How to stay dry when hammock camping. Learn what to look for when choosing a camping tarp, and how to pitch it for best results.

Save time and money by using freeze-dried foods in your menus. Eliminate time-consuming food prep. Eliminate food waste, too!

Learn how to save time AND money by eating more freeze-dried foods. Prepare healthy meals in just minutes with ZERO food waste.

Nothing ruins The Great Out There faster than swarming bugs! Learn the PROVEN gear and methods for insect protection and enjoy ...

Part 2: Learn how to hang your hammock properly for safety and comfort. We discuss the hammock, tree straps, and suspension.

Hammock camping is increasing in popularity. But hammock camping mistakes prevent many people from enjoying the outings. Avoid the mistakes.

Your FRESH produce is months old, with only a fraction of the nutrients remaining? Learn about the cost-saving, nutritious alternative.

A food dehydrator can be a great way to add quality foods and complete meals to your camping menus. Enjoy your favorite HOME cooking!

The ”Singing Wilderness” can be found at any latitude. It can also be found in both short visits and long expeditions.

The NESCO Snackmaster is my choice of food dehydrator. It has all the features I need at a bargain price. I give it an honest 5-Star rating.

A review of Backcountry Eats, by Kevin Ride. Everything you need to know to make your own hearty, one-pot meals for backcountry adventures.

Perhaps more than 50 years of devotion to woodcraft may enable me to give useful hints and suggestions to those who dream of the Out There.

George W. Sears was a writer for Forest and Stream magazine in the 1880’s. He used the pen name Nessmuk and wrote the classic, "Woodcraft".

The Great Out There blog is the intersection between all types of camping and outdoor adventures, and the many means of accessing Nature.