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The 27-year-old broke his ankle after falling into a deep glacial crevasse known as a bergschrund

Yellowstone geysers are facing an unassuming threat, plus a new speed record has been set on the Grand Teton. Outside has you covered in this edition of our weekly news roundup

Geologists at Yellowstone National Park have already collected more than 300 hats from the park’s hot spring areas this year

Hammerhead sharks were just one of the species found mislabeled in U.S. grocery stores

Big Bend does not see many visitors, but it has a high relative death rate.

The body of a Colorado man was located about 300 feet below the rim near the South Kaibab Trail

Last year, Sunseri broke the speed record for ascending and descending the 13,775-foot peak. The record was shortly revoked

Interested in $1 million? Want to spot this year’s epic Northern Lights forecast? Outside has you covered in this edition of our weekly news roundup.

Six questions to ask yourself before adventuring into the outdoors, according to the National Park Service.

Hikers in British Columbia and Montana successfully fended off attacking bears in two separate incidents using this compact deterrent.

From proximity alerts to downloadable map options, the app’s new tools keep users in the flow no matter where they are

At least one popular trail in the area has been closed due to severe weather

The area around a popular lake trail is replete with human waste. Park officials may install a permanent toilet.

An alpine marriage proposal, a California coastal trek, and other tales of outdoor exploration with furry friends.

Hundreds of festivalgoers are injured at Burning Man each year. To some, the medical bills can be astronomical.

Officials believe at least 200 people may have been exposed to rabies while visiting a hotel in Grand Teton National Park.

Now that the fastest marathoner in history, Ruth Chepngetich, has been caught, is it time give up and let athletes dope?

At Nike’s Breaking4 event in Paris, the Kenyan star clocked the fastest ever mile by a woman. Here's how she did it—and why the 4-minute mark remains elusive.

The plan to sell millions of acres of Forest Service and BLM land just encountered a major hurdle. The plan's author says he still wants to auction off some areas.

Rescuers issue a warning to hikers across the country as fast-flowing streams and cascades surge with spring snowmelt

Yes, the Met Gala is about fashion. But it's also about the memes. Here are some we outdoorsfolk found all too relatable.

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.

Jenni Lowe founded the nonprofit after the death of her husband Alex Lowe. Now, she’s passing the torch to alpinist Melissa Arnot Reid's charity, the Juniper Fund.

Authorities have charged two Coloradans for allegedly stealing historic artifacts from Canyonlands National Park in March

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?

One writer takes a deep dive into the cultural history and competitive framework of competitive breaking, which makes its Olympic debut in Paris

One longtime running editor unveils his plan to make the Olympic Marathon a less boring, must-see event

Mocked by some, celebrated by many, the image of surfer Gabriel Medina aloft in Tahiti has come to define the 2024 Olympic surfing event. A longtime fan wrestles with this reality.

The writer traces his obsession with the Games’ most extravagant spectacle back to his own childhood—when he saw a man wearing a jet pack land inside the Los Angeles Coliseum in 1984

NBC will broadcast thousands of hours of Olympics coverage across its flagship network, cable channels, and streaming app Peacock. Here’s how to find the live coverage and highlights.

Debris flies hundreds of feet in the air in this video recorded by a Yellowstone hiker

On Tuesday, a horse slid off the side of a popular backcountry trail, falling 30 feet into a ravine

Authorities in Ensenada have arrested three people in connection with the disappearance

The Asheboro Boulders could have been destroyed by a mining company. Instead they were saved by the North Carolina Zoo.

Our founding host, Peter Frick-Wright, is returning—and we couldn’t be more excited

In August, USA Track & Field announced a start time that upset participating athletes—today, they came back with a compromise

A “seismic swarm” of 1,400 earthquakes shut down a resort and roads, with area evacuations urged.

On Sunday, October 22, Touchstone’s Hollywood Boulders management were made aware that a member of the gym had suggested that they were armed and dangerous

Authorities believe the man may have been planning an attack at the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park

Although the authorities would not confirm the exact location of the planned attack, it likely would have occurred in Smith Rock during this weekend’s Craggin’ Classic.

Beloved and historic Black Mountain will keep its lifts running this season while new owners are sought

Just a little something to get you stoked for the season. You're welcome.

The hardships faced by N.H.'s Black Mountain are shared by many small ski areas today

As Republican legislators fail to reach a deal with the fringe of their own party, the National Park Service and normal people who depend on it prepare to suffer

An outdoor excursion through the Colorado Rockies to celebrate the new venison burger

Before you make that summertime smoothie, read this

Although Instant Brands is seeing a decline in interest, we think these Instant Pot cookout recipes will always be priceless

The outdoor apparel brand was ranked number one against giants such as Amazon, Apple, and Ford

How concerned should we be about heavy metals in our favorite beverages?

Nature and nurture both contribute to a dog’s lifespan. Bobi, the world’s oldest dog, is a perfect example.

Fast-food veggie burgers are hit-or-miss, but Shake Shack’s might be a winner

In desperate situations, is living off of wine a “pour” decision? We asked an expert.

Who is responsible? Without any real leads or suspects, the pastabilites are endless.

Have an uncontrollable sweet tooth? It might be your brain.

Freebies and a burrito recipe to celebrate this spicy holiday

There are limits to what your sign says about you.

In 2021 the ‘About Damn Time’ singer made headlines for her take on nature’s oatmeal. Today she’s at it again with a chocolatey variation.

ChatGPT told me what to eat all day and I listened with an open mind and mouth

Researchers look into how robotic bees encourage queens to optimize egg laying and assist with agricultural disasters

Mike Gabler appreciates food more than ever after 26 days of brutal challenges, coconuts, and pinching crabs

Coming February 13, a weekday podcast featuring short stories of resilience in the face of big challenges and unexpected adventures

A sickness some are referring to as zombie deer disease is being flagged by wildlife departments across the country.

NHD+ and NHD Recycled prove that industry-leading waterproof down doesn’t need PFCs

Buyers snapped up 476 items found in Fenn’s chest in an online auction

At ISPO Munich, the two brands introduced a limited-edition tote bag with Cordura re/cor RN66 for the first time in Europe

Cracking the code on this year’s holiday marketing trends

Vitriolic messages appeared on Camp Tamarack’s social media after the incident. Oregon’s LGBTQ+ community has rallied behind the camp.

Take a look at some of the ways your brand can grow and improve your B2B offering in 2023

When Harrington and Nelson met on an Everest expedition, they formed a bond that carried them through some of the toughest and most rewarding experiences of their lives, including dangerous expeditions, big romances, and motherhood

The proposal will affect the marketing and packaging of certain cereals, nuts, and fish

A fall on Manaslu claimed the life of the legendary ski mountaineer this week

After going missing on Monday while descending from the summit, Nelson was found by a search and rescue team

The collection begins a new chapter of sustainability for the legacy pack brand

Trying to wrap your head around the depth of the rapidly expanding pit in South America? We’ve broken it down in terms our readers understand—like fly rods, climbing ropes, and breakfast burritos.

“Um, don’t do drugs kids (and don’t start spiders on fire during a drought),” Utah governor Spencer Cox tweeted Tuesday