October 14, 2020 Edition

Illustration of dog sledding

COOL, REAL COOL


In outdoor survival scenarios, keeping a cool head can literally be life-altering. Brush up with a few cool-headed tips from a veteran dogsledder.


Relaxing in the forest

ESCAPE TO NATURE


Good gear lays the groundwork for a good time outside. So we've teamed up with Chillbo, Barebones, NoBox, and Cliq to give away $1200 worth of outdoor gear that'll keep the good times rolling (including 6-months of Cairn). Enter for a chance to win!


River raft guide

WATER FLOWS TOGETHER


As a Diné (Navajo) woman and a river guide on the San Juan, Colleen Cooley has a unique relationship with the river. This film is a meditation on the challenges Colleen and her community have faced, and the unique opportunities her role as a river guide affords as she seeks to create positive change.


Cairn boxes stacked

WE NEED A HERO


It's true. Cairn is searching for a hero, a Brand Hero. This Bend-based role requires superhero customer service skills and, of course, a love of the great outdoors. We promise the Cairn Crew is a lot more fun than this superhero analogy. Learn more and spread the word.


Bike tricks without the bike

QUICK & DIRTY


Epic bike tricks with the bikes edited out. Brilliant.

Beer and Halloween candy pairing guide. You know you need it.

3 hors d'oeuvres to fancy up a camping trip.

6 minutes of your worst nightmare.