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

Chile's Rio Claro is a beautiful stretch of water, some sections of which are only accessible by kayak

This fire season is yet another sign that we can't wait any longer to fix our planet

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

'Water Flows Together' ​​​​​​​explores the intersection of water access for consumption and recreation

On the Dirty Kanza and the cycling world's reckoning with a racist, exclusionary past

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

Two bold men, one reckless plan: to watch the sun go dark atop a huge snow-covered peak in South America. You won't believe what happened next.

'River of Return' features river guides and Shoshone-Bannock tribal members Sammy and Jessica Matsaw

Follow these steps to spend less time stressing over the details and more time on the trail

An attempt that was fraught with complications, high jinks, and bad decisions

After months of trespassing and hiding from rangers, two hikers completed the Appalachian Trail in June. Their sagas raise questions about what it means to be outdoors in the United States right now.

In praise of sand in your eyeballs, no cell service, and pooping in a box

Well, sort of. There's no racing on the roads yet, but pro teams are flocking to a digital version that will be broadcast to fans.

'Una Razon para Pescar' follows Miami tarpon fisherman Dan Diez as he explores how the sport is woven into his blood

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 professional mountain biker has never made race a platform. But amid the protests against racial injustice, he opens up about being Black in a predominantly white sport, the challenges he's faced on and off the track, and what we can all do to address bias in the outdoor community.

'A Feather in the West' follows a group of elite European climbers to Ireland, proving you don't always have to travel far for first ascents

In recent years, the bus once occupied by Christopher McCandless had attracted tourists from all over the world—a growing number of whom had to be rescued in their attempt to reach the remote location. Now, apparently, the authorities have had enough.

Thru-hiker traffic on this western trail is growing faster than the volunteer community's ability to handle it

Spanish-speaking guides call the drug "levanta muertos" for the way it "brings life to a dead person"

The Senate passed the Great American Outdoors Act, 73 to 25, allocating billions to recreation

On a solo expedition in the Himalayas, whitewater paddler Nouria Newman nearly drowned—then found her purpose

Looking for new ways to adventure responsibly and relax this summer? Fishing might just be the perfect activity

Where to go, what gear to buy, and all the other info you need to get into fishing today

In 'First Descent,' legendary canyoneer Scott Swaney​​​​​​​ reflects on a career of self-taught outdoor skills and a few close calls

Get off-trail just a couple hours' drive from Denver and the Front Range

'Recycled to Ride' features New Hampshire surfer and shaper Korey Nolan building boards out of trash he's collected

A self-proclaimed "soft" writer tries to beef up his end-of-world skills during quarantine

The anonymous finder now has a million-dollar headache

From a young age, the ocean provided relief from mental illness, something I've been unable to replicate with any other form of nature. It turns out, there's a science behind why some people prefer water.

Last year, mountaineers Adrian Ballinger and Carla Perez summited K2 without supplemental oxygen

Surfers Against Sewage and Hydro Flask set out to end plastic pollution on England's beaches

Here's how to use Gaia GPS to save your route so you never get lost again

According to a new analysis by the Center for American Progress, his administration has removed or is attempting to remove protections from areas of public land equivalent to the size of Florida

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, three Chinese teams reached the top of the world

The Navajo Nation has the highest known rate of coronavirus in the country. The scale of the tragedy can be traced to a long history of denying the tribe's legal right to water access.

The pandemic has shut down the most polluting industries around the world and turned us all into more adaptable consumers. That still isn't enough.

A group of eight researchers from China just summited the mountain with the sole mission of getting the most accurate measurement to date of the world's tallest peak

Filmmaker Eric Hanson describes a harrowing account of how serious flash floods can be

'Rising from the Ashes' follows the scientists studying the summer steelhead resurgence in Washington's Elwha River

Where to go, what to bring, and---most importantly---how to make it fun