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2024 Will Be The Best Time In a While To See the Northern Lights

Solar maximum is the period of highest solar activity during the approximately 11-year solar cycle, and scientists believe it will likely peak sometime in 2024. Since the aurora borealis is driven by solar activity, created when charged particles from the sun interact with Earth’s atmosphere, solar maximum is a fantastic time to go aurora watching.

You’ll need a dark, clear night sky to see the aurora, and be prepared to stay up late, since the late night and wee morning hours (often between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.) offer prime viewing opportunities. Here’s where to see the northern lights in the coming year.

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Hotels We Love: AWOL Kennebunkport

Nestled in a cozy pine grove, AWOL Kennebunkport is an intimate property along the coast of Southern Maine, just a block away from the ocean. There’s plenty to do in this quaint New England town, between restaurants serving up the seafood the region is famous for and small shops selling locally-made goods. Each room at the hotel is carefully decorated but unfussy, offering a casual experience with a high-end vibe. Most rooms even have fireplaces, perfect for cozying up after a long winter’s day by the sea.

Glacier vs Rocky Mountain: Outdoor Writers Debate Which National Park You Should Visit Next

Visiting every national park is a dream for many people, but with 63 total parks, it’s hard to find the time or money. So, when it comes to Glacier National Park vs. Rocky Mountain National Park, which should you choose?

Two of our writers think they have the answer for you, even if they don’t agree.

The Coldest Places on the Planet

Can you imagine what negative 100 degrees Fahrenheit feels like? There are places across the globe where this temp is the norm – and where winter‘s plunging temps routinely range from negative 30 to negative 100. From arctic research stations to parts of Siberia, here are the coldest places on Earth.

Find Something for Every Outdoors Adventurer on Your Holiday List

Whether you’re shopping for the avid hiker, camping enthusiast, or adventure-lover on your list, finding the perfect gift feels like it’s getting tougher. From backpacks to tents to clothing essentials, the gear and apparel options are endless, and so are all the emails and ads. The Outdoors holiday gift guide is designed to navigate through the noise and help you discover new products and find the right item based on your budget.

Our team of writers and editors have broken down gift recommendations into a variety of price points: from gifts under $100 all the way up to higher ticket items above $500 (sometimes way above). From stocking stuffers to high-value items they’ll treasure for years, we’ll highlight some great gear upgrades, multi-functional pieces, and handy tools that will get used all season long. By gift type or price, we hope you’ll find the ideal present for the outdoor enthusiast on your list and inspire someone’s next big adventure.

GIFTS UNDER $100 | GIFTS BETWEEN $100-$250 | GIFTS BETWEEN $250-$500 | GIFTS OVER $500

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Featured Guide: The Best Camping Flashlights You Can Buy Right Now

Some of the best parts of camping happen after dark. Cooking up a campfire culinary masterpiece or finally getting some quiet reading time can make a day of hiking worth the effort. If you forget your flashlight or find out too late that the batteries are dead, a fun camping trip can turn rustic in a hurry. That’s why we don’t just grab a light out of the junk drawer and call it a day; we pack the best camping flashlight we can get our hands on.   

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