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In 'Two Trees Make a Forest,' environmental historian Jessica J. Lee offers a welcome disruption to the travel-memoir genre
Armenians and Turks have a long and hostile history that includes a genocide. On a cross-country journey in 2006, two young cyclists formed a bond that bridged this fraught past.
Having fun on an overnight adventure with your kids is all about preparation
Given that most of us have stayed put for the past few months, the ϳԹ staff came up with some exciting ways to make the most of being on the home front. Puppy, anyone?
Forget working from home. Here's everything you need to stay connected from your vehicle or a trailhead.
Fall is the perfect time to get out there
Two friends abandoned promising careers to pursue a bold adventure. It went terribly wrong—but also right.
Researchers have identified an alarming lack of books about Black children in nature. Diversifying your bookshelf can help kids find themselves in literature—and the outdoors.
With at-home schooling the norm in many areas, we put together a P.E. plan for a full semester of fun and creative movement
This will be the best $10 you ever spend. Trust me.
Seven pieces that offer sun protection, breathability, and waterproofing—on and off the river
The ins and outs of staying clean (and safe) at camp
As RV rentals and purchases continue to skyrocket, these three startups are going beyond the basic rental scheme to be more on demand, millennial focused, and remote-work-friendly
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.
It's all about making sure they have fun on the trail
For those looking to give vanlife a shot, follow these tips on renting and traveling with the family
From going big on snacks to active pit stops, here's everything you need to know before taking a long road trip with the whole family
There is a direct correlation between a successful adventure and the amount of food you bring with you
Technology and hyper-anxious parents were destroying one of the last bastions of unfettered childhood long before the pandemic closed camps for the season
Plus, how to make up for missing an important day
'Lockdown Lulluby' follows six-year-old fisherman Dylan, who describes quarantine as "pretty weird right now… but also kind of awesome."
Beat back summer-vacation boredom with these seven games for the family
From a $25 grill to a genius s'mores contraption, this gear will take your fire pit nights to the next level
I've tested hundreds of them. These are the best daily drivers.
Can a lifelong tent pitcher with a penchant for roughing it learn to appreciate high-thread-count sheets and teak-floored showers in the midst of nature? Our editor agreed to suffer in the name of research to find out.
"The time is always right to do what is right"
No matter your skill level or the type of adventure you're seeking, New England's two dominant mountain ranges offer plenty of opportunities to explore. Here's your guide to getting the most out of them.
They’re ideal for casual adventures and chores around the backyard
Brush up on your knowledge before you hit the waves
A lot of people get recognition because they do groundbreaking, brilliant, and deserving work, work that rises to the top through merit alone. But there are other groundbreaking, brilliant people who don’t always get recognition.
Laura King is out to inspire her eight-week-old daughter, Hazel, to go after her goals
'Volksmarches' are popular walking events that involve tea stops, prizes, and a noncompetitive spirit
From filmmaker Aaron Peterson, '24 Leeches' recaps what a family vacation looks like through the eyes of his son, Josiah
As a newcomer to Vermont, Joshua Morse found himself welcomed by the hunting community. But there was one thing he wasn't sure he could share.
Gifts that any dad will be stoked to get on Father's Day
During this strange summer, we need something productive to do. Growing your own vegetables is yummy, fun, and the ideal practical response to a challenging time.
My dad is struggling with cancer in North Carolina, and COVID-19 cruelly cut him off from his family. But in Maine, where I live, the pandemic has forced 'Brady Bunch' togetherness that's been challenging, strangely fun, and full of lessons worth carrying forward.
Essentials for fledgling adventurers
If you've been thinking about adopting a pet, you've probably asked yourself: Would I like having a dog around the house, or would I rather have a grizzly bear? Here's a handy chart to help you decide.
As one of the only inhabitants of an abandoned railway stop in eastern New Mexico, Debra Dawson has been social distancing for decades. Attracted to its history and surrounding landscape, she's found happiness far away from just about everyone.
From ballads inspired by outdoor adventures to neighborhood sing-alongs, the Okee Dokee Brothers' new album makes staying home with kids more fun
Having a solid routine is more important than ever
On trail running, trespassing, and what your neighbors do or don't owe you
A new United Nations report finds that Scandinavian nations continue to be the happiest in the world. Here's why.
With the coronavirus bringing global travel to a halt, take this time to pare down your dream destinations to the ones that really matter to you
The countrywide TP shortages inspired us to see if we've been missing out on the ultimate camping bathroom hack
A sentimental look at the best piece of gear for hauling your child
Brittany Griffith says now is the perfect time to have some fun with your diet
The North Pacific right whale has been spotted only a handful of times in 60 years. A marine biologist from Seattle wants to change that.
Staying home as much as possible is the most useful thing we can do
Stuck at home with your kids? You might as well make the most of it.
In his new book, writer Mark O'Connell explores what our anxieties about the future say about our precarious present
What a 4,000-mile expedition with her husband taught Caroline Van Hemert, author of 'The Sun Is a Compass,' about navigating a relationship in close quarters
In 'The Art of the Mini ϳԹ,' mother-daughter combo Els and Pippa venture out for a microadventure near their home in Vermont
Keeping things fresh is the name of the game
'Space,' a film from Gnarly Bay Productions and Howl Collective, reminds us that there's still adventure out there to be had
It's never too early to dote on your mom. These pieces make it easy.
Set up a tent, turn off your screens, and enjoy some family bonding—without leaving home
In an excerpt from her new book 'Why We Swim,' Bonnie Tsui explores the ways that immersion can radically shift our perspective
Cinemas and film festivals are screening online. Here are our favorites.
Don and Steve Friedman decided to bond with a trek in the Cascades. Worked great! Except for some minor disagreements about work. And money. And hope. And the meaning of life. And …
In a new novel, 'How Much of These Hills Is Gold,' author C. Pam Zhang presents the fantasies and struggles that defined western expansion through the eyes of two Chinese-American characters
You're taking the virus seriously, but someone in your household is still grabbing beers with buddies. Here's how to handle it.
Outdoor enthusiasts' dreams of survival and adventure are often inspired by children's books, but most adventure heroes have traditionally been cis boys. That's changing.
My grandpa served in the Army's tough-as-nails Tenth Mountain Division during World War II. After the war, soldiers from the Tenth pioneered the rambling mountain lifestyle I live today. Every year, I ski to remember him.
Artist Eric Bealer was living the remote, rugged good life in coastal Alaska with his wife, Pam, an MS sufferer, when they made a dramatic decision: to exit this world together, leaving behind precise instructions for whoever entered their cabin first. Eva Holland investigates the mysteries and meaning of an adventurous couple who charted their own way out.
While a sailing trip is undoubtedly less stressful than the current times, crossing the Atlantic with three other people taught me some important lessons for lockdown
What I learned from a bicycle crash when I was seven years old
Although the coronavirus has shuttered schools and events across the country, outdoor spaces can be a healthy outlet for families—but it's important to stay informed and cautious
Trail dogs aren't for everyone, but trails are. As dog owners, we need to remember that.
From retail giants like REI to the mom and pop stores in your hometowns, what happens when these businesses shut down?
The best way to de-stress during this frightening time is to look for safe opportunities to get outside
Like many outdoor sports, cycling struggles with gender equality. In Colorado, a handful of youth organizations are trying to change that.
An impact fund wants to transform Saddleback Mountain, and its surrounding community in Rangeley, Maine, into a skier's paradise. The plan might be a moonshot. But it's also the kind of vision the greater ski industry needs.
We sent six editors down a hill for a gear review
Will Ferrell and Julia Louis-Dreyfus's new movie proves that Hollywood is perennially bad at depicting snow sports