a major sale on camping tents, kayaks, and more outdoor gear

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The weather outside is frightful, but prepping for warmer days is delightful. 

As part of their “20 Days of Deals,” Walmart is all about the great outdoors — or at least getting you excited for when going outside isn’t miserable.

Tents and other camping gear, kayaks, grills, and more essentials are on sale, offering a rare chance to get your hands on this stuff for cheap before the masses rush to it in the spring. 

If you’re not Mr. or Mrs. Wilderness yourself, we’re guessing at least one person on your gifting list is. You know those holiday movies where Santa brings someone a kayak and leans it up against the wall near the tree and everyone thinks it’s the sickest gift ever? You can be that badass Santa this year. Read more…

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A former park ranger’s favorite gifts for the outdoorsy, adventurous folks in your life

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One bright summer morning four years ago, two park rangers set off hiking up a dormant Alaskan volcano. 

But like a light switch, the weather changed.

Vicious winds brought frigid, sideways rain. It didn’t relent. Usually dry ditches transformed into swiftly flowing creeks, and the rivers grew higher. 

The rangers found rocky shelter to wait out the storm, but one foolish ranger — ill-equipped with cotton socks that day — experienced both an immeasurably miserable and nearly-harmful journey back to safety: Wet cotton socks don’t insulate.

The lesson: In the outdoors, simple gear matters — a lot. Read more…

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Amazon has adorable, vintage-looking Coleman coolers on sale

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Calling all camping enthusiasts…sports enthusiasts…actually, just all fall weather enthusiasts:

Amazon has the cutest, vintage-looking coolers from Coleman on sale, some colors for up to $98 off.  You’re about to be a real happy camper. Literally.

Though they look like they’re straight out of Mad Men, don’t judge a cooler by its retro colors. With heavy duty insulation for ice retention, these coolors can apparently keep ice from melting for four days — in up to 90-degree Fahrenheit weather. That’s about 85 cans, 13 gallons of ice cream, or 42 six packs of hot dogs, chilled through your weekend trip. The metal belt will keep your lid sealed, complete with rust-resistant steel. Read more…

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This 3D-printed camp stove is extra-efficient and wind-resistant

I love camping, but there’s always an awkward period when you’ve left the tent but haven’t yet created coffee that I hate camping. It’s hard not to watch the pot not boil and not want to just go back to bed, but since the warm air escaped when I opened the tent it’s pointless! God! Anyway, the Swiss figured out a great way to boil water faster, and I want one of these sweet stoves now.

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Jennifer Garner stars in the perfectly obnoxious, totally hilarious trailer for Lena Dunham’s ‘Camping’

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Say what you will about Lena Dunham, but she’s clearly mastered a certain type of obnoxious comedy.

After ending her HBO hit Girls last year, the writer/director returns with a new show for the same network. This time, though, Dunham appears to be straying from autobiography and mostly staying behind the camera.

Camping stars Jennifer Garner in a role we’re not accustomed to seeing her in. Even from just this 30-second teaser, it’s clear the uptight Kathryn will be at least fun to watch — even if she’s insufferable to actually be around.

The show, which also stars Doctor Who and Jessica Jones‘ David Tennant, follows her reluctant journey into the outdoors to celebrate a birthday. Alongside Dunham, co-creators Jenni Konner and John Riggi have adapted the originally British series for an American audience. Read more…

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10 pieces of camping gear on sale to make summer way more fun

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The sun rising earlier and shining brighter than usual, the blistering heat, the relentless pit stains, and the influx of wedding invitations you receive in the mail — ah, summer is finally here.

This season is the perfect time to rough it out in the great outdoors, but even before you think about stepping foot outside, you must first pack up the essentials that will prevent you from wishing you stayed indoors instead. From supremely powerful tactical flashlights to beach mats that absorb sand, below are handy items that will upgrade your adventure off the grid. The best part? They’re all on sale. Read more…

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Best Amazon deals for June 15: Echo Dot, Fire TV Stick, Ultimate Ears Boom 2 Bluetooth speakers

With summer just about here, it’s time to think about your next cookout or outdoor adventure.
There are some really good deals on Coleman camping gear for the backyard or the great outdoors with savings up to 25% off. And when the sun goes down, keep…

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