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A dogsledder and her pursuit of competing in the Iditarod
After years of effort, the 34-year-old climber motored up El Cap's Golden Gate route and now joins the ranks of Alex Honnold, Tommy Caldwell, and Lynn Hill
With a key list of Land and Water Conservation Fund projects missing, political subterfuge threatens the bipartisan legislative achievement
Today’s battles over climate change and fracking share a common origin: the timber wars of the Pacific Northwest
Come for the #vanlife inspiration, stay for the powder skiing in this short film about a young skier in the Cascades
Watch Kai Jones send it over massive drops in Jackson Hole, Wyoming
How young is too young for risk? During an Idaho river adventure that included her seven-year-old, Tracy Ross faced this question in the most harrowing way imaginable.
The new TenNine Hike GTX looks unlike anything else on the trail. That’s because it performs unlike anything else on the trail.
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
A University of Colorado Boulder skier tells the story of a camping trip gone awry
Grant Horton and Michael Stevens take on a seemingly pleasant journey around Washington D.C. only to be hit with many environmental hurdles.
A lesson for the Department of the Interior staff: you can’t delete official tweets
You don't have to grow up in a hunting family to embark on this life-changing journey. Here's everything you need to get started.
Taking care of our planet shouldn't be a partisan issue. These activist-athletes think the flag might help bridge the divide.
Lael Wilcox and Joe Cruz travel to Bogotá to map out a bikepacking route between the Colombian capital and Chingaza National Park
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
At 59 years old and with a preexisting condition, Paralympic rower Angela Madsen had plenty to worry about as the coronavirus spread across the country. So she dipped the oars of her small rowboat in the Pacific and pointed the bow toward Hawaii. She never returned.
Michael Larsen and friends head to Confluence Park in Denver, Colorado, for an afternoon of chilled-out tubing on the river.
Eduardo Arruda shows us why trail building and mountain biking helps him live life to the fullest
Expert tips and tricks to help keep you comfortable all season long
Kyle Burgess was on a trail run when he came upon a protective mama mountain lion. Using his phone, he filmed her as she escorted him away from her cubs for six terrifying minutes. He had no idea he’d just shot internet gold.
Greg Gianforte, the Republican candidate for governor, threatens the state's unique angler-access regulations
What to do when you're on an outdoor adventure and disaster strikes
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
Wim Hof's teachings about breath work and the health benefits of cold plunges have attracted millions of followers who swear it has cured everything from depression to diabetes and makes them happier and stronger. Our writer traveled to Iceland (naturally) for a deep dive with the man and his methods.
In the fall of 2019, Garrett Madison canceled his expedition on the world's highest peak. Then one of his clients sued him for breach of contract.
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
'Rio Rica' introduces us to Rica Fulton and the Little Snake River, a lesser known tributary of the West's renowned Yampa River
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
Many students would rather be outside than stuck on Zoom all day—and most programs can't keep up with the surge in demand
During May, UK-based photographer Nick Pumphrey challenged himself to experience the sunrise every morning in the sea
Two friends abandoned promising careers to pursue a bold adventure. It went terribly wrong—but also right.
'Ode to Desolation' introduces us to Jim Henterly, who spends his summers stationed at the historic Desolation Peak Fire Lookout
A professional snowboarder's quest to find a united path forward on climate policy through a shared love of the outdoors
Why this Ph.D ditched her corporate desk in the city for a tricked-out RV and the open road
'Pedal Through' follows a group of Black women on a 132-mile backpacking trip in central Oregon
Why this PhD ditched her corporate desk in the city for a tricked-out RV and the open road
This six-part series explores the history of California's forests, as well as the increasing threat of wildfires across the state
Coronavirus hasn't stopped Italian heartthrob and two-wheeled avenger Vittorio Brumotti from righting society's wrongs. The cyclist has delighted audiences with his TV news segment "100% Brumotti," shaming people for parking in handicapped spaces and taking on no less than the Mafia. We ride along with Italy's favorite bike hero.
The new American Alpine Club CEO talks about his background, living the #vanlife before it was cool, and his goals for the organization
This fire season is yet another sign that we can't wait any longer to fix our planet
Chile's Rio Claro is a beautiful stretch of water, some sections of which are only accessible by kayak
Are you planning a canoe trip this summer? Read this helpful advice from our Sweat Science columnist—he takes backcountry efficiency very seriously.
A new school of social-media influencers are giving hunting a fresh and decidedly female face. Our writer joins two rising stars of “huntstagram” in the Arizona backcountry to chase mule deer for her first time—and see if she can stomach what it takes to be an omnivore.
'Common Ground,' narrated by photographer Jimmy Chin, reminds us that turning a passion for the outdoors into action requires a plan
Liz "Mercury" Anjos just completed a mid-pandemic thru-hike of the AT—with the help of a small, dialed support squad and a van named Pegasus
With the CZU Lightning Complex fire bearing down on them, a rogue group of citizens banded together to stay and defend their homes in the mountains above Santa Cruz, California. Here's how they fought the fire—and won.
Bank of the West’s new 1% for the Planet checking account puts your money to work for the environment
A casual ride turns into one hell of an adventure with rider Mike Hopkins
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.
Teton Gravity Research's new ski film 'Make Believe' celebrates those who have created their own version of reality
'A Grand Journey' follows Kira Brazinski, a pro adaptive athlete on a quest to conquer her childhood dream of climbing the Grand Teton
The marine biologist wants us all to start asking a new question: What does the future look like if we get it right?
An off-trail adventure through perhaps the prettiest chunk of the lower 48
We can see right through your hunting selfies
Black cyclist Jonny Altrogge shares why he biked the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route—and what he learned along the way
'Going Nocturnal' gives us a glimpse of the annual hatch of a giant mayfly and the large trout that emerge at night to feed on them
A team of Black cyclists will traverse the historic Underground Railroad on a mission to empower and inspire
It's one of the most astonishing survival stories we’ve ever heard—and it might even be true
For the past decade, American climber Mike Dobie has been developing world-class routes outside the remote village of Liming. As the coronavirus triggers anti-Chinese sentiment worldwide, his mission is more important than ever.
The good news: you can easily opt for a greener bank so your money works for good
The continent has entered its long, dark night, but just over the horizon is the question of how to make sure it stays free of COVID-19 once it reopens in August
For a book project about 16th-century polar explorer William Barents, Andrea Pitzer needed to reach the remote Arctic island where he and his men came to grief. She booked passage on an expeditionary boat out of Murmansk, then headed north on a trip marked by unforgettable scenery, unexpected loss, and wild magic that changed her life.
One wildland firefighter interviews some of the trailblazers who came before her on the fires and shifts they’ll never forget and the policies they changed for the women who came after them
'My Last Day of Summer' features mountain biker Julia Traum daydreaming about a season filled with switchbacks, berms, and big airs