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The North Pacific right whale has been spotted only a handful of times in 60 years. A marine biologist from Seattle wants to change that.
With the airline industry struggling because of COVID-19, summer, fall, and winter plane fares to adventure destinations are hitting unprecedented lows. Airlines are also offering free change and cancellation fees. Should you hop on these deals now or wait and see? We consulted industry experts to find out—and rounded up some of the best fares out there.
As it became clear that climbing walls could be an ideal host for the coronavirus, most gyms closed their doors this week
From retail giants like REI to the mom and pop stores in your hometowns, what happens when these businesses shut down?
Cozy up with one and start planning your next family adventure
From visiting Alaska's fat bears to traveling solo across Scotland, here's how we're spending our PTO
Snag some major airfare discounts on your next trip
According to Craig Romano, the local guy who literally wrote the book—actually, 20 of them—on hiking in the area
Plus: where to stay, eat, and play outside along the way
Alaska Airlines's latest flight promotion to Hawaii offers cheaper tickets for bigger waves—but you only have a few days to snag a deal
The Emerald City is surrounded by mountains and has access to the ocean, but some of its biggest outdoor draws can be reached by public transportation
After a climbing partner became ill, high winds stranded Yev Krasnitskiy and his team on the upper reaches of Mount Rainier for five days with no way to go but up
Is this the death knell for dockless e-bike shares?
The company's founder says the key to brick-and-mortar success in the age of Amazon is creating community
Seattle has a lot to offer city folk—a thriving job market, world-class culture, and all the pour-over coffee you can drink. But for those who need frequent and fast escapes from the metropolis, the shores and woods of Puget Sound's islands are only a boat ride away.
Whether you’re in the mood for beer and barbecue, a dance party, or a shot of adrenaline, these events are a guaranteed blast
Who says you can't camp in (or near) big cities?
According to a recent story in Bloomberg, celebrities and gallons of champagne are all in a day's work at Aspen. But for the rest of us, it’s not so glamorous.
Todd Carmichael runs the billion-dollar La Colombe Coffee empire, but he still makes time for record-breaking jaunts across Antarctica
We dig into the finances of an Alpine Ascents International guide
In Washington State, a group of researchers is mining social media posts and photos to identify overused trails and turn your next weekend adventure into a real escape
Outdoor towns tend to be overwhelmingly homogenous, which can make for a tough decision for people of color who want to move somewhere they can play outside
Most of mountaineering's teachers are white, but one group wants to change that through new hands-on workshops
No one would blame you for planning your summer vacation around visits to these shops
For one, it makes headlines for excellence and not for, um, dogs dying in its overhead bins
Tried-and-true adventures big and small, from sea to shining sea
The experts' take on what happened last Saturday when a mountain lion killed one cyclist and injured another outside of Seattle
An energized group of explorers are bringing the spirit of wilderness through hiking to American cities. Record-breaking distance trekker Liz Thomas and others are altering how we see urban spaces and inviting folks new to the outdoors along for the fun.
The International Rescue Committee hopes that by teaching kids how to conquer the crag, they'll also be better off facing challenges in their daily lives
One of our favorite new packs pays homage to the Forest Service—and looks good doing it
Sometimes the best performance upgrade is portability
Giving disaster-struck communities the ability to produce their own clean water
Those folks up in the PNW know how to make nice-looking outdoor toys
The former fastest woman to hike the AT is stitching together ambitious routes right in the middle of urban civilization
There are 137 large wildfires raging across 7.8 million acres in what might be the worst fire season ever
The Medium Duffel ($425) is one of 17 products that Filson recently launched in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service. The 20-liter bag is made in Filson’s Seattle factory, with weather-resistant twill and bridle leather. It meets all airline carry-on requirements. The goal of the partnership is…
Get far into the wilderness in as little time as possible
The metal spires and busy streets of a city pale in comparison to snowy peaks and undulating countryside, but there's something redeeming—dare I say special—about the concrete jungle
We talked to climbers, Olympic mountain bikers, musicians, and award-winning chefs about what exactly makes their hometowns so special and fun
The popular comic writer and entrepreneur can trace his success back to one day: the day he started running
Gone: The days of treadmills shoved into ugly hotel closets. Here: The hotel gym you wish you could take home.
A deadly collapse at a popular cavern near Seattle has raised the question of whether signs and warnings are enough to stop visitors from venturing where they shouldn’t
Unwind to the sound of the Snoqualmie Falls, just a half-hour drive from Seattle.
People have been trying to build a better bike almost as long as people have been trying to build a better mousetrap. With the Denny, that quest may be over—at least when it comes to urban commuting.
Pounding out miles on stoplight-strewn streets and past convenience stores quickly loses its luster. Whether you’re commuting or training, here are ten urban trails in the U.S. that offer scenic views and traffic-free paths to keep your run enjoyable. Atlanta Beltline Georgia’s Beltline cinches its…
If you’ve topped out on talking about a wine’s terroir and session ales, it’s time to tackle the next alcohol trend that’s gaining volume: craft distilling. The desire for authentic, handmade goods drove the craft-beer bonanza. Now the same ethic is sparking passions for locally made spirits such as gin,…
Healthy. That's the word we kept coming back to. And we don't mean a fit or skinny population; we're talking about a city's cultural vibrancy, economic well-being, and overall quality of life. Presenting our picks for the 10 best cities in America, from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Albuquerque, New Mexico. Plus: Our 10 favorite small towns.
Your town got you down? We’ve got your escape plan. These 20 stars of America’s 21st-century Renaissance are riding a wave of civic reinvention and fresh ideas.
The Classic Powder Skiing Once you experience Alta's powder, you too will be an Altaholic ALTA SKI AREA, Utah: Not only does Alta get twice as much snow as less blessed resortsit averages 500 inchesbut its flakes are also lighter and drier. Maybe that’s why nearly 80 percent of…
Escape from New York (and nine other big cities) with these 40 fast adventures
At some point after puberty and before mortgage payments, that summer ritual our parents used to make us do became something we couldn't do without. And the rules have changed. Cars are faster, highways are better, and there's cool stuff—really cool stuff that doesn't involve buffets or Dollywood—just about everywhere. Stop sitting on those vacation d
Where is the best place in the United States for a family or husband/wife "team" to learn to scuba dive? Michelle Delphos, KS
Get schooled to captain your own vessel, then take it to the open seas
How to see your stomping grounds as a concrete jungle.
In the dark of winter, monsters lurk near the glow of Seattle. And man, that's when the jigging's good.
You'll find endless rewards in just 48 hours of freedom. We've got 50 close-to-home adventures right here.
TALL LATTE BEFORE WORK, double espresso in the afternoon, short cappuccino after dinner—it's the only way to tolerate Seattle's gray days. But when the clouds break and the Cascades, the Olympics, and Puget Sound appear, you know where you need to be. Grab a quadruple shot and get going.
Vancouver Island is just a short ferry ride away. It only feels like you've died and gone to heaven.