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Why You Need an Outdoor Rocker
From the campfire to the ball field, a scenic park to your own backyard—wherever your outside “happy place” is, an outdoor rocker makes the great outdoors even greater. Check out...
What is Overlanding? An Introduction to the New Way to Explore America
In recent decades, the term overlanding has been gaining in popularity as the adventurous-minded look for ways to break away from the daily grind. So what IS overlanding? In a...
Hiking in Upstate New York: The Best Spots for Fall Foliage
For breathtaking views of fall foliage, hiking in Upstate New York can’t be beat. Offering limitless options for difficulty, length, and terrain, there’s no better place to immerse yourself in...
Backpacking & Beyond: Why Choose a Folding Chair with Backpack Straps?
Whether you’re heading out for a day hike or an extended trip, chances are that you’ll already have plenty to carry. A folding chair with backpack straps can lighten your...
4 Most Comfortable Camping Chairs By GCI Outdoor
A high-quality chair can make your camping experience more enjoyable. Whether you’re trying to catch some sun, relaxing with a good book, or watching your friends and family play on...
4 Best Places to Camp in Texas
The biggest US state is home to 300,000 square miles of landscapes that deliver diverse and astounding natural beauty, making Texas one of the most amazing places to camp in...
Where to Camp and What to Do in Crater Lake—The Deepest Lake in America
Crater Lake National Park is a breathtaking testament to the power of nature. First formed nearly 8,000 years ago by a volcanic eruption causing a mountain to crumble in on...
Tips for Camping With Dogs
If you crave adventure, but don’t want to leave your four-legged family members behind, this blog is for you! Two of our ambassadors, Johnny and Katherine of The Canine Explorers,...
Fishing Through Quarantine
Written by GCI 2020 Brand Ambassador Matt Luna For all of us, 2020 has been a roller coaster ride of emotions. It began as a seemingly normal year, but so...
The 4 Best National Parks in California
California has more national parks than any other state, including Alaska. There is a whopping nine national parks in California — each protects and preserves a vastly different landscape. From...
5 Great Campsites in The Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest in Oregon
The Rogue River–Siskiyou National Forest is a diverse landscape of old-growth Port Orford cedar and Douglas fir forest, mountain ranges, and several wild and scenic designated rivers including the mighty...
Walk Among Giants: Your Guide to Redwood National and State Parks
California’s redwoods are the largest beings on Earth. And the feeling of walking amongst them is truly a magical experience. Thanks to coastal California’s unique foggy and rainy climate, these...