Awesome Outdoors

This 2-in-1 camping accessory can be used as a single-person hammock and a poncho to keep you dry in the rain. It’s made from ripstop nylon with a waterproof DWR finish and can be used as an emergency shelter thanks to its built-in utility loops. Choose from orange or grey fabric.

Thanks to its integrated hood, this windproof and waterproof blanket will help keep you warm and dry whether sleeping or hiking. Wear it like a poncho or bundle up underneath at your campsite. It comes in a number of patterns, but our favorite is this shiny silver NASA-inspired design. Measures 54″ x 75″.

This unique lantern can adjust in height from 10″ to 43″, providing a wider coverage area as it telescopes. Its head can be angled to direct its beam for task lighting, and its tripod legs are magnetic, so they can hold onto steel surfaces like car doors and hoods. It also collapses down to flashlight size.

Gerber’s versatile outdoor cutting tool folds up to less than half its size for easy carrying. It can cut, chop, and split wood and has a quad locking system to ensure that its blade is firmly in place. It comes in green/stainless, black/stainless, or black/black. Measures 6.75″ closed, 15.1″ open.

This waist-worn LED light helps improve nighttime visibility while hiking, running, or working in the dark. It outputs a smooth and bright beam to guide your way, with a 400-lumen mode and a 200-lumen mode. Also available in a bundle with the Nitecore BLT10 running belt. USB battery pack not included.

This ingenious outdoor charcoal griller designed by Hayanako Kenko provides seven different ways to prepare foods. The compact unit has a wooden base to protect tabletops, and various modules for grilling, steaming, frying, and smoking. A special compartment keeps a bottle of sake or mulled wine warm.

Mr. Steak’s portable grill uses a 14,000 BTU infrared burner that heats up in a couple of minutes and maxes out at 1000ºF. It offers 165sq.in. of cooking space, electronic ignition and has foldable non-skid legs for easy transport and storage.

Ukiah Co.’s Tailgater X lets you bring a fire pit wherever your travels take you. Connect a propane tank, and its electric starter sparks a fire in seconds. Its cube-shaped body is made from powder-coated steel for durability and weather resistance so that you can leave it outside overnight. Measures 15.75″ L x 14.17″ W x 17.52″.

Keep your cool with an awesome cooler. ORCA coolers have integrated insulation for maximum cold retention, a lid gasket for a tight seal, and durable, roto-molded construction. Comes in 20-140 quart sizes and a rainbow of cool colors. And like an actual Orca, it has a spout for drainage and whale tail-shaped closures.

It’s a snap to turn every vehicle into a shaded campsite with MoonShade, a budget-friendly portable awning that safely attaches to roofs with heavy-duty suction cups or strong magnet mounts. It packs down to the size of a yoga mat for easy transport, and the domed reflective ceiling improves nighttime illumination.

Tired of searching for all of your cookout gear for camping? The K.U.B. (Kitchen Utensil Box) keeps everything in one place. The kit includes 36 pieces of cookware, stainless steel serving pieces and utensils, along with a grate for grilling and a cutting board. Everything packs neatly into a rugged waterproof case for easy transport.

Most modern lanterns are made from plastic. Mantar’s elegant LED lantern is made from aluminum and uses a transparent crystal glass shade to diffuse its light. Its LED offers adjustable color temperature and four brightness settings. Choose from stainless steel, brass, or black aluminum finishes.

PARKIT’s Voyager chair raises the bar for outdoor seating, with its stylish woven seat, real wood armrests, and aircraft-grade aluminum frame. Under its seat cushion is a drink cooler, which can keep ice frozen for up to 8 hours. It has built-in backpack straps and a detachable cup holder for left- or right-handed users.

Osman from Os Bushcraft and Survival recently showed us how to build a shelter using rolls of plastic wrap. Now she’s back with another tree tent made from an unusual material – aluminum foil. To give the shelter strength, she rolled the foil into thick ropes, which she wove into netting and a structure for its spherical shell.

Maker NightHawkInLight wanted a lightweight camp stove that he could use to heat up a shelter without adding weight or bulk to his pack. What he came up with was a couple of stoves made from coffee cans, including one with a chimney that doubles as a walking stick. It weighs under 3 lb. and costs less than $20 to build.

Streamlight’s outdoor lantern is built for durability and brightness. In high mode, it outputs a smooth 1100-lumen light for up to 5.75 hours, 550-lumens for 11.5 hours, or 125-lumens for 36.25 hours. It’s also got red light and SOS modes, and a detachable glare guard turns it into a task light. Available in Coyote Brown or Hi-Vis Yellow.

YETI’s latest backpack cooler is designed for comfortable carrying of drinks and food in its large, insulated main compartment. Its top stays shut with buckles and a flexible magnetic seal that holds it open for loading. An insulated, leakproof liner holds up to 18 cans and ice, and its bottom is designed to resist damage from drops.

Camping gear company NEMO Equipment created this outdoor chair for comfort and relaxation. In the seated position, it can swing back and forth, and when you lean back, it automatically reclines so you can gaze at the sky above. It weighs just over 7 pounds, sets up in less than a minute, and is stable on uneven terrain.

This folding canopy turns the spot behind your hatchback, crossover, or SUV into a covered patio. It attaches to the rear liftgate of most vehicles and can provide up to 36 sq. ft. of shelter from the sun and rain with its water-resistant polyester roof. Its design lets you easily access cargo, and when it’s not in use, it packs up small.

Keep your drinks within reach with one of these outdoor metal holders from Newch Creative Welds. The YardStick comes in 1-drink, 2-drink, and 4-drink variants, each with a 3-foot-tall stake for the beach or grass, along with a built-in bottle opener. They also make versions with a metal stand for use on patios or decks.

This insulated tube from GSI Outdoors holds two standard 12 oz. drink cans and keeps them cool for up to 18 hours without ice. It’s made from durable stainless steel with a screw-top lid and a carrying handle. Available in blue, red, yellow, or green.

Kammok’s innovative vehicle awning deploys with one person in just three seconds and requires no ground supports. So you can enjoy a shady outdoor space wherever you go and whenever you feel like it. Its durable polyester fabric keeps you dry even in the pouring rain. Available in 5-foot-wide and 7-foot-wide versions.

Combining a fire pit and a barbecue grill, the Burch Barrel is a great upgrade for outdoor living. Its fire barrel can be smoke, flame, sear, and grill, and has adjustable vents, a lift system for easy access, and an adjustable fire pan for either wood or charcoal. Its adjustable tripod rig keeps the barrel level on uneven terrain.