Finding technical outdoor clothing in larger sizes is harder than it should be. A personal look at sizing, fit, access, representation, and what genuinely inclusive outdoor gear could look like.

Nuataaq’s 34 oz insulated bottle is built around a simple idea: make carrying water outdoors easier. After using it in the field, I found that its integrated carabiner, insulated cap, wave grip and thoughtful construction solve more problems than they create.

Big Bend National Park is vast, remote and far more approachable than it first appears. From the Chisos Mountains and wide Chihuahuan Desert to the Rio Grande, hot springs and scenic dirt roads, my 2022 trip showed me that you do not have to be a hardcore backpacker to experience one of Texas's wildest places.

You do not need expensive gear, years of experience, or a certain body type to belong outside. Getting started can be as simple as walking a local trail, renting a kayak, or spending an afternoon somewhere new. The outdoors is not something you have to earn access to, you can simply begin.