Supermom Jessica Human transforms a northwest Georgia trailhead into a welcoming haven for trail crews and inspired kids
No hotel? No problem. Ive perfected the art of traveling on connection, karma, and the occasional borrowed futon.
The legendary climber reflects on her last 25 years
The show pits 12 novice survivalists against each other in a test to win $250,000. But their families are also part of the game.
Her haters say she can climb like a pro thanks to her small hands and strength-to-weight ratiobut Reagan Goodwyn is a crusher through and through
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.
The themes addressed on shows like Naked and Afraid, Alone, and Survivor are more relevant than ever
We spoke to the Academy Award-winning actor about his new three-part docuseries for Fox Nation, which chronicles the 1903 meeting between Theodore Roosevelt and John Muir in Yosemite National Park
Our ethics columnist weighs in on the dilemma about when a predator has the right to act like a predatorand when it crosses the line
When I was a kid, I was fascinated by a traditional katana my grandfather had brought home from Japan in 1945. Years later, I decided it was time to find the heirlooms rightful owner.
Netflix Co-Founder/Powder Mountain CEO Reed Hastings among the luminaries who will speak as the growing event returns to Denver
Suddenly Uggs are cool again, but we've been using them for camping, approach shoes, and dog walks all along
The pros and cons of plugging in when your lifestyle takes you off the grid
Writer and dogsledder Blair Braverman wrote Tough Love, a bimonthly outdoors-themed relationship advice column, for the past eight years. Heres what she learned from countless strangers problems.
With a child-free week ahead of him, one dad decides to summit as many local peaks as he can. In the end, he learns something about adventure, accomplishment, and himself.
The invasive sea lamprey brought Great Lakes fishing to its knees in the fifties and sixties, until local communities and scientists battled back. The new film The Fish Thief explores the fight.
As the TikTok ban looms, creators who built inclusive communities around outdoor activities face an uncertain future. The platforms unique ability to inspire real-world adventures and amplify diverse voices may disappear overnight, leaving creators and enthusiasts searching for alternatives.
In our chaotic world, maybe preparing for the worst isnt such a bad idea. But when does it go too far?
Awe doesnt have to be reserved for far-flung places. Instead, take a moment to learn about the landscape just outside your door.
Expensive fleeces, $5,000 barn coats, and high-end collabs hit the market this year. What does this luxe level of apparel tell us about the fashion industrys outdoor obsession?
Compelling essays, rigorous investigations, and four days in a pitch-black cave: this is our greatest work of the year
I understand that its important to be a good neighbor, but I just want to relax when I get home from my physical outdoor job. How obligated am I to help others?
Navigating the ethics when resort-town absentee landlords crack down on law-breaking locals
Every year, my family and I take a trip to Mount Rainier. This time, I was taking oral chemotherapy medication, and our annual ritual looked a little different.
Massive celebration of outdoor culture returns to Denver with an all-star musical lineup, a bigger footprint, and an energetic mix of speakers, gear, films, food and fun
The owner of a hiking gear company notices that younger employees maintain a strong boundary between work and life. Is their attitude healthy or lazy?
In his new book, the longtime VP of sustainability for Aspen One explains why corporate actions to address climate change (including the ones he himself implemented) fall short, and the paths to forward that still bring him hope
Thirteen adventurers, athletes, and renegades who pushed boundaries, toppled barriers, and shook up the outdoors
Getting outside forever changes our most meaningful connections
The longtime contributor explains how a fly rod and a fascination with the natural world launched his journalism career and segued into a prescient book on pandemics
For the past 18 years, Ive used the same hefty lockeven when Im riding cheap clunkers around town. Heres why.
Imagine the most impractical road trip vehicle. Now, make it a little worse. Youre getting closer.
After seeing yet another parent in legal trouble for allowing their child freedom, I worry more about the societal or legal repercussions of letting my kid roam the neighborhood unsupervised than I do about some stranger snatching her up
JJ Harrison is the only person at a rodeo who is supposed to get hit by the bulls
As an environmentalist, Im turned off by my boyfriends love of ATVs, dirt bikes, and his giant diesel truck. Am I wrong?
A pizza party isnt good enough anymore. Workers today want four-day work weeks, unlimited paid time off, and flexible work locations. These are the companies that have gone above and beyond to keep their employees happy, while also encouraging them to pursue their outdoor passions.
From conquering peaks to owning slopes, ski cultures language shapes how we see the mountains. Heres why its time for a change.
From power struggles over land to the ultra-wealthy pushing out locals, some parts of the hit TV show, which just premiered the second half of its fifth season, arent that far from the truth
Predicting winter weather can part art, part science. These eight methods lean hard toward the art end of the spectrum.
Im planning a river trip with a friend who follows an overly restrictive diet. As someone in recovery from an eating disorder, how do I avoid slipping back into unhealthy habits?
An excerpt from Brendan Leonards new book Ultra-Something, which explores why were so drawn to the long haul
A frustrated reader knows it's bad form, but wants to break the rules to secure a riverside site anyway
An adventure is an idea. It doesn't even have to be a good one. Here's a helpful guide to dreaming them up.
When Katie Arnold and her husband Steve were invited to run the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, it was a lifelong dream come true. But then disaster struck.
Kevin Kelly's new book is full of wisdom that applies equally to life as it does to adventure, whether that's a day hike or a big expedition
Hyper-fixating on individual actions wont save the planet
A frustrated reader feels taken advantage of. But should he?
When writer Carolyn Highland noticed her number of childless friends dwindling, she started to worrywhat if not having children meant these relationships were coming to an end?
How a small outdoor footwear company lost 5,000 pairs of shoes and found itself entangled in an international crime saga
Journalist Natasha Singer has covered everything from human-rights issues to tech. But early in her career, we sent her to a gala in Alaska to report on pants. The resulting 窪蹋勛圖厙 Classic was one of our most-loved features.
The new integrated social platform offers personalized content, community engagement, and seamless activity trackingall in one place.
The answer to your problems isnt an endless supply of chocolate or a personal nanny. Our Tough Love columnist shares advice on how to prevent tantrums and meltdowns.
Filmmaker and photographer Max Lowe travels to Healing Base Camp, where Ukrainian families work through trauma with guided mountaineering expeditions
I built my life around my dog Wiley. But as he gets older, we both have to make adjustments.
The community of Culdesac, Arizona, was designed for pedestrians and cyclists. And residents love it.
Sometimes throwing in the towel is the best thing you can do for yourself, but dont give up in the heat of the moment
The state has a bounty of BLM land with ample outdoor recreation opportunities. But if the states attorney general has his way, Utah would wrest back control of millions of those acres.
Make the most of every outing by knowing what your kids can and cant do
Camping with kids can be unpredictable and messy. But with a lot of love (and sometimes a little blackmail), it can be a lot more fun.
Over a 30-mile hike through the High Sierra, a father and son reflect on belonging in the wilderness
Its never too early to teach your kids yoga, deep breathing, and mindfulness practices. These flash cards, games, books, and apps make it simple.
When Ada Lim籀n, Americas first Latina poet laureate, was tasked with bringing poetry to people who otherwise might not be exposed to it, she knew just where to put it: National Parks
My friends make a lot more money than I do, and they tend to plan vacations that are way out of my budget
A reader and their partner recently squared off over the $10 cancellation fees on campground reservations
I found season two of Netflixs outdoor survival program, which airs September 4, a huge improvement over its debut
After running myself into the ground for the hundredth time, I had a realization that let me give myself a much needed break
When you pay attention, youll be amazed by how much our canine companions can teach us
Emojis are silly. But sometimes something silly gets lodged in your brain and you cant stop thinking about it. Recently, reporter Meg Duff noticed that her phone was mis-classifying a handful of animal emojis, and an internet rabbit hole turned into a headphones smiley face.
When I think about other people watching me fall, I get a pit in my stomach
After a remarkable 20-year stretch as a journalist, Don Katz switched hats and created one of the most successful tech and media startups of all time. Here he talks about how a love of words fueled his ambitions in both professional pursuits.
Whats stranger than a story about people stuffing ferrets down their pants? How about that story leading the writer to create one of the largest, most successful digital media companies, ever
Im worried that my Airbnb guests are annoying locals in my mountain town
Ada Lim籀n, Americas first Latina poet laureate, is helping us rethink wild spaces with some perfectly placed poems at a park near you
Our photographer traveled the Western States Trail Ride, covering its 100-mile length through Californias Sierra Nevada, to document the horses and riders taking on this grueling challenge