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Grizzly 399, which delighted wildlife watchers for more than a decade, was killed Tuesday night in a collision with a vehicle
Camping in 120 degree heat can be deadly. But can it also be beautiful?
Throughout her athletic career, Caroline Gleich has been moonlighting as an activist. This year, she stepped into politics full-time.
Five questions with the iconic Yosemite climber about her 2024 memoir, ‘A Light Through the Cracks’
A pair of Washington climbers, inspired by the warming climate and an enormous challenge, reached a peak normally accessed by a helicopter on the saddles of their bikes
Five questions with Hot Water Music frontman Chuck Ragan about blending his passions for fly-fishing and rock music
Race officials confirmed the death of a Mexican athlete and a British national, while participants raised concerns around organization
Vonn has sparked speculation about a World Cup comeback with recent Instagram posts following her knee surgery. Could the ski legend return?
A last-minute phone call and a wild cross-country road trip led me to interview the vice-presidential candidate. Unlike me, he was relaxed.
Officials denied a private helicopter to help volunteers continue their search for 22-year-old Austin King, who vanished in mid-September in a remote corner of the park
A recent ‘Wall Street Journal’ story sheds light on the popularity of home oxygenation systems, which can cost upward of $100,000. The writer explains why he grudgingly accepts the new technology.
The border wall had an all star cast of political operatives trying to get it built. The butterflies had Marianna Trevino Wright.
Hunting is the easy part. Getting your kill out of the woods and into your kitchen is a little more complicated. Here’s how to do it.
The iconic freeride mountain bike competition in Virgin, Utah, welcomed women for the first time, to great success. The men weren’t so bad either.
This painstakingly-assembled kit is for anyone who likes to keep driving when the pavement ends
Like humans, dogs have accidents in the backcountry. So what do you do if your canine hiking companion is in distress?
This 83-foot-tall wall—perhaps the world’s tallest home “woodie”—climbs through a retractable ceiling panel and boasts fantastic views of one of New York City’s poshest neighborhoods
A group led by filmmaker Jimmy Chin found the boot of Andrew "Sandy" Irvine, the British climber who vanished on Everest alongside George Mallory in 1924. Experts say the mystery involving the duo remains.
Gardner, 32, was attempting a new route on Jannu East’s immense North Face when he died in a fall
After 17 editions just for men, the iconic freeride event in Utah will debut its women’s competition on Thursday
Forget Everything You Think You Know About Surviving Natural Disasters. This Is What Really Matters.
Power generators and satellite internet are smart investments, but as climate change amplifies natural disasters, there’s nothing as important as your neighbors
Mountaineers Michelle Dvorak and Fay Manners take us inside their harrowing rescue on the side of Chaukhamba III in the Garhwal Himalayas
How did a US congressional candidate and the director of the National Butterfly Center end up in a physical altercation on the US border with Mexico?
Scouring your yard clean is a waste of time and deprives your soil of valuable nutrients
Our hiking columnist tested Satisfy’s pricey Dyneema shorts. Turns out, the most expensive product isn’t always the best.
Katmai's famous Fat Bear Week contest is about to celebrate its tenth anniversary—but for the first time, its biggest star is nowhere to be found. We pay tribute to a true champion.
Although the 26-year-old from India won’t break the record for fastest circumnavigation of the globe by bike, she will be the first to have ridden around the world twice
Our hiking columnist phoned up experts along the iconic pathway to get a sense of the destruction left by Hurricane Helene
Recover from active pursuits with footwear built to get you back out there rested, refreshed, and ready for more
Follow Andrew Muse as he explores the ultimate overlanding event and asks people about their favorite gear
Surfing’s three-time world champion talks fatherhood, injuries, and how a daily regimen of hyperbaric chamber therapy and meditation helps him stay on top
In the remote, heavily logged Yaak Valley, an unlikely stand of old growth sits at the center of a debate about what a forest is for—and how best to protect it
The global ski resort behemoth is cutting 14 percent of its corporate staff after a tough year. But will its new business strategy affect skiers?
Some of the AT’s most famous towns and their residents bore the worst of Helene’s damage. Hikers who were on trail discuss the moment that the storm hit—and locals contemplate the long recovery ahead.
Was Homero’s death an accident? Or murder? And who would want Homero dead?
Americans are transfixed by the saga of Rayne Beau, the California house cat that went missing in the country’s oldest national park and reappeared in its home state
Firefighter James Lawless tackles the rugged terrain of Bronco Off-Roadeo Nevada before climbing with Bronco Ambassador Maiza Lima
Parks and trail towns along the southern reaches of the AT are devastated. Here's how hikers can help.
Florida surf legend “Gnarly Charley” Hajek stepped on a shark at New Smyrna Beach this week. His biggest regret? Breaking his 148-day streak.
Utah’s Powder Mountain looks to evolve the skiing experience, changing the way the slopes look, feel, and sound
Don’t just chuck it in the trash. Here’s the right way to get rid of your spent bear spray.
Drop the jargon, demystify the tech. We’re bringing you nothing but the facts.
The husband of runner Camille Herron admitted to having altered the Wikipedia biographies of prominent ultrarunners. The revelation came after a Canadian journalist launched an investigation.
Tyler Andrews predicts more top runners will pursue Fastest Known Times on the world’s tallest mountains
68-year-old Mick Fowler and 74-year-old Victor Saunders make an odd couple. But their teamwork just yielded yet another striking Karakorum first ascent.
FKT season has arrived, and no record is safe. Here’s a peek at five of the wildest record attempts we’ve seen go down this year.
Monarchs are considered the king of the butterflies. In Michoacan, Mexico conservationist Homero Gomez Gonzalez was considered the king of the Monarchs. Until one day in 2020, when he disappeared without a trace.
If I owned the gondola, here are 10 things I’d use it for—guilt-free farting, horseplay, and dog transportation, for starters.
In a new documentary, now screening at this year's Outside Festival, the professional snowboarder opens up about motherhood and her career in the shadow of a cancer diagnosis
A hiker suffered severe burns after falling into a hydrothermal feature this week. The park responded with a reminder that its hot springs are its deadliest feature.
Ultrarunner Tara “Candy Mama” Dower shaved 13 hours off Karel Sabbe’s previous record for hiking the iconic route
Boston Marathon champion Des Linden believes in the performance benefits of caffeine. What does top nutritionist—and elite runner—Magda Boulet say?
For years, tensions have run high between AT thru-hikers and rangers in Baxter State Park. One hiker wonders, could moving the terminus solve the problem?
This year’s Warren Miller flick is going to be pretty epic
Mountain runner Michelino Sunseri appeared to have climbed the iconic peak in record time, but the arbiters of speed determined it didn’t count
When you pay attention, you'll be amazed by how much our canine companions can teach us
On Thursday, video game developer Jason Rohrer unveiled "Project Skydrop," a treasure hunt in New England featuring a solid gold statue and a bounty of cryptocurrency
The world's most interesting video game designer just hid a treasure in the woods. What's he up to?
At 101, Kelty is one of the oldest outdoor industry pioneers alive today
The downhill legend sat down with SKI to discuss mentorship, the future of women’s racing, and her deeply personal role in the 2034 Olympics
Wilcox, 38, rode 18,125 miles miles during her journey, which is slightly more than the circumference of the earth
Sixteen visitors have died in the national park so far in 2024, which is only slightly above the annual average. But the deaths have created the perception that dangers are on the rise.
Get your fill of “Awe and then Some”
Park Service employee Erich B. Koenig discovered spilled junk food inside New Mexico’s Carlsbad Caverns in 2023. His post about human impact on delicate ecosystems sparked a glut of media coverage.
The Bridge Fire engulfed the Angeles National Forest causing evacuations. But this ski area was able to keep its infrastructure safe.
Underconsumption may be trending on social media, but thrifting has been around for a long time. From household essentials and wardrobe staples to outdoor gear and the best gifts ever, it’s better for the planet and your wallet.
It turns out that awe can cause feelings of greater belonging, generosity, and humility
Five questions with American runner Katie Schide, who recently shattered the course record at France’s UTMB
Indoor climbing has gotten so expensive that the American Alpine Club officially considers it an “access issue.” Is there anything we can do to stop climbing from becoming an elites-only pursuit like skiing or golf?
These two water lovers show how adventure and stewardship go together
Walking from terminus to terminus is a thru-hiker’s dream, but what about when circumstances—or a really cool side trail—lead you on a detour?
While most of the ultra-trail running crème de la crème are in Chamonix for UTMB, the 36-year-old legend is also in the Alps for a massive undertaking of his own. We sat down with him in person to unpack his relationship with the sport and himself.
The embattled Australian brought more attention to her sport than just about any athlete at the Paris Games, and she shouldn’t feel any remorse for it
Most Americans live in urban areas. Our cycling columnist explains how to make your regular route feel like a backcountry outing.
Trail running just held its Super Bowl in Chamonix, France. Here are three stories from the UTMB weekend.
Diversifying your footwear keeps your feet dry, comfortable, and healthy. What else could you want?
Five questions with Mike Odair, the showrunner for Netflix’s survival-reality program ‘Outlast,’ which airs its second season on September 4
Mammoth Lakes locals and the Bishop Paiute Tribal Council were outraged and want others to learn from the tragic incident