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ArchiveThe history of tornadoes in the U.S. by the numbers—and 4 tips on how to survive one
When welder Paul Gaylord went to help his sick cat outside of his Prineville, Oregon, home, he never thought the effort would leave him fighting for his life against the Middle Ages’ most notorious disease: the “Black Death.”
The high-flying slopestyle star shares where his tricks come from and how he gets ready to face the competition
Build a better fire all on your own. Here's how to choose and split firewood without losing any digits.
Five-time STIHL Timbersports World Champion Arden Cogar Jr. explains how to swing an axe like a pro
Thinks wrestling will be included in 2020 Games
Fires break out all over the west
Was following a twister in Oklahoma
Features more than 20 performing felines
An incredibly beautiful time-lapse of a forest fire burning out of control in northern New Mexico. May 31, 2013.
Ex-Microsoft exec leading the charge
Instead of 150 minutes of effort
Glacial melt and earthquakes increase risk
Scientists genetically modify scent gene
Competitive paddler and environmental scientist Kristen Podolak works at the confluence of water and fire as The Nature Conservancy's conservation planner
Emily and Dane Jackson of Rock Island, Tennessee continue a family tradition of kayaking excellence.
Oklahoma City the least fit
In just six days in May, the British climber completed a trilogy that had never before been attempted: Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse—three of the world's highest mountains—in a single push.
Climbing does not
'Naked & Afraid' to feature nude couples surviving
Have flown to Hawaii for training
Climbers and guide went missing Friday
Who needs headlamps? From a bioluminescent bay in Puerto Rico to a Japanese trail lined with glowing mushrooms, these ten hikes are at their best when it's dark out. Pack your camera (leave the flash at home) and prepare to be amazed.
UIAA President backs plan
On the Saturday before Mother’s Day, 2013, Joe Azougar became prey to a 316-pound black bear bent on making a meal out of him. Here’s how he survived.
Fire dept. watching the winds
Trying to find the rightful heirs
Cruise lines are big on luxury, with an environmental impact to match. With outdated regulations and uneven cleanup efforts, there may be rough seas ahead for the industry (and the environment).
High and Hallowed: Everest 1963 premieres at Mountainfilm in Telluride this weekend, commemorating the 50th anniversary of Tom Hornbein and Willi Unsoeld’s legendary first ascent of the formidable West Ridge. We check in with the filmmakers, David Morton and Jake Norton.
Breweries rely on underground wells
Lance Armstrong asks if he's 'f—ing stupid'
Long-distance cyclists are photographing roadkill in an effort to help scientists determine how to protect various species. A new app can help you do the same.
We gave a former corporate lawyer $10,000 to fund his back-of-the-napkin plan to sea kayak from Minnesota to Florida. He made it all the way—then he turned around and started paddling home. Here's why.
Broke his back in the search
Complicated shoes require complicated manufacturing
Bored of the bar? Go faster and save money with these unusual race-day foods.
A recent story linking U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn to a German doctor convicted of helping athletes dope is light on facts, but raises legitimate questions
Says plan would hurt the environment
Under investigation by police
Will feed astronauts on the way to Mars
Already an Everest record-holder, the 29-year-old climbing great shares what it takes to reach the top
Climber in trouble with authorities
Search for survivors continues
Giving away 100,000 local adventures
Longest period of snowfall in over 30 years
Software tycoon suspects foul play
Fumes overwhelming neighbors
Demand to outstrip supply by 40 percent
"We have seen nothing."