Adventure
ArchiveIn honor of the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act, Pete McBride and Vital Films put together this stunning visual tribute to some of the most treasured areas in the U.S. …
Wish you had grown up ripping lift service downhill like these kids? Us too. This profile by T-bar Films of the Mt. Bachelor Gravity Camp will leave you more than a little jealous of their mountain biking skills. …
Some locations still closed as blaze winds down
From the Road is the story of a skier’s personal journey, seen through the lens of redemption and triumph. Delivered through the unique personal perspective of former professional ski guide Eric Henderson, the film is centered on a human powered ski adventure in Alaska’s Chugach Mountains. A…
Geologists have accurately measured "supercave"
Freeskiers had been filming on Chile's Mount San Lorenzo
World Wildlife Fund says humans mostly responsible
In 2009, a hiker named Becky Garris was struck by lightning in Vermont while hiking the Appalachian Trail. She woke up with a paralyzed right arm, and managed to get herself to the hospital. This is her story. …
True stories of survival from those who lived to tell the tale. In our Survival Stories series, you’ll find everything you need to know about unpredictable weather, big waves, and staying safe in the backcountry. In the first episode, Maya Gabeira describes what happened on the day she nearly drowned trying to…
We caught up with Dean Potter before his wingsuit flight over the ice cream social at Mountainfilm in Telluride, CO, earlier this year. Here’s what he had to say about dealing with fear.
In October, 12 women will compete in one of the world's oldest male-dominated sports. The race? A 38,000-mile monster through pirate-infested waters and rough seas.
Judge says private landowner must let them access waves
Students prefer standing and build healthy habits
Grand Teton incident spurs park to start new ranger patrols
Mountaineers were hoping to climb two 8,000-meter peaks in 7 days
For more than 40 years, no one has done more to shine a light on the globe’s most intriguing corners for workaday adventurers than Richard Bangs. Now 64, the father of American adventure travel is proof that old-school adventure is as alive as ever.
As more and more people head into the backcountry, we’re triggering more slides than ever before. If you’re thinking about venturing into avalanche-prone terrain this winter, first read this.
Judge invalidates 2012 decision by Fish and Wildlife Service
New protocol enables referee timeouts for head injuries
Mercedes, Audi pick up the rest
In June 2013, 23-year-old Felix Starck set out on the biggest adventure of his life. In 365 days he traveled over 11,000 miles through 22 countries by bike, despite being robbed, battling pneumonia and losing a loved one along the way. He lugged 120 pounds of gear and a video…
As resorts open more extreme terrain, skiers are wondering: Should I wear my beacon in-bounds?
Playing safely in the mountains requires an intimate knowledge of terrain and an understanding of how a host of variables—including sun, wind, and temperature—affect the snowpack.
Organizer's explanations for last-minute notice called into question
Some of the explosives that professionals use to take down the white dragon.
Every year, more than 500 Americans will be struck by lightning—and roughly 90 percent of them will survive. Though they remain among the living, their minds and bodies will be instantly, fundamentally altered in ways that still leave scientists scratching their heads.
Phil Broscovak was on a typical family climbing trip in 2005 when disaster struck. As he tried to untangle a rope before the weather turned, a bolt of lightning hit feet from his head and blew him from the wall. This is his story. …
A tribute to those “other hours” that take place outside of work and the day to day business of life. Jeff Brines from Early Ups shot this video over the last year in his free time away from the 9 to 7 grind. He racked up 145 days in ski…
Suspect allegedly broke into a home to call 911 as flames grew
Snow safety expert Dean Cardinale knows a thing or two about staying safe in the backcountry. Here’s his advice for making the most of your backcountry skiing experience. …
A short film showing off the majesty of the high Arctic landscape. Photographer Peter Cox got to experience ice caps, glaciers, stunning mountain landscapes and wildlife during two Svalbard photo tours in July 2014. …
Avalanche beacons are an incredibly powerful tool for the backcountry, but they’re worthless if you don’t know how to use them properly. Watch as snow safety expert Dean Cardinale and the ski partol team at Snowbird demonstrate how to use a beacon at…
Nik Wallenda is preparing for his next big stunt: walking on wires 50 stories above the streets of Chicago. We caught up with Wallenda to find out how the daredevil got his start – and why he’s fascinated with death-defying walks in stunning locations. …
Avalanche dogs are the unsung heroes of the backcountry. When beacons aren’t working, search and resuce teams rely on dogs to help find buried victims. To find out what goes into training an avalanche dog, we caught up with the Snowbird Ski Partol team during a drill. …
On May 8, 2000, 48-year-old Michael Utley was struck by lightning while playing golf with friends. He woke up in an ambulance a month later with no idea where he was or what had happened. This is his story. …
Drug cartels no longer barrier to enjoying "most dangerous national park"
No, but it is getting increasing dangerous out there. As hordes of skiers hit the backcountry, they're triggering more avalanches than ever before, and there's still a dangerous gap between our collective enthusiasm and the depth of our knowledge. But while the learning curve is daunting and the risks are high, the adventure rewards are immense—if you do it rig
Explorer Daniel Fox has paddled some of the world's wildest places in search of images that can reconnect us with nature—but not humanize it. His startling Wild Image Project brings wildlife up close and personal, asking viewers to reconsider their relationship with the environment. "Nature is raw, rough, cruel, pretty, beautiful, inspiring, but above all, a humble experience," Fox says. And that's a great thing.
Whalers insist their work is scientific, flouting international consensus
Kelly Slater closes (some) of gap to tour-leading Gabriel Medina
The European Outdoor Film Tour kicks off on October 11, and promises to be as compelling as ever. Here’s a look at what to expect from this year’s tour. …
Studies show biking, walking, public transportation make you happier, healthier
Rainforest structure will be tallest in South America
Residents evacuate as blaze destroys 100 homes