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Done with endless swiping on dating apps, more people are looking for love through in-person events. I traveled to one in the Alps with a group of rowdy singles in search of love.
How can you be part of the climate solution while also enjoying your vacation? These cities and countries are doing much of the hard work for you.
Ditch Hinge and Tinder. Join a running club instead.
Scientists have discovered some friendly new bacteria in the waters of Bath, England, which was once the Romans’ favorite soaking spot. What else is lurking in the deep?
Whether you’re a natural nudist or simply clothing-optional-curious, these places welcome baring it all
Making a net-positive impact as a company selling stuff is hard. These businesses stand out for their design innovation, social and political action, and meaningful sustainability commitments.
The good news: you can easily opt for a greener bank so your money works for good
In the Northeast, you'll find many of the nation's oldest and most interesting gear shops—and some of its younger and most innovative
With the airline industry struggling because of COVID-19, summer, fall, and winter plane fares to adventure destinations are hitting unprecedented lows. Airlines are also offering free change and cancellation fees. Should you hop on these deals now or wait and see? We consulted industry experts to find out—and rounded up some of the best fares out there.
Some bucket-list destinations will be more budget-friendly than ever this year. Here's where to go to make your dollar stretch.
Winter is off-season for several world-class destinations, which means lower plane fares and hotel rates. We asked Scott's Cheap Flights for advice on which trips to book.
A ski weekend doesn't have to involve spending hundreds of dollars a night on a fancy slopeside resort. These hostels offer cozy accommodations close to some of North America's best skiing.
Heed this expert advice before you cancel a flight or abandon a dream destination
Women's pockets used to be functional. Why aren't they anymore?
These locals-only mountains might not have fancy spas or heated lifts, but they all sell affordable tickets and have hostels and cheap hotels nearby
As we wait to see when we'll be traveling again, these apps can help you to save for your next adventure
Why women make less than men—and what we all can do to fix it
More than two dozen women tested synthetic and wool long underwear from 18 brands. These are the products that came out on top.
Superior shielding against the elements
Because nothing beats a beer and a bite after a long day on the trail
The industry’s largest specialty retailer is also its most powerful. Does that make it a visionary leader? Necessary evil? Cutthroat competitor? Or something else entirely?
The most coveted collab in the history of collabs isn’t even one you can pitch. You have to wait for it to come to you. But don’t worry, there are proven and profitable ways to partner with like-minded brands
Avoid coral-killing chemical sunscreens and try one of these safer sun-protection methods
The Buena Vista store co-founded a festival for outdoor enthusiasts, and caters to locals and tourists alike
The Native American advocate is passionate about bridging the gap between native people and the outdoor industry
Multitalented footwear for everywhere you go
The champion of the outdoor industry in Colorado weighs in on recreation's influence, Outdoor Retailer's impact, and his plans post governorship
The outdoor industry was once seen as a sleeping giant in the fight for public lands, according to author Timothy Egan. Not anymore
Five testers brought 20 pairs of underwear around the world. Here are their favorites.
Lots of big brands are shifting toward more sustainable gear, without harmful PFCs. But for the industry as a whole, change is slow.
Three years after the Camber CEO Pledge, outdoor companies still struggle to find and hire female leaders. The gap is slowly closing, but the lack of focus on hiring women of color is clearer than ever.
Patagonia's Christie Fong divulges why the outdoors is such a major part of her life
Pack one pair, not seven
Everyone is talking about equality for women right now. But these five publications, podcasts, and blogs are doing more than chit chat—they're listening and propelling those conversations
Smith discusses why Cotopaxi is so focused on poverty reduction, why the brand still uses Kickstarter, and where he wants Cotopaxi to be in ten years
Is it possible to get a better customer experience on a website than in a shop? Backcountry.com says yes
One lousy fit for Phil Oren turned into a revolutionary way of fitting shoes for all hardcore hikers
Out There ϳԹs founder Elyse Rylander has been working hard to bring more visibility to the queer community. Here are her suggestions to make your business more inclusive
Outdoor Retailer hasn't said a word yet, but the Denver Post has confirmed the show will be moving to Colorado
Boutique Hors Circuits, in Saguenay, Quebec, Canada, has doubled sales for its sister adventure company since it opened two years ago
What started out as a simple way to keep sleeping bags from rolling off pads has morphed into one of the biggest tent, bag, and pad sellers on the market
Even outdoor gear shops can benefit from working with travel bloggers and influencers. Rachael Herrscher of Today's Mama and Social Boost explains how
Emerald Expositions started trading on the New York Stock Friday morning, with an opening price higher than expected
In its filing documents, Emerald identified potential areas of growth, including creating or acquiring international events
We visited Taos Mountain Outfitters to see how its new owners have turned the store around
Retail giant Walmart has purchased Moosejaw Mountaineering for $51 million
Independent sales rep and owner of Top Gun Sales, Kurt Smith, explains the sacrifice and dedication it takes to become a respected sales rep
As we celebrate 100 years of NPS, it only seems fitting to reflect on brands who are even older. Nearly a dozen sent us their best vintage photos
When Kickstarter was young, fresh, and newsworthy on its own, at the dawn of crowdfunding, Peak Design founder Peter Dering decided to take a chance. He was sick and tired of slinging his DSLR over his shoulder or neck while hiking, only to have it slam into his body at…
Hydro Flask announced Monday it will be acquired by homegoods giant Helen of Troy for roughly $210 million. Helen of Troy owns Dr. Scholl’s, Oxo, Revlon, Honeywell, and dozens of other consumer brands. Hydro Flask is based in Bend, Oregon, and is expected to have net sales revenue of $65…
Backcountry.com must pay a civil penalty for falsely marketing rayon products as “bamboo,” the Federal Trade Commission announced Wednesday. Backcountry.com LLC must pay $150,000 for continuing to break the law after receiving warnings from the FTC in 2010, according to a press release from the FTC. Other national retailers were…