The next time you’re about to upload a video from your hiking trip, take a moment to consider the following: Is it possible I’m doing something illegal? That clearly wasn’t on the minds of a hiking couple in Banff National Park who had a risky run-in with a grizzly bear. The couple posted a 90-second video of the encounter to TikTok account twohumanstwodogs on July 21. It swiftly went viral: The couple yells and backs away from the burly bruin while their small dog barks in agitation. While many online spectators expressed sympathy for the scary situation, others noted an…
On Sunday, a shooting at a Seattle food festival left three people dead and another five injured. It was an undoubtedly traumatizing event for everyone in the vicinity, but it wasn’t the kind of mass shooting we typically see make headlines. This wasn’t the result of some disaffected jackwagon who wanted to make a name for themselves, or who hated the world and wanted everyone to die. This was a shootout between two parties. Two people with no respect for human life decided to shoot up an event meant to be about enjoying good food,…
The Navy is once again requiring flu shots for a wide range of sailors and civilian employees, quietly reversing course three months after the Pentagon made the vaccine optional across the force. New guidance released Friday in a Navy administrative message, or NAVADMIN, restores the requirement for recruits headed to boot camp, sailors in officer training pipelines, certain deploying sailors and reservists, health care workers and some civilian employees. It takes effect immediately, and covered personnel must be vaccinated by Jan. 15, 2027. The order does not mention what happened in between to cause such a reversal. In April, the…
I heaved the fully loaded Exped Lightning 50 off my back onto the ground, right in the middle of a gem of a creekside Colorado campsite. It was packed to the absolute limit with gear and food that was quickly extruded into a neat pile beside us. Within moments, I had alpine charcuterie served, camp chairs pitched, water heating, and a diaper changing station deployed. With a new baby in tow, the demands on my day hiking pack have grown exponentially. 20 liters? Forget about it. I nabbed a sample of the freshly updated Exped Lightning 50 to pull double…
Stories about the stupidity of zero-tolerance policies in schools are hardly uncommon, but you’d think they’d at least slow down during summer break. The parents of a Georgia first-grader, though, are speaking out their son was suspended from school after biting his sandwich into the shape of a gun (or the letter L) and allegedly pointing it at a classmate. In fact, that’s just one of the punishments delivered to the child by school administrators, who the parents say should be more accommodating because of their son’s autism. School records show Sara Harp Minter Elementary administrators issued…
American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) is one of the premier names in off-road tuning. Beyond selling individual aftermarket parts, the company also offers complete kits for folks looking to create their own adventure rig. Its latest creation is the AEV FX370, which is based on the Ford Super Duty, and is for anyone who needs to carry heavy payloads well off the beaten path. The complete kit starts at $19,999. A $20,000 Upgrade With Some Serious Off-Road Potential Credit: AEV The AEV FX370 is a complete upgrade package for the Ford Super Duty. The company believes that owners of these trucks often…
Last week on Bearing Arms’ Cam & Company I talked with firearms instructor Jackie Emslie about the 15th annual training event for women hosted by Legally Armed In Detroit, and I’m pleased to report that the event was a huge success. Founded by longtime Second Amendment advocate Rick Ector, the event has grown from about 100 women in its first year to more than 2,000 participants, most of whom have had little to no formal experience with firearms. The event, held at Recoil Firearms in Taylor, drew lines wrapped around the building as women of all experience…
While much of the 2A world has been focused on New Jersey’s assault weapon ban taking a major legal hit, Washington Gun Law President William Kirk says two more bans in the same federal appeals court may not be far behind. In a new video, Kirk explains why he believes assault weapon bans in Delaware and the U.S. Virgin Islands are now on shaky legal ground following the Third Circuit’s recent decision in Cheeseman v. Platkin (also referred to as ANJRPC v. Platkin). According to Kirk, the spotlight should especially be on the U.S. Virgin Islands, where the U.S. Department…
Enlisting in the military is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your life, and the best choice depends on your personal career goals. Are you looking for a specific job? Do you want a physical challenge? What lifestyle do you want to live? Do you want to travel? Do you want to get your college degree? The answer to these questions may help you begin the process of choosing which branch of the military to join. Before you begin reading, I will tell you that I am a retired U.S. Air Force Major, who began military life…
XTEND CEO Aviv Shapira says the future of drones is not really about drones. It is about software. In an interview with Military.com, Shapira described XTEND as a company operating “at the intersection between AI and robotics,” building an operating system that allows humans to direct complex robotic missions remotely without manually flying drones or controlling robots. The company’s core product, XOS, is designed to let operators give mission-level commands while artificial intelligence handles much of the flying, navigation and coordination. XTEND describes XOS as a hardware-agnostic operating system that connects platforms, payloads, autonomy and human operators into one mission…
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Pocket knives are flat-out handy. And they’re a ton of fun. Whether you’re a general outdoorsman, blue-collar worker, or someone who’s looking for an everyday practical tool, they can quickly turn into an obsession. Since its founding, GearJunkie has tested, reviewed, and reported on more than 800 knives. For this buying guide, contributor Nick Lefort and editor-in-chief Sean McCoy have tested about 100 pocket knives since 2021. Here’s the brass tacks of hundreds of hours of testing: The best all-around pocket knife you can buy today is the Benchmade Bugout (the Vapyr edition is the best of the best, but…
Runners won’t want to miss this week’s batch of gear, especially as we prepare ourselves for summer heat. From graphene running apparel and special-edition smartwatches to vests, shoes, and hydration powder, brands clearly know that plenty of people are about to hit the roads and trails now that the sun has arrived in plenitude. But there’s some other fun stuff here, too. Anglers and water-sports lovers have two new pairs of boots to ogle, outdoor chefs will salivate over some fancy hibachi grills, and anyone who loves Smokey Bear (trick question: everybody loves Smokey) has some pretty awesome camping chairs from…
While many in the gun-rights community are hailing the proposed federal rule that would permit gun buyers to do much of the purchasing process remotely and even have guns shipped to their homes, one pro-liberty group is cautioning that the move is just a step in the right direction — not a complete solution to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ many problems. The pro-gun organization Texas Gun Rights (TXGR) is warning its members not to get too excited about the proposed rule change. “Compared to the nonstop gun confiscation agenda pushed by the Biden Administration, this proposal…
Merino wool is a pretty magical fabric. It wicks away moisture, resists odors, and helps thermoregulate (that is, it’s breathable). We’ve worn hundreds of garments made from this wonder fiber, and listed 13 best-of-the-best merino wool shirts out there today. In the last year of testing alone, guide manager Nick Belcaster has taken out 10+ layers across the Pacific Northwest on more than eight months of continuous field use. Some merino shirts are technical thoroughbreds that thrive in high-output backcountry use, while others, like our top pick, the Ibex Naturalist, are downright versatile for year-round wear. We’ve also found having…
Whether striding over a local dayhike or postholing a section of an iconic, multiday backpacking trip, there’s a hiking boot meant just for you. This guide will help you find the best hiking boot for your needs among the rainbow of footwear on the market. Hiking boots range from heavy, supportive leather boots to ultralight boots with trail-running DNA. For this guide, a range of options will help you find the right boot for terrain, weather, and personal preference. Some hikers prefer the lightweight benefits of trail running shoes or dedicated hiking shoes. If you have strong ankles and carry…
This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The End of the American Dream. A really big space rock is going to have a very close encounter with our planet on Monday. Based on current calculations, we are being told that we don’t have anything to be concerned about, but if this really big space rock actually hit a major city, it would cause a catastrophic amount of damage. So let’s hope that what the astronomers are telling us is correct. Of course, this is not the only asteroid that has come uncomfortably close to Earth in 2026. So…
Just in time for warm-weather hikes and the backpacking trips you dreamed about all winter comes the REI Anniversary Sale. Now is a great time to complete your gear wish list at a discount. During the sale, now through May 25 (Memorial Day), you can save big on all hiking and backpacking staples like boots, tents, sleeping bags, and more from brands you trust. We combed through the sale to find the standout deals below. Take note, many highlighted products represent an entire gear category marked down by that brand. Shop the REI Anniversary Sale 2026 (Photo/REI) REI Co-op Member…
A new lawsuit filed on behalf of military veterans challenges the abortion ban put in place last year by the Trump administration, which resulted in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) eliminating abortion-related care and counseling. The lawsuit was filed Friday in federal court by Minority Veterans of America (MVA), represented by the National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) and Democracy Forward, claiming the ban not only negatively impacts female service members but also contradicts President Donald Trump’s previous promises to leave abortion laws to states. Instead, the VA has minimized abortion care access after expanding it in 2022 under the…
