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Nothing completely prepares a rookie for mushing a thousand miles across Alaska in the dead of winter. But when it comes together—thanks to your dogs, your friends, and your own hard work—it's magic.
Meet the activists, community mobilizers, and athletes creating their own space in climbing
Get outside for a night (or two) with this roundup of backpacking must-dos
All you need is a rod, a license, and a good attitude to catch your first fish
From Black Diamond, 'The Lifer' profiles legendary climber Russ Clune, steward of an iconic New York climbing area
'Camel Finds Water' chronicles a journey of rebuilding an abandoned boat and the lengths it took to find the perfect break in Canada
Since 2011, a venomous battle has been waged over the two-wheeled soul of Nederland, Colorado (population 1,500). On the one side: locals who ride the trails every day. On the other: people from down canyon in Boulder (population 107,000) who mostly ride them on weekends.
Cell phone photos show that Jess Roskelley, Hansjörg Auer, and David Lama reached the summit but died on the descent
Known as the Hawaii of the Mainland throughout the spearfishing community, Tampa Bay's waters are teeming with fish
This year, governments and guiding companies are promising to do more to keep the mountain clean, but the question of what to do with the dead bodies is becoming more urgent
A group of Australian cyclists departs Oklahoma to replicate the iconic journey taken by the Joad family in the novel 'The Grapes of Wrath'
They were three of the world’s best climbers. Here are the remembrances from those who knew them best.
An official investigation into ethics violations by Trump's new Secretary of the Interior was opened just four days after his confirmation
How a father-son trip to Yosemite conquered my fear of hiking, bears, and falling off chairlifts
David Lama, Jess Roskelley, and Hansjörg Auer had been attempting a difficult route up Howse Peak in the Canadian Rockies when they got hit by a massive slide earlier this week
The political dispute between Russia and Ukraine combined with weather to close down the Barneo ice camp
The experienced skier fell into a deep crevasse on Monday afternoon
From media appearances to World Cup championships, she manages it all—with a little help from her mom
We asked hikers for advice on how to readjust to life after the trail
No one has done more to sound the alarm about climate change than Bill McKibben. We asked him: is there any hope at all?
New to backpacking, or never been? Make your next trip (or your first) a success by answering these questions beforehand.
Before his controversy-plagued doubled ascent in 2017, the Spanish ultra star deployed the latest altitude science to speed his high-altitude adaptation
From the Gunks to J-tree, our climbing expert created his definitive list of the best climbing destinations the United States has to offer
The Gila is America’s most endangered river. What do we stand to lose if it disappears thanks to climate change and overuse?
Olde Virden's Red Hot pepper flakes turn even the rankest dehydrated meal into mouthwatering fare
The Garden State doesn't usually bring to mind bucolic wilderness. But if you ask people in the know, that's only because you've been looking in the wrong place.
New owners are revitalizing Shaw's, the beloved hostel on the Appalachian Trail
From in-town trails to nearby epics, hiking thrives in and around these urban epicenters
Three died and four were injured on Sunday when a plane veered off course
The Democratic candidate released her comprehensive plan for saving our national parks and public lands. It's impressive, even if it never comes to fruition.
Don't rely on convenience stores and junk food to fuel your miles
This gear shop owner moved from Nebraska to Wyoming's Wind Rivers for a smaller salary and higher cost of living. She wouldn't change it for the world.
Sure-footed tips for when the going gets steep
Alpine scrambles and beachfront strolls; multi-day singletrack adventures and quick urban escapes; soaring trees and rolling sand dunes—every state in the country has something to offer intrepid hikers. So we rounded up a bucket-list-worthy, best-of-the-best guide.
Step one: know the conditions and whether fires are actually allowed where you're camping
Step one: don't break it. But if you do...
What's really behind all the recent cougar conflicts
This segment of 'The Swiss Knife' features Fredi Kalbermatten splitboarding the backcountry around his home zone in Switzerland
A study of the cognitive and psychological effects of outdoor cycling finds equal results for normal bikes and e-bikes
In July, a group of Afghan women set out to climb 24,580-foot Mount Noshaq, their country's highest mountain. No Afghan woman had ever reached the summit, and many challenges stood in their way, from hostile Afghan men who think that women shouldn't exercise, to the terrorist attack in a district near the peak two days before the climb began. This is their story.
Are you curious about what Olympic climbing will look like in 2020? We are, too. Here's what you should know before it all begins.
Big-mountain skier Greg Hill has committed to skiing 100 summits using only his electric vehicle to get there
'The Ride,' from filmmaker Erik Peterson, follows skijorer Ebbie Hanson on her winter circuit with her horse, Zeke
As climbers reach Base Camp, at the foot of the world's highest mountain, these are the stories we're keeping an eye on
The massive waves of Nazaré, Portugal are famous for surfing—but one group of athletes has embraced a new way to engage with these waters
Jim Reynolds is a name you’ve likely never heard, but his free-soloing feats top those of Alex Honnold—if not in difficulty, then in length, commitment, and style
Josh Morgerman is an obsessive stormchaser. As hurricanes grow fiercer and more destructive, what does it mean to be someone who loves them?
A recent World Cup in Denver blew all expectations and leads the way toward the 2026 Winter Games
From Kathmandu to the top of the world, here’s an overview of the most popular route to Everest’s summit
How will a snowy winter affect your summertime high-country plans in the High Sierra and southern Rockies?
You don't need to destroy something to experience it
In the upcoming film 'Voices of Fear,' from Montage Productions, adventure athletes reflect on their own relationships with this emotion
Ancient European pilgrimages. Coastal treks along jungle isles. Surprising Rocky Mountain summits. Checking off any of these bucket-list hikes is sure to be the experience of a lifetime.
Epic ultras in the Alps. An urban loop in running's most beloved city. High desert treks through the American Southwest. These are without a doubt the best runs on the planet.
Gear, classes, and other resource recommendations for those who want to get far, far out there in the winter
On July 17, 2017, thru-hiker Joe McConaughy set out to claim the fastest known time for a self-supported traverse of the Appalachian Trail
It's so good that you'll start making it at home, too
The wall won’t just separate two nations, it will sever the connection between a community and its native flora and fauna
His new book, 'Horizon,' is the crowning achievement of a writer whose eyes never stray from the long view
In its ongoing series with the U.S. Forest Service, More Than Just Parks is profiling iconic landscapes from America’s national forests
Grand Canyon National Park superintendent Christine Lehnertz notified park employees on March 14 that she was resigning, effective March 31. This comes weeks after a four-month investigation turned up no wrongdoing and found a series of 2018 allegations against her to be "unfounded."
All signs point to active weather continuing into the warmer months, which will bring a litany of new hazards
Carson Storch recounts a near disastrous run-in with a bear in the Yukon during a mountain-bike and raft trip down the Tatshenshini River
The recent additions to the Epic Pass highlight, again, the massive consolidation occurring across the ski industry, which is driving up rents and turning mountain towns into company towns
She was a survivor and an alpha. And then she was legally shot and killed by a hunter. Yellowstone Park's legendary wolf researcher Rick McIntyre reflects on the life of one of the park's most famous canines.
Snorkel in hand, a Polish photographer plumbs endless powder accumulations in the Hokkaido backcountry
The crucial public lands legislation was just signed by President Trump. Here's why you should care.
Violinist-pianist duo Anastasia Allison and Rose Freeman hike into the wilderness and often play for no audience other than nature
‘My Girls’ features a group of four women on their annual ski weekend, celebrating a bond that formed in the mountains.
The bodies of Daniele Nardi and Tom Ballard have been located after 14 days of searching
Photographer and filmmaker Jonathan Chapman spent time this winter chronicling a family of veteran mushers in Minnesota who have devoted their lives to the sport and their dogs
Four zones have been ranked as extreme on the five-point scale
The Trump Administration plans to delist the gray wolf across the Lower 48. Here’s why that's happening and what it means for the future of the species.
Luis Benitez became the face of government’s interest in the outdoor recreation industry, one that’s larger than both the auto and oil and gas exploration industries. He sat down with 'Outside' to discuss the industry’s expanding role in politics and his own future.