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Tyler Wildeck

Tyler Wildeck is a writer with a passion for all things outdoors. His favorite place he's ever visited is Alaska, and his favorite activity might be fishing or reading, depending on the day. In his free time, Tyler can be found searching Portland for the next great food establishment or perusing the many bookshelves of Powell's.

Roasting bratwursts over a fire.
Lifestyle

10 Best Sausages To Grill For Campground Cookouts

by Tyler Wildeck on May 7, 2020 7:00 am on May 7, 2020

This article on the best sausage to grill over your campfire is brought to you by Grubstick. Grubstick’s hot dog fork are the first telescopic…

8 min read
Left: Map showing location of ten free campsites. Right: Tent pitched in Washington forest.
Local

10 Free Washington Campgrounds, From the Mountains to the Coast

by Tyler Wildeck on May 2, 2020 7:00 am on May 2, 2020

This article on free camping in Washington state is brought to you by Red Ledge. Red Ledge’s rebel windbreaker is made from ripstop nylon and…

9 min read
Fisherman casting his line on Fish Lake, Utah
Local

Fish Lake, Utah is an Alpine Angler's Dream

by Tyler Wildeck on February 21, 2020 7:00 am on February 21, 2020

This guide to camping at Fish Lake, Utah is brought to you by Liquid IV, whose electrolyte powder is your go-to source for high alpine…

7 min read
Reflection of San Juan Mountains in alpine ice lakes.
Local

A Camper's Guide to the Rugged San Juan Mountains

by Tyler Wildeck on February 19, 2020 1:55 pm on February 19, 2020

This article is brought to you by Morsel, whose camping spork is a 5-in-1 tool that will level-up your camp kitchen whether you are in…

10 min read
Woman applying spray sunscreen to arm on a hiking trail
Lifestyle

What Is Oxybenzone and Why Is It Bad for You (and the Outdoors)

by Tyler Wildeck on February 11, 2020 7:00 am on February 11, 2020

This article about oxybenzone is brought to you by Stream2Sea, whose reef safe sunscreen is made without harmful chemicals like oxybenzone and octinoxate while still…

8 min read
(right) state parks in oklahoma mapped on the dyrt (left) Blue waterfall cascading off a sandstone cliff at Natural Falls, OK.
Local

7 Best Oklahoma State Parks with Nearby Camping

by Tyler Wildeck on January 28, 2020 7:00 am on January 28, 2020

This article on Oklahoma state parks is brought to you by Mountain House, whose freeze dried backpacking food like the Fusilli Pasta meal is the perfect…

7 min read
Locking carabiner between a rope and a metal loop.
Gear

What Is a Carabiner and What Can I Do With One?

by Tyler Wildeck on January 25, 2020 7:00 am on January 25, 2020

This article is brought to you by Outdoor Element, whose Firebiner is not only the best carabiner, but also the best carabiner for keys. It’s…

8 min read
Niagara Falls with green trees in background
Local

Pack Your Poncho for These 8 Niagara Falls Camping Spots

by Tyler Wildeck on January 25, 2020 7:00 am on January 25, 2020

This article on is brought to you by Red Ledge makers of the best camping poncho.  This lightweight, durable, and packable poncho is a near-perfect item…

9 min read
Elk lying in alpine field with colorful mountains in background
Local

Your Summer Guide to Camping In Estes Park: Our Top 10 Campgrounds

by Tyler Wildeck on January 19, 2020 7:00 am on January 19, 2020

This guide to camping in Estes Park is brought to you by Liquid IV, whose powdered electrolyte drinks hydrate 2x-3x faster than water alone. Liquid…

10 min read
aerial view of tree-covered hills in the delaware water gap area
Local

Discover the Wilder Side of New Jersey in this 70,000-Acre Wilderness Area

by Tyler Wildeck on January 5, 2020 7:00 am on January 5, 2020

This article on Delaware Water Gap camping is brought to you by RovR, whose high-end coolers are the perfect addition to your next Delaware River…

8 min read

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