Kalee Thompson is the senior editor heading up the team responsible for health, fitness, baby, and kid coverage at Wirecutter. She has previously been a writer on the emergency prep and outdoor beats and is the author of two non-fiction books: Deadliest Sea and The Border Within.

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  • A gray camping tent outside on top of a wooden platform.

    The Best Camping Tents

    by Claire Wilcox, Kit Dillon, and Kalee Thompson

    After sleeping in 51 tents, we think the Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 is the best for two people and Kelty’s Wireless 6 is best for most families.

  • Five patio umbrellas tested shown setup outdoors side by side.

    The Best Patio Umbrella and Stand

    by Kalee Thompson and Joshua Lyon

    After years of long-term testing, we recommend Treasure Garden’s Market Umbrella and Article’s Paima Umbrella Base as the best patio umbrella and base.

  • A forest with many log cabins situated close to each other like at a summer camp, with some hammocks in the foreground.

    What to Pack for Summer Camp

    by Kalee Thompson

    Summer-camp packing lists can be long—and sometimes intimidating. Here’s how to choose fun but practical gear that’ll last for many seasons to come.