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In a new documentary, the pioneering professional snowboarder opens up about motherhood and her career in the shadow of a cancer diagnosis
Most of us can’t imagine not flying. But as airline emissions continue to adversely affect the climate, our writer deliberates why making the ethical choice is so hard—and why those who have done so are actually happier.
During the phenomenon of polar night, parts of the Arctic don’t see the sun for weeks or months at a time. The darkness drives some people insane, but for others, it opens a gateway into wonder and peace.
After a terrible diagnosis forced me to slow down, I learned how to relate differently to the wild—and myself.
Pet adoptions spiked during the pandemic. Now is the time to change outdoor dog culture for the benefit of people, public lands, wildlife, and the dogs themselves.
ϳԹ correspondent Kate Siber learned to reinhabit her body by being outdoors. But she didn’t expect that healing would also bring a new perspective on nature itself.
With 'The Forests of California,' naturalist and artist Obi Kaufmann aims to deepen environmental literacy. He also argues that this cataclysmic time is an opportunity.
Ida Pfeiffer sailed the oceans, trekked through jungles, and scaled peaks, becoming one of the most famous women in Europe in the early 1800s
How one nonprofit is working to get more people outside through urban adventures
Healthy and convenient or too good to be true? Our writer sampled a dozen of the most popular brands to find out.
A growing number of insurance carriers are encouraging us via cold, hard cash to get after it in nature
America’s grandest public lands have a big role to play in our health
Nature’s healing power may be in its ability to blow our minds
After a mental-health breakdown, Mexia grew obsessed with plants in her fifties and became one of the early 20th century’s great botanical collectors
Mary Austin wrote about the Mojave as brilliantly as John Muir wrote about the Sierra. Why was she forgotten?
A new study prompted misguided reports suggesting that digital technology is just fine for kids. It isn’t.
Nearly a century ago, a small group of women pilots flew terrifying early airplanes, broke flying records, and raced—and beat—male pilots in air races
In 2017, the suicide rate in Durango, Colorado, was three times the national average. After 32 deaths in two years, the town's leaders banded together and instituted a range of changes with the goal of stopping the contagion. Their efforts may help other mountain towns to put an end to the grim "suicide belt" moniker for good.
Lucy Walker was the first woman to summit the Matterhorn and the Eiger—in a billowing dress—but she nearly vanished from history
Wilma Rudolph won three Olympic golds and was among the first athletes to use her celebrity to fight for civil rights
Cyclist Tillie Anderson came out of nowhere to shatter records, dominate her competition, and earn the world champion title during the late-19th-century women's racing craze
Pro climber Joe Kinder lost his job for harassing fellow pro Sasha DiGiulian on Instagram. Where do we go from here?
Aimée Crocker sailed across the Pacific, narrowly escaped murder in the jungle, and trounced the sexist and racist norms of her day
It’s hard to make a living from just one thing. The champion middle-distance runner, cofounder of Picky Bars, coach, and mother of two lets us in on how she juggles it all.
Ada Blackjack had no wilderness skills before she was forced to fend for herself on a remote Arctic island—and outlived four male explorers
When she swam the notorious strait in 1926, Ederle beat the times of all the men before her. By two hours. In a violent storm.
In 1905, Mina Hubbard completed the expedition that had killed her husband—and beat the pants off his swaggering rival
With few options for dealing with online harassment, individuals are often left to address it on their own
Caroline Gleich’s Instagram feed is full of epic shots of the pro skier conquering the planet’s hardest lines. But in recent years, it was marred by an ugly shadow: anonymous bullies whose abusive comments left a wake of anxiety and doubt. Then Gleich spoke out about her tormenters—and realized she wasn’t the only adventure athlete being harassed online.
Upscale meditation studios are bringing mindfulness to the masses. Are they also diluting the practice?
Women have come a long way since they were banned from running marathons and competing in ski jumping for fear of damaging their wombs. But pros are still fighting the pay gap on the slopes, trails, and surf breaks.
Just because you’re ready to shack up with your squeeze, don’t assume your best friend is on board
This big next step is thrilling—and perilous. Proceed with caution.
Getting hitched is the ultimate excuse to go big on a vacation. Don’t waste it.
As light pollution continues to crowd out the stars, a small group of activists and scientists are examining how it’s damaging humans and wildlife—and what can be done to fix it
And it’s coughing up the cash to make that happen
Webcams have changed the way we interact with the wild
And Charles Lindbergh’s grandson thinks he’s found a quieter way to fly
A user's list for all the travel, fun, and affiliated delights you can cram into a year
Webcams now broadcast the intimate lives of bears, wolves, and other wild animals around the world, to hundreds of thousands of eager viewers. Whether that’s beneficial to conservation efforts is up for debate.
This is a longterm relationship that will have a major impact on your lifestyle. It pays to choose wisely.
You don't have to live in a mountain town to pursue a life of adventure. Presenting the life-changing strategies urban dwellers can adopt to play harder.
This year, go beyond Daytona Beach to surf Puerto Rico, fish the Bahamas, or explore an Ecuadorean rainforest. (Don't worry, skiers—there's neck-deep powder here for you, too.)
What you need to know about the change in the frequent flier program.
On the 100th anniversary of Ernest Shackleton's legendary expedition, a writer retraces the explorer's steps to one of the cruelest, most gorgeous wildernesses on earth.
These ground-tested strategies will help you conquer every last weekend.
Can guidebook companies survive in the digital age? We take a look and try some new alternatives
Your perfect summer vacation may be just around the corner.
Experience the aurora borealis at Chena Hot Springs Resort
Ocean rowing, once an adventure sideshow, is on the rise thanks to new technology that has made record-setting crossings easier—and high-stakes rescues inevitable
Inside OAR Northwest's state-of-the-art, 30-foot Woodvale Ocean 4 rowboat, the James Robert Hanssen
Frigid temperatures, biting wind, blowing snow—if you’re well outfitted, it doesn’t really matter.
Fall is here, and the temps are dropping—time to pick a fresh new adventure in the American Southwest
The stablest country in the Middle East also makes for the most action-packed getaway
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2012 Summer Buyer's Guide, including the Oakley carry-on roller bag.
Ease your load with these packs, including the Gregory Sage 45, which testers loved for its back panel, which perfectly fits the lumbar spine; the North Face Minera 30, a simple daypack with a widely adjustable chest strap and lightweight hipbelt; and the Black Diamond Onyx 75, a no-frills, long-haul, remarkably light pack.
Make the most of the warmer months with these weekend itineraries
Globe-trotters: we've got you covered. Our 2012 Travel Awards honor the best destinations on seven continents—everything from idyllic beach escapes to camping safaris in Kenya to a mountain-bike expedition in Tibet. Plus: ϳԹ-endorsed outfitters, adventure insurance, and more.
We break down the best sites, Facebook and Twitter accounts, and apps for travelers, bikers, gear nerds, and more
ϳԹ picks the essential tech tools, including the OtterBox Defenders Series case.
La Niña means a long, hard winter—just how we like it. Take advantage by basing yourself at one of these nine ϳԹ-approved adventure lodges.
You're ready to act on those good intentions, but how do you know the organizations you're backing deserve your trust? Here are the 30 best—smartly managed groups with transparent financials, efficient spending, and track records of on-the-ground success.
A five-step strategy for landing your dream job in the action-sports or outdoor industries
Even if you're not a professional climber or cyclist, there are ways to get in on the action.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Timbuk2 Candybar backpack.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Camelbak Aventura.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the REI Endeavor Pants.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Black Diamond Distance FL Poles.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Oakley Miss Conduct Sunglasses.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Princeton Tec Byte Headlamp.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Osprey Verve 13 backpack.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Marmot Freya 35 backpack.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the REI Crestrail 65 backpack.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Eagle Creek Salta Vita.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Merrell Avian Light Sport Hikers.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the First Ascent by Point 6 Lightweight Hiking Socks.
ϳԹ reviews the best gear in the 2011 Summer Buyers Guide, including the Outdoor Research Echo Duo Tee.