The Outside Hang

Here you'll find picks from obsessive beach-goers, park loungers, party planners, designers, and beyond to make sure your outdoor essentials list is complete.

The Outside Hang: Essentials for Your Next Outdoor Hangout

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The impending summer temperatures will make us wish we could just float in a pool all day.

How to Throw a Pool Party (Even if You Don't Have a Pool)

Growing up on the west side of Puerto Rico meant going to the beach every weekend.

9 Incredibly Comfortable Beach Chairs to Lounge Like a Pro All Day Long

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Remember that dinner party you meant to throw last summer but didn't?

How to Create the Ultimate Backyard BBQ Party 

A successful fishing trip is in the eye of the beholder.

Everything You Need to Go Fishing Like a Pro

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With summer about to make its long-awaited arrival, you’re probably taking inventory of your warm-weather stock.

10 Items You Need to Upgrade Your Park Hangouts This Summer   

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How to Turn Your Backyard Into a Summer Oasis

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With winter weather’s cold, frosty grip finally in the rearview mirror, now is the time to bust out your tents, grills, and stoves.

Everything You Need to Camp Like a Pro

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Yesterday, the New York Metro Weather announced that this will be the last time that the sun will set at or after 8:00pm in New York City until next summer.

Minnidip’s Founder Shares Tips for Throwing the Ultimate End of Summer Backyard Party

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Keep Your Beach Drinks Frosty in These 8 Great Tumblers

Outdoor entertaining season is in full swing with picnics, barbecues, and backyard gatherings at the top of everyone’s weekend plans.

Expert Tips to Make the Most of Your Small Backyard

So you’ve decided to take your vacation plans lakeside.

Everything You Need to Take Your Lake House Vacation to the Next Level

Upon further examination of its lyrics, it turns out the 2015 Demi Lovato hit “Cool for the Summer” is actually not three minutes and 34 seconds of tips on how to keep your body temperature down between July and September.

How to Throw a Pool Party (Even if You Don't Have a Pool)

No pool? No problem.

9 Incredibly Comfortable Beach Chairs to Lounge Like a Pro All Day Long

These highly portable designs will take your beach hangs to the next level.

How to Create the Ultimate Backyard BBQ Party

We tapped a professional party planner for insider tips.

Everything You Need to Go Fishing Like a Pro

Just bring a rod and a good attitude.

10 Items You Need to Upgrade Your Park Hangouts This Summer

From a portable picnic table to a solar-powered speaker, we've rounded up everything you need to make the most out of your outside hangs.

How to Turn Your Backyard Into a Summer Oasis

A couple of lawn chairs is a good start, but here's how to really go above and beyond.

Everything You Need to Camp Like a Pro

Make the most of your stay in Mother Nature with these essentials.

Minnidip’s Founder Shares Tips for Throwing the Ultimate End of Summer Backyard Party

We spoke to Emily Vaca about the inspiration behind her inflatable pool brand, Minnidip’s latest collaboration, and her must-haves for pulling off a great backyard shindig.

Keep Your Beach Drinks Frosty in These 8 Great Tumblers

These durable containers will keep your beach beers chilled and your cocktails cold—even on the hottest beach days.

Expert Tips to Make the Most of Your Small Backyard

We asked designers and party planners about how you can use furniture, accessories, lighting, and plants to make your outdoor space seem larger than it really is.

Everything You Need to Take Your Lake House Vacation to the Next Level

You always want to be invited back to the lake house. Bring a couple of these awesome items and you'll be a shoo-in.

What You Need to Beat the Heat & Stay Cool All Summer Long

It's hard to win against the sun—a perfect & enormous sphere of hot plasma. But hope isn't lost! We talked to some experts who spend copious amounts of time out in the heat and they gave us their recs to help you literally stay cool all summer.