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When you’re heading out on your first big trip, whether it’s backpacking, car camping, or going for a day hike, it’s important to pack smart. Packing smart doesn’t just mean packing light, it means ensuring the best layout of your gear to keep you safe, comfortable, and feeling good on the trail. So, we’ve broken down some top tips to help you pack smarter.1. Organize, organize, organize!The first step to packing smarter is to organize. It sounds simple, but it’s often easy to underestimate how …

Sorry to fool you but the Alabama Outdoors Pollenclava is not real (though we wish it was). Happy April Fools Day, hope you stay safe from all the pollen this year!You can shop for other top picks for spring here and get ready for warm-weather adventures here in Alabama! The Alabama Outdoors Pollenclava MaskReady to be outdoors this Spring? We have the Spring outdoor gear you need to get you back on the trails! We want everyone to enjoy the outdoors, and we work to build loyalty one connection …

Springtime in Alabama is about as good as it gets. And it’s a prime season for hiking. Birmingham has a wealth of destinations to stretch your legs and fill your lungs with fresh air in the woods.Difficulty ranges from easy trails that are suitable for the whole family, to more secluded trails that are geared towards more experienced hikers. Whatever category you fall into, it’s time to put away the winter coat, kick a little dirt on your boots, and witness Birmingham in bloom. Here are some of …