A guide to understanding the benefits of each and when to choose one over the other. Introduction When it comes to weather protection, the case for hard shells versus soft shells has been going on for decades. Each have their own set of benefits in terms of waterproofness, breathability, construction,… Read More

High-protein hiking snacks can make all the difference for long-lasting energy—whether you’re headed out for a multiday backpacking trip or a several-hour afternoon hike. Introduction Staying well-fed and hydrated are key to enjoying time in the outdoors. Consider prioritizing foods that are lightweight, nutrient-dense and satisfying. Tinned Fish: A Protein… Read More

This recipe for michelada, a beer cocktail that gets its tang from lime, tomato juice, and chile salt, is made with Patagonia Provisions® Organic Lager and served with our tinned Spicy Mussels. Introduction Makes: 1 serving Skill Level: Easy A Mexican beer cocktail, the michelada has the savory tang… Read More

Patagonia Provisions® tinned Smoked Mussels bring rich flavor and ready-to-eat protein to this grain bowl with vegetables, pecans and a maple-Dijon vinaigrette. We use farro but swap in your favorite. Introduction Makes: 1 serving Skill Level: Medium A hearty grain bowl that uses brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes combined… Read More

In July 2026, the Trump administration issued a proclamation reducing Bears Ears National Monument by 91%. We assert this action is illegal. What is happening in Utah is tragic. President Donald Trump’s proclamations all but eliminating Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments betray Tribal sovereignty and scrap years of… Read More

Washing and machine-drying your shell are essential steps to reactivate water repellency and add years to your gear. Why Is It Important to Wash a Waterproof Jacket? Dirt, body oil, sunscreen, smoke and peanut butter smears can all degrade durable water repellent (DWR) performance. Thankfully, it’s nothing a little laundry… Read More

This recipe for tinned fish and avocado toast uses our Roasted Garlic Spanish White Anchovies. It’s quick, easy to prepare and full of protein. About This Recipe Makes: 2 servings Skill Level: Easy Eating our Patagonia Provisions Roasted Garlic Spanish White Anchovies right out of… Read More

Here are some of our favorite wholesome, protein-packed ways to enjoy sardines, including on salads, in sandwiches, with pasta, on crackers or with hunks of whole-grain bread. Introduction For an easy, nutritious addition to main courses and snack plates, it’s tough to beat tinned sardines. Ours are packed by hand… Read More

Get the funk outta here. Your Wetsuit Will Tell You When It’s Time for a Wash Wetsuits get funky. Be it stale saltwater, post-rain runoff, a little urine (don’t act like you’re above peeing in the thing), there comes a time when the neck of the… Read More

In 1899, shortages of imported escargot hit New Orleans’s Antoine’s Restaurant, prompting chef Jules Alciatore to invent Oysters Rockefeller in place of the French dish. Our recipe uses Spicy Mussels. About This Recipe Makes: 1 – 2 servings Skill Level: Easy This spicy twist on Oysters Rockefeller uses our… Read More

On Quebec’s Anticosti Island, Peyton Thomas finds a way to combine her love for running with her day job as a marine biologist. All photos by Brendan Davis Dense spruce trees pushed back against my every step as I tried to inch my way through steep, rooted terrain. Rough bark… Read More