Festivals

Sitting atop a kayak on the water is a great way to experience nature from a new vantage point. Whether you're embarking on a leisurely journey on a…

Ski season is finally here and a new trove of quality gear items are arriving at your local ski shop just in time. Here are some of this…

Fishing with the family is always funs, but  not everybody who lives under your roof may like to fish 24/7. And if you have teens, they might…

ATVs—shorthand for “all terrain vehicles”—are one way to explore areas of land that you might not otherwise be able to…

It is fall, which means that the leaves are changing and gun writers are doing articles on the “Great American Deer Rifle.” Picking out a…

Off-roading is virtually unmatched in its ability to provide a unique view of Louisiana’s landscape. Whether you prefer spending a day or two…

When it comes to fishing with kids, conventional wisdom says to find a place where they can catch any fish with a high level of frequency and…

It’s hot, it’s humid and the dog days of summer are living up to their billing. But bass don’t stop biting just because the heat…

There once was a time when carrying electronic devices with us into the great outdoors was pretty much unthinkable. Fragile and expensive, such…

Are you looking for an outdoor activity to take your furry friend on? With Louisiana's wide range of parks and trails, it's the perfect place for you…

ATVs are off-road vehicles, designed to allow access to trails and other hard-to-reach areas. The earliest designs from the 1970s were three-wheeled.…

Have you heard the Chinese proverb that says, “a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step?” Nothing is truer than when…

If you’re in search of the ultimate off-roading adventure, we’re here to help. Across Louisiana, you’ll find top-notch ATV trails…

There are a lot of fishing opportunities out there that may seem exotic or hard to come by at first. Dig a little deeper, though, and you’ll…

One of the hottest trends in hiking and backpacking over the past few years has been the shift toward going ultralight on the trail. Typically, this…

It’s sweltering out, and the air conditioning is beckoning, but you’re longing to get away on just one more camping trip of the summer.…

The best time to go fishing is whenever you can. While that old maxim has merit and speaks to the value of fishing just for the fun of it, there are…

Louisiana boasts some of the most gorgeous hiking trails in the country, with diverse animal and plant life in any number of locales. It’s…

Louisiana is one of the most prized backdrops in the U.S., with its lagoons, lakes, swamps, and rivers offering picturesque views for your next jet…

If you’ve been on a vacation to an outdoor destination in the past few years, you’ve likely noticed a new phenomenon: cycle paths, single…

Hiking in Louisiana is unlike hiking anywhere else in the country. Witness the majestic wildlife that live in the deltas, marshes, and swamps…

Learning how to properly pack a backpack is a true art form that every outdoor enthusiast should master. Whether you’re heading into the…

Here’s the picture:  you’re sitting around a campfire, roasting weenies and telling ghost stories as the night closes in around you.…

The names of some bass fisheries resonate with anglers on a national scale: Okeechobee, Kentucky Lake, Guntersville, Havasu, Clear Lake, Lake Fork,…

For many folks, meal planning is the biggest thing to worry about when getting ready for a camping trip. Whether you’re backpacking, car…

Hunting knives come in a mind-boggling array of shapes and sizes. New hunters often think a 10-inch Bowie-style survival knife is all they need to…

Choosing a list of top 10 favorite deer hunting cartridges is no easy task, particularly since there are so many suitable cartridges that could make…

There are few better places for birding than Louisiana. Because of the warm climate and accommodating ecosystems, especially in the southern area,…

There is a misconception that fly-fishing has taken over trout fishing and that if you’re not toting a whippy seven-foot rod and looking to…

Do you know these 10 essential camping skills? Learn them and they are bound to improve all your…

Rafting down mountain rivers is nothing short of addicting, but it’s not your only option for thrills. Whitewater parks are sprinkled…

Fuel prices are a lot like the weather: Lots of folks talk about them, but there’s not much you can do about them. The price at the pump…

If you’re a fan of water skiing or tubing out on the lake on a hot summer day, wakeboarding might be the next sport for you. Not only is this…

The end of the trail is near, at least for today. As you walk into your campsite and remove your pack from your back, the breeze feels good after a…

Every time I go camping with friends, I learn a new trick or discover a piece of gear that makes life outdoors more comfortable. But there are some…

We go four-wheeling for many reasons. One is the challenge of traveling tough terrain armed with driving skill and the mechanical capabilities…

Tis the season! With the holidays right around the corner, you may be wracking your brain to find something new and different for your favorite…

Getting stuck is an unavoidable part of driving off-road. But there’s a difference between garden-variety stuck and the big stuck: the mud…

Archery industry manufacturers seem to have fractured into two factions lately. On one side you have high-end, uber-expensive equipment that while…

Four-wheeling is a hands-on experience. You can gather a lot of driving tips from online stories, magazine articles and books, but to really get a…

People have a lot of methods for picking a puppy, but most of them involve trying to evaluate a litter of six-week olds to find the right…

If you're a newcomer to archery and just getting ready to make your first bow purchase, the great news is that there are plenty of new bows available…

It seems that the flagship bows from most companies are released earlier and earlier each year, with some showing up the first week of October.…

“You have the greatest computer in the history of the world sitting on your shoulders. If you want to shoot a shotgun well, get out of its…

When it comes to long-range shooting at big game animals like deer and elk, the best advice is don’t do it. Do your hunting before you pull the…

The handgun is the toughest of the three primary firearms to master. Rifles and shotguns are fired from the shoulder, which provides a more stable…

Archery is a lot of fun, but whether you’re a seasoned bowhunter or just getting in to target shooting, becoming a better archer hinges on one…

Is there a greater gift—or a more appealing challenge—for an American hunter than chasing game across public land, using only your…

Autumn is one of the best times to take to the trail on your ATV or UTV to catch the fall colors and enjoy game viewing at its best. But you’ll…

Scopes are a fixture on today’s rifles and one primary factor in how they will perform is how well they are installed. It’s not all that…