Gear & Travel

Two men in fall layers walking through dune grass, from the Fall 2026 men's guide at High Country Outfitters
Fall 2026 Men's Guide: What to Get Every Kind of Guy
Shopping for a gift, or for your own closet? We picked three new fall arrivals each for the golfer, the morning runner, the businessman and the contemporary man, plus our... Read more...
Adventures in Scotland
Adventures in Scotland
Back in May, our Inventory Manager, Stephen, spent two weeks exploring Scotland. From hiking the iconic West Highland Way to canoeing across Loch Ness, his trip was filled with unforgettable... Read more...
Ouray Ice Climbing Trip
Ouray Ice Climbing Trip
Ice Climbing in Ouray, Colorado In March, John traveled to Ouray, Colorado for a trip that combined ice climbing and skiing. He was joined by Miles from the High Country... Read more...
Solo Trip to Morocco
Solo Trip to Morocco
We had to hear all about Caroline’s solo trip to Morocco—a journey 20 years in the making. Just weeks before her 40th birthday, she finally took the leap, booking a... Read more...
Sedona Adventures
Sedona Adventures
We had to hear from Shae, our Ecommerce Manager, about her recent trip to Sedona—here’s everything she had to share! Q: Tell us about your travels in Sedona. Where did... Read more...
A Guide to Costa Rica with a Toddler
A Guide to Costa Rica with a Toddler
John, Caroline, and (their two-year-old) Sonny Sloan recently went on their yearly trip to Costa Rica, where they explored everything from waterfalls and tide pools to yoga classes and restaurants/shopping.... Read more...
Highlights from Patagonia
Highlights from Patagonia
We recently outfitted our customer, Chip, for his trip to Patagonia! When he returned, he paid our flagship store a visit and gave us a few of his favorite highlights.... Read more...
Switzerland in Late Summer
Switzerland in Late Summer
High Country Owners John and Caroline Sloan recently took a trip to Switzerland and enjoyed every minute (and every bite of fondue!) of their time there. We had to hear... Read more...
Van Life in Crested Butte
Van Life in Crested Butte
Crested Butte, Colorado High Country Owners John and Caroline went on a trip to Crested Butte, CO this past September and had an amazing time. They rented a van from... Read more...
A Quick Guide to Hiking in Jackson Hole WY
A Quick Guide to Hiking in Jackson Hole, WY
Jackson Hole, WY Marisa, High Country Outfitters' Women's Head Buyer, recently took a trip to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. We had to hear her take on it and get the details... Read more...
Staff Favorite Hikes: Preacher’s Rock
Staff Favorite Hikes: Preacher's Rock
Preacher's Rock Hi my name is Cali and I’ve worked at our Midtown location for a little over 3 years! Preachers Rock is slowly becoming one of my favorite hikes.... Read more...
Walking With Giants
Walking With Giants
High Country Heads to Cali Every summer, my family goes on a big trip to see the wonders of our National Parks. This year, we went out to California to... Read more...
Rafting the Flathead
Rafting the Flathead
High Country Takes on Montana Whitewater! A few summers ago, John and I made a promise to visit a new mountain town every year. Whether it was in North GA... Read more...