Do more of what you love—from pitching a tent at a weekend festival to searching out the most remote campsites—with the best gear from REI

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Ford Bronco ambassadors travel across Wyoming and compete to win $10,000 to donate to a local nonprofit—all in the name of keeping Wyoming wild

A habituated male elk chased visitors, poked its antlers into their tent, and then left a stinky surprise in their campsite. Park officials say they are monitoring the animal.

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When Ada Limón, America’s first Latina poet laureate, was tasked with bringing poetry to people who otherwise might not be exposed to it, she knew just where to put it: National Parks

Articles editor Frederick Dreier recaps the second episode of ‘Alone’ Africa, which saw one contestant tap out after enjoying early success

As the TikTok ban looms, creators who built inclusive communities around outdoor activities face an uncertain future. The platform’s unique ability to inspire real-world adventures and amplify diverse voices may disappear overnight, leaving creators and enthusiasts searching for alternatives.