Where dogs are allowed in national parks, forests and BLM land, the 6-foot leash rule, heat and wildlife risks, and how to be a good neighbor at the campground.
Campfires: Fire Restrictions, Firewood Rules and Putting It Out Cold
How fire restrictions work on public land, why you shouldn’t bring firewood from home, and the drown-stir-feel method for putting a campfire out.
Food Storage in Bear Country: Lockers, Canisters and Camp Layout
What counts as ‘food’ to a bear, how lockers, canisters, vehicles and hangs compare, and what park guidance says to do if you meet a bear.


