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For more than 40 years, tribal chief and artist Roy Vickers was obsessed with a totem pole that was taken from a remote native village in British Columbia. He decided to make a replica, and all he needed was will, skill, and a 17,500-pound tree.

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Stop by and find the book or local hiking guide that will change your whole perception of a new place

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Avoid the crowds and catch a meteor shower or monarch butterfly migration on these perfect autumnal treks

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Four types of track interval workouts, their benefits, and how to optimally incorporate them into your training

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U.S. women runners are on fire right now. Why are most of them coached by men?

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Want to take the kids along? Follow these tips from families who've done it the long way.

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Skip the crowds in Yosemite Valley and head for higher ground in Tuolumne Meadows

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Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke will offer up nearly 4 million acres of public lands for lease this year, much of it for dirt cheap

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If successful, Hilaree Nelson and Jim Morrison would become the first people to ski the fourth-highest mountain in the world on a route that's eluded mountaineers for decades

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Stephan Mulherin moved to Jackson Hole in 2017 and quickly set his sights on the fastest known time for summiting the Grand Teton.

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Aziza Raji grew up running with her brothers, but when they refused to actually race her, she shifted her focus toward marathons.

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The Lamalerans of Indonesia depend on the grit and aim of harpoonists to keep their communities fed

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New research zeroes in on an unlikely culprit for why running gets less efficient as you fatigue.

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Solo trips are among life's great adventures, but it's best to be prepared for everything, from bouts of boredom to unexpected accidents

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Thousands of people flock to the Alps each year to ski tour high-elevation routes, spending comfortable nights in a string of huts that serve wine and hot meals. In the spring of 2018, a group of experienced skiers and their guide were trapped in a storm overnight on an exposed saddle. By morning, nearly all were dead or dying.

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He’ll win anyway, but we should also hope that Eliud "Boss Man" Kipchoge runs a world record

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You can learn almost anything you want—for free!—on YouTube. Just make sure it's from a reliable source.

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From breastfeeding while walking (it's possible!) to bottle feeding and pumping on the trail, here are the best options for parents on the go.

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No one likes pulling a U-turn after an improperly tied down surfboard flies away

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Last week, surfing became the latest sport to close the prize-money gender gap. So where does that put us on the greater path to equality in sports?

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If you're still using ground beef, you've got a lot to learn

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They pack down small and could save you one day

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It’s a shirt—and a jacket

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The conservative Utah Congressman wants to fully fund our national parks and our public lands. Huh?

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Because running doesn’t have to be dorky

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Your new favorite fall adventuring hats

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Made from Polartec NeoShell, the Reliance performs peerlessly, yet still looks stylish

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The Native American advocate is passionate about bridging the gap between native people and the outdoor industry

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Good gear doesn’t have to save your life. Here are four household products we use every day.

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The 42-liter pack stood up to more than a week in Yosemite's backcountry

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Sue Johnston has been setting FKTs for decades and inspired a generation of ultrarunners along the way. If you've never heard her name before, that's by design.

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There are 128 National Scenic Byways across the country. Here are five of our favorites.

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Yes, you can work up a sweat while getting more done

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Filmmaker Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi doesn’t climb, but her determination to shine a light on what drives extreme mountaineers produced two of the best adventure documentaries of the past decade

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Bikes are getting more advanced. So are the tools you need to keep them running well.

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Ode to Muir follows snowboarders Elena Hight and Jeremy Jones on a 40-mile human powered expedition through California’s High Sierra.

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Irreparable Harm, from Wild Confluence​​​​ films, investigates the impact of a local mine on a community's natural food sources.

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Trail Creek Outfitters boasts about its brands, rewards customers with sweet perks, and raises thousands of dollars in donations for the community

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Is it even possible to reduce the number of massive blazes that are now commonplace in the American West?

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These organizations want to help you tick that big once-in-a-lifetime trip off your list

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Republicans from Ulysses S. Grant to George H.W. Bush have passed some of our most powerful environmental laws. Why did the party reverse course?

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A proper timepiece can handle adventure and look just right back in the office

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These baby carriers will keep the whole family happy in nature

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P.T. Wood owns a gin and whiskey distillery in Salida, Colorado, where he also happens to be the mayor

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Never leave your best friend behind when you head into the backcountry

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Hugo was the worst hurricane to ever hit the U.S. Florence could be worse.

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Tecnica’s unique custom-moldable footwear creates life-long customers for savvy brick-and-mortar shops

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The pro climber just made history on three big, big walls near Banff

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A new study bolsters the claim that afternoon or evening workouts can mess with sleep. But don’t panic just yet.

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Socks are probably the cheapest part of your kit—but they’re still absolutely vital

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There's time for one or two more gatherings around the flames before summer is officially over. Here are some libations to end the season right.

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Osprey's new update was a long time coming, but it was worth the wait.

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Here's the secret to a long life: keep moving

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When it comes to riding a bike, sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do

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After President Trump reduced Bears Ears National Monument by 85 percent, environmentalists predicted mining companies would soon overrun the landscape. But is there really any uranium to dig up? We decided to have a look for ourselves.

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Reckless Abandon, from filmmaker Ben Neilson, profiles Condie's return to climbing after struggling with scoliosis.

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‘Is This Fun’ follows ultrarunners John Ellis and Jo Kyaw as they compete in the 9 Dragons Ultra race in Hong Kong.

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Outdoor industry leaders shine a light on the crux of the issue—that selling on the "cheapest retailer's" website changes consumer’s perception of brands, putting specialty retailers at risk

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A guide at a wilderness therapy organization observes an increasing number of teens coming in to treat technology addiction

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Our running columnist is an expert in the track and road running scenes, but the ultra world isn’t exactly his beat. He dove in head first at UTMB.

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Three new options—in a panoply of sizes—nail women’s fit and performance

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The only shoe that can truly stand up to my rambunctious children

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The renowned meditation teacher talks to Tim Ferriss about finding freedom and joy in the present

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Days after the big-box retailer announced its new Premium Outdoor Store, at least five brands have dropped from the site

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Properly unloading after a trip can make getting ready for the next one that much easier.

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Many of the people disqualified last week cut the course for the commemorative medal

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Most solar powered gear is clunky and doesn’t work as well as advertised. Not this stuff.

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Bucket list-worthy rides to add to your list

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New versatile pieces for summer, fall, and winter

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There might be food poisoning and potty-training emergencies. There will be tantrums. There will also be some magic.

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From balance bikes to bikes with training wheels, here are the best ones

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Most sports aren't that complicated. You can usually boil them down into one simple rule. (OK, maybe two.)

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Sometimes cotton is still king

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Classroom time isn't so bad when you're building fly-fishing rods in Virginia or barbecuing in the Lone Star State

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Lyfx wants to ­revolutionize the way we play by ­connecting local guides with ­traveling ­adventurers. But can it ­succeed where other apps have failed?

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Support your girls with some of our staff favorites

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‘The Baja Box’ documents pro snowboarder Austin Smith building out a box truck in Baja.

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Ultrarunners Benjamin Clark, Timothy Olson, Anna Frost, and Chris Ord teamed up in Bhutan to run the Snowman Trek.

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Four women head into the wilds of Scotland seeking headspace and an opportunity to unplug.

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S'mores are obvious. Peach cobbler, on the other hand, is unique, delicious, and just might be our new go-to campfire treat.

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