Outdoorshopping Blog

Known for its mountainous landscapes, extensive areas of protected wilderness, and outdoor recreation areas, Idaho is an outdoor adventurer’s paradise. Idaho is located in the northwestern region of the United States and shares a small border area with Canada. The Columbia and Snake Rivers within the state boast a series of dams and locks, making the city of Lewiston, Idaho the farthest inland seaport on the Pacific coast of the contiguous United States.

Snowboarding is one of the most popular ways for outdoor adventurers to enjoy snowy slopes. This recreational activity is certainly reserved for those who are looking for a little more action to their winter getaway, but there’s something for all skill levels when it comes to snowboarding. Resorts typically cater to all levels of experience, but there are some resorts that are hailed as ‘the best’ when it comes to snowboarding.

As the largest and most sparsely-populated state in the U.S., Alaska is ideal for visitors looking to enjoy the outdoors away from the hustle and hubbub of modern-day urbanization. Indeed, Alaska is well-known for its diverse geographical features including diverse terrain, wide-open spaces, mountains, and forests. Abundant wildlife makes for a scenic trip, and there are a host of activities available for visitors and tourists looking to make the most of their Alaskan vacation. 

While his friends went to Vegas for the weekend, this guy chose the Yosemite National Park located in California's Sierra Nevada mountains. All he needed was a tent, some nice camping clothing to keep him warm and food for a couple of days. He had a great experience hiking and camping all by himself, enjoying the breathtaking views and the freshness of the air.

Located in the Andes Mountain Range, Aconcagua is the highest mountain outside of Asia, towering at 6,960.8 metres (22,837 ft). Wrapping up the end of 2014, famed mountain runner Kilian Jornet set the record for the fastest ascent. Merely less than two months later, Karl Egloff set a blistering 7 hours, 55 minutes record to nudge his competitor off the pedestal by nearly an hour, fueled mainly by a handful of energy gels and bars. So what does it take to be a record-holder?