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A 14-woman crew sets out on a mission to test microplastics levels in remote regions of the world’s oceans
Hunting twisters made Jennifer Brindley Ubl feel deeply inspired—until it scared her to death
By the late 1990s, the Chinook salmon of Oregon’s Lostine River were nearly gone. Now a collaboration of hard work is paying off.
The 46th president made big promises to move the United States toward a carbon-free future. What he’s accomplished so far has been impressive, but can he keep up the momentum?
The new secretary of the interior shares her plans to listen to historically underrepresented communities and address deferred maintenance projects—plus, what makes a national park her favorite
Edgar McGregor started cleaning up Eaton Canyon near Los Angeles in May 2019, and he didn’t stop until it was spotless nearly two years later. We talked to McGregor about how to stay motivated to take care of the earth.
Two new books, ‘Under the Sky We Make’ and ‘Overheated,’ lay out a plan to overcome our cynicism and anxiety and realize a sustainable, carbon-free future
This Swedish export combines jogging or hiking with picking up trash. What’s not to love?
A recent incident involving a renowned wildlife photographer allegedly baiting foxes at Grand Teton sheds light on a larger issue
The bird—one often raised in captivity and released for the express purpose of being shot—is responsible for providing wildlife habitat across much of the America’s heartland
Every single one of us is responsible for the wellbeing of the earth.
From backcountry wildlife rehabilitation to spearfishing for invasive species, adventure lives at the intersection of conservation and recreation in Florida
The shrub-steppe of central Washington’s Columbia Basin is a land of rich biodiversity, vibrant communities, and poignant beauty
Republican senators used the hearing to air conspiracy theories, lie, and point fingers at Biden nominee for issues they themselves are responsible for
The billionaire philanthropist has thrown his wealth at some of the world’s most intractable problems, drawing both praise and criticism along the way. His approach to tackling the climate crisis is no different.
Here’s one way to use a flashlight that you might not have thought of
Volatile weather has created dangerous conditions for backcountry skiers and set up the West for a bad water year. With climate change exacerbating the situation, it’s time to start assuming the worst for our winters and making plans to adapt.
Right-wing politicians and media are trying to scapegoat frozen wind turbines for the state’s power disaster. Their claims couldn’t be more inaccurate and irresponsible.
As Jeff Bezos steps away from Amazon to focus his attention on initiatives like his year-old Earth Fund, it’s instructive to look at the impact of billionaire environmental philanthropy and how it could be more effective
This PSA from Mother Earth warns that although the pandemic has reached a breaking point, there is still time to reverse the planet’s damage
For over a decade, TJ Watt has been shooting photos of disappearing forests in Canada's westernmost province. This striking before-and-after series may help protect what's left.
Researcher Ken Balcomb has spent more than half his life studying the iconic killer whales of Washington’s San Juan Islands and raising awareness about their struggle for survival. Now he may have run out of time.
From beaches and bays to ruins and sugar mills, this time lapse of the Virgin Islands is a breathtaking virtual adventure
This time lapse shows the removal of a dam on the Middle Fork of Nooksack River, located near Bellingham, Washington
Despite rhetoric from Republicans, the shift toward renewable energy actually brings substantial, nationwide economic benefits—and it'll help the oil and gas industry, too
In its first weeks, the Biden administration has prioritized justice and equity in its plan to protect the environment and tackle the climate crisis. That's great, but now is not the time for the rest of us to get complacent.
From day one, the new administration has showed itself to be in favor of protecting the wild spaces and species we love
'Guardians of the River' explores what the biggest dam removal in history means for clean water, food sovereignty, and justice
Improvisational tunes set to the sounds of insects
In one fell swoop, President Biden is undoing his predecessor's most harmful work on public lands, climate change, clean air and water, and environmental justice
The end of the Trump administration can't come soon enough for our climate and public lands. Thankfully, there are a series of actions our new president can immediately take to begin undoing the damage.
Drawing only three bidders and $14 million, the administration's attempt to drill for oil in the massive Alaskan refuge is likely dead on arrival
One of the great environmental writers of our time, he explored how we live justly with each other and with the earth
Season Equipment is trying to break the cycle of new gear every year
It showed up, attracted a flood of selfie seekers, and disappeared four days later. But now, after death threats and a federal investigation, it's with BLM officials trying to figure out where it came from in the first place.
The 35th generation New Mexican will oversee public lands, national parks, Native American affairs, and more
In the spell of a week, a mysterious monolith appeared in the Utah desert and was subsequently removed by some slackline bros. The saga has raised more questions than answers.
Across the West, fire season lasts longer and has become more intense than any time in history—tens of thousands of structures burn every year, and dozens of people die. But new research is highlighting a different problem: those who survive are never the same.
In its final months, Trump's Department of the Interior shows its true colors by rushing through drilling leases in Alaska and rewriting major components of the bipartisan Great American Outdoors Act
Today’s battles over climate change and fracking share a common origin: the timber wars of the Pacific Northwest
With a key list of Land and Water Conservation Fund projects missing, political subterfuge threatens the bipartisan legislative achievement
Grant Horton and Michael Stevens take on a seemingly pleasant journey around Washington D.C. only to be hit with many environmental hurdles.
The marine biologist has become a leading voice in the movement by deftly communicating what few people understand: that cleaning up the planet requires a commitment to social justice
Taking care of our planet shouldn't be a partisan issue. These activist-athletes think the flag might help bridge the divide.
A lesson for the Department of the Interior staff: you can’t delete official tweets
Jeremy Jones, the king of freeriding, wants to unleash the political might of the 50 million Americans who love our natural playgrounds
“America’s Amazon” is being sold to China, at a huge cost to the environment, and a net loss to taxpayers
Even in traditionally conservative states like Montana and Wyoming, no single issue unites centrist voters in 2020 more than public-lands protection. That's one reason Montana Republican senator Steve Daines has spent the past 18 months trying to convince voters he's a reliable conservationist. Critics say it's mere "greenwashing," but his success may decide the balance of power in Washington.
It was a roller coaster of a summer for Alaska's most controversial extraction project. In July, it looked all but certain that the salmon-threatening proposal would get its first federal permit. But then things took a surprising turn.
A guide to key ballot measures and Senate and House races that will have huge impacts on the way we address climate change
As the mountains thaw, rocks are coming loose from the ice, increasing the risk of injury or death for even the most experienced mountaineers
The villainous BLM boss appears to have survived a court ouster, further threatening Trump's oil agenda
These maps are packed with information about current conditions. All you need to know is how to interpret them.
Chris Watson, the legendary field recordist for David Attenborough’s films, says this is a unique opportunity to discover the art and pleasure of hearing our world
An urban food writer chases deer in the backcountry with two of Instagram’s female hunting stars—and comes home transformed
In a new era of menacing blazes, there are lessons to be learned from the people who stay and defend their properties
Finding a bit of quiet is harder than ever
This six-part series explores the history of California's forests and the increasing threat of wildfires across the state
A federal court just ruled that the BLM's leader was serving illegally, with plans to reconvene next week to consider if all of his actions were illegal, too
A professional snowboarder's quest to find a united path forward on climate policy through a shared love of the outdoors
This six-part series explores the history of California's forests, as well as the increasing threat of wildfires across the state
This fire season is yet another sign that we can't wait any longer to fix our planet
'Common Ground,' narrated by photographer Jimmy Chin, reminds us that turning a passion for the outdoors into action requires a plan
Bank of the West’s new 1% for the Planet checking account puts your money to work for the environment
Riding out the boom-and-bust tourism economy
The Ohio waterway that so famously caught on fire in 1969, inspiring the Clean Water Act, caught fire again this week
In her new book, 'Superman's Not Coming,' the activist gives a lesson in community engagement and warns that we shouldn't expect the government to save us
Check out the all-new Teva and Cotopaxi collaboration
Marine biologist Wallace J. Nichols's house burned to the ground in California's CZU Lightning Complex fire. He wrote his daughter a letter breaking the news.
The marine biologist wants us all to start asking a new question: What does the future look like if we get it right?
We can see right through your hunting selfies
The good news: you can easily opt for a greener bank so your money works for good
William Perry Pendley is finally up for Senate confirmation. Here's a reminder of why he is not up to the job.
Three court decisions are a sign of the power of protest
Between a global pandemic, protests against police brutality, and unprecedented environmental rollbacks, a lifelong asthmatic reflects on how 2020 is the year we must come to terms with the tenuous nature of this simple act—and why ensuring our fragile future begins with protecting our air
During a week of historic decisions, the Supreme Court decided that an energy company can drill under the Appalachian Trail
Understanding the interface between humankind and wildlife is essential to averting infectious-disease outbreaks. We can't afford to ignore it anymore.
The Senate passed the Great American Outdoors Act, 73 to 25, allocating billions to recreation