This year was a windfall for gearheads. In most seasons, we only see 15 to 20 pieces of winter gear that are truly ground-breaking or category-defining鈥攖he high bar a piece must meet to earn one of our competitive Editors’ Choice awards. But this year, we were stunned to find 32 prize-worthy products across the 500-plus pieces we tested. Below, we’ve included 24 of those top-scoring pieces of gear in our annual Winter Gear Guide, as well as links to comprehensive reviews of all the rest.

What merits an Editor鈥檚 Choice award? Performance, first and foremost. To receive this award, products have to demonstrate best-in-class performance over months of rigorous testing, besting the competition in their respective categories. Items that showcase innovative new technology or significant moves towards sustainability also get brownie points. But it鈥檚 not just the newest and shiniest toys that are considered for an Editor鈥檚 Choice award. Sometimes, products that have been around for a while continue to outperform in their field. Items like the Gnu Barrett snowboard and Fisher Ranger ski get an Editor鈥檚 Choice nod because, even though they’re not new to the shelves this year, they鈥檙e still the best.

If top-of-the-line gear is what you鈥檙e after this season, then you鈥檝e come to the right place.

• Best Men’s Snowboard:
• Best Women’s Snowboard:
• Best Splitboard:
• Best Snowboard Binding:
• Best Men’s Base Layers:听and
• Best Women’s Base Layers:听 and
• Best Men’s Fleece:
• Best Women’s Fleece:
• Best Parka:
• Best Road Running Shoe:
• Best Men’s Frontside Ski:
• Best Women’s Frontside Ski:
• Best Men’s All-Mountain Ski:
• Best Women’s All-Mountain Ski:
• Best Powder Ski:
• Best Backcountry Ski:
• Best Women’s Alpine Ski Boot:
• Best Men’s Alpine Ski Boot:
• Best Backcountry Ski Boot:
• Best Ski Pack:
• Best Ski Goggle:
• Best Ski Helmet:

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The Best Winter Gear of 2025

Best Men’s Snowboard

Nitro Alternator

The can cruise groomers and surf wind lip-laden pow fields鈥攁nd it can charge steeps, drop cliffs, and straightline sketchy runouts like it鈥檚 trying to break the sound barrier, too. Snowboard purists (read: the anti-rocker contingent) will appreciate the Alternator鈥檚 frills-free traditional camber profile. Testers also praised the stability provided by the mid-stiff, high-grade poplar core, which is reinforced by nose-to-tail carbon stringers. The classically directional deck sports subtle setback and minimal taper, as well as an early rise nose and a kicked tail. While the Alternator wasn鈥檛 the best in test when it came to float in powder or switch stomping and ripping ability, the design provides what testers agreed is a solid balance between the two. Testers also loved the Alternator鈥檚 carving prowess, which comes courtesy of Nitro鈥檚 Dual Degressive sidecut鈥攁 smaller-radius sidecut between the bindings that鈥檚 bookended by larger-radius sidecuts at the nose and tail. Compare it to our other top-scoring snowboards of the year.

Best Women’s Snowboard

Gnu Barrett

Stamped by both aspiring all-mountain shredders and our most aggressive freeriders, the was the highest-scoring women鈥檚 board of our test again and well deserving of yet another Editor鈥檚 Choice award. Testers dug the progressive Magne-traction鈥攁 design update that features a smooth sidecut in the front half of the board, transitioning to Gnu鈥檚 characteristic serrated sidecut in the back half of the board. 鈥淭he Magne-traction delivers a precise ride with superb edge-hold fit for a queen, and the Barrett performs well wiggling through the trees and arching long turns alike,鈥� reported one tester. We also loved the 鈥渆nergetic鈥� flex pattern鈥攕upplied by the Forest Stewardship Council-certified aspen and paulownia core, and reinforcing carbon bands鈥攚hich we found balanced enough for all types of terrain. Read our full review.

Best Splitboard

Venture Paragon

The is a classically shaped, easy-to-ride, neutral-cambered chameleon, able to adapt to any conditions or terrain you throw at it. Testers appreciated the Venture鈥檚 neutral profile, which transitions from zero-camber underfoot to a gentle rocker between the inserts, nose, and tail. The profile combined with a semi-tight sidecut offers a balance of float in powder and dependable edge-hold in hardpack. The Paragon was one of few splits reliable enough to navigate through the garbage with a semblance of grace, all while encouraging riders to throw little spins, ride switch, and pop off rock-hard pillows without too much concern for landing stability. Read our tester’s full review.

Best Snowboard Binding

Union Atlas

If you would rather blast through chop than daintily pick your way through it, Union鈥檚 updated is an all-mountain workhorse that can handle everything from hellish straightlines to heavy cliff drops. Thanks largely to a stiff, carbon-injected nylon baseplate and highback, it鈥檚 a lively, responsive binding that likes to go big and go fast. For dampening, Union deploys high-density, vibration-reducing Vaporlite bushings between the board and baseplate. They might not absorb bigger impacts as well as a softer rubber or foam, but they provide moderate dampening and, more important for charging riders, immediate response. See how the Union Atlas shakes out compared to the other best bindings of the year.

Best Men’s Base Layers

Ibex Woolies Pro Tech Crew and Bottom

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From powder days in Tahoe to damp training runs, the Woolies became our top choice for high-output activities and all-day wear alike. In western Canada, the and survived a gauntlet of winter smokejumper firefighter training sessions with little fuss鈥攐r stink. That鈥檚 thanks to the Nuyarn construction, which wraps odor-repelling merino wool around a nylon core, creating a lofty yarn that resists the stretching and tearing that can plague 100 percent merino garments. In terms of design, one tester summed it up well, as 鈥渟imple and highly functional.鈥� Raglan sleeves on the crew top meant no seams to interfere with pack straps. Flatlock stitching throughout the top and bottoms boosted comfort, and generously sized thumbholes played well with gloves and mittens. Read about the other top men’s base layers of the season here.

Best Women’s Base Layers

Helly Hansen LIFA Merino Midweight Graphic Crew and Pant

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Helly Hansen鈥檚 two-layer LIFA merino tech, which sandwiches an internal synthetic layer with an external merino layer, allows folks who are wool-sensitive to experience the material鈥檚 benefits. The result was a hit among our testers, who uniformly felt that LIFA鈥檚 combination of warmth and breathability made this the ultimate base layer for any winter activity where big temperature fluctuations require the need to stay warm and dry. While testing in regions ranging from the Northeast to the Tetons, testers agreed that the and provided warmth on lift rides and windy summits but also wicked moisture extremely efficiently. Here’s how it stacks up to the rest of the year’s base layers.

Best Men’s Fleece

L茅 Bent Sentinel Midweight Waffle Knit Zip Hoody

For such a classy hoodie, the has a lot going on. First and foremost, it鈥檚 knit using Nuyarn, a product from a New Zealand-based company that鈥檚 developed a way to spin merino wool fibers into a stretchier, loftier, and more durable, yarn. Nuyarn creates a custom yarn blend for each brand partner, and we love that L茅 Bent chose to integrate natural bamboo fibers鈥攔ather than synthetic polyethylene鈥攎aking for a more sustainable garment. In our testing, no performance was sacrificed in the choice; the Sentinel was remarkably stretchy, tough, and warm for its weight. The Sentinel鈥檚 waffle knit structure adds further loft, and therefore warmth, and lends a chic texture that made the garment stand out from the rest of the fleeces we tested.

Best Women’s Fleece

Artilect W-Halfmoon Bio Pullover

Here鈥檚 a do-it-all fleece for virtually every outing, year-round. Testers described the ‘s fabric thickness as a 鈥渓ight-midweight鈥� and said it delivered Goldilocks warmth and proved 鈥渏ust right鈥� for a huge range of pursuits. Over the testing season, we wore it under a shell when downhill skiing, over a T-shirt on summer peakbagging missions, at the climbing gym before a workout, and on its own around an evening campfire. Its moderate warmth and breathability make it ideal for mid-pace, stop-and-go activities. Compare the Halfmoon bio to the other top midlayers of 2025.

Best Winter Parka

Helly Hansen Aspire Puffy

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This marshmallow-soft, super puffy parka shines for its balance: It won鈥檛 break the bank compared to some other options we tested, offers serious warmth without being wildly heavy or bulky, and has a classic, streamlined look that鈥檚 still distinctive. The ‘s generous cut fits easily over bulky layers鈥攖he same tester made a habit of zipping it over her entire ski kit, shell and all, on cold mornings. Helly Hansen鈥檚 high-loft synthetic insulation compresses like down, making it surprisingly packable. See our other favorite winter coats and parkas of 2025.

Best Road Running Shoe

On Cloudboom Strike ($280)

The is a brand new supershoe that rivals the best. Restricted by the 40-millimeter stack height limit set by World Athletics, On鈥檚 engineers stripped away all non-essential elements to maximize the amount of their ultra-bouncy PEBA foam, Helion HF hyper underfoot. Inside, instead of a traditional flimsy insole, there鈥檚 a removable thick layer of PEBA foam resting directly on the carbon fiber plate. Plus, the upper is stitched directly onto the plate, eliminating the need for a strobel board. The result is more high-performing foam in the same 40-millimeter stack, which delivers a plush, cushioned feel and gives the impression of more thickness than there actually is. Read our full review and check out our other favorite winter running shoes here.

Best Men’s Frontside Ski

Rossignol Arcade 88

The all-new听听hit the jackpot in this year鈥檚 frontside ski test, not only winning our听Best in Test award after impressing testers across the board, but snagging the highest category scores in our carving, quickness, and playfulness criteria. It鈥檚 not often that a ski, even the year鈥檚 top-performing ski, bests its rivals in multiple skill categories. Testers who clicked into the Arcade 88 agreed that this versatile frontside ski will speak to a wide range of skiers. Most said it鈥檚 ideal for intermediates to experts looking for a narrower all-mountain tool that excels on groomers but is also quick and dependable enough for variable terrain. Read our .

Best Women’s Frontside Ski

Blizzard Black Pearl 88

The听 has some serious history鈥攏ot only because it鈥檚 been a top-selling ski for multiple seasons, but also because the line has been around for more than a decade. After years of tweaking and perfecting, we thought there wasn鈥檛 much left to improve. We were wrong. Previous iterations of the Black Pearl 88 all shared the superpower of accessibility and appeal to a wide range of ability levels. It was one of the most confidence-inspiring frontside skis out there, but it wasn鈥檛 exactly agile or energetic. Blizzard鈥檚 goal with the redesign was to make Black Pearl 88 more maneuverable, lighter, and easier to handle鈥攁ll without sacrificing power. Read more about the .

Best Men’s All-Mountain Ski

Salomon Stance 96

The earned the highest ranking at our 2024 SKI Test after impressing testers with its supreme versatility in a very competitive field. It鈥檚 a chameleon, adapting seamlessly to everything from groomers to chutes to bowls to bumps鈥攎aking it the very definition of a great all-mountain ski. When Salomon rebuilt the Stance 96 last year, the iconic French brand redirected its focus toward off-piste freeride terrain with astonishing success. Without sacrificing much performance on groomers, the new Stance 96, built on a caruba and poplar platform with a redesigned听 frame, is less hooky, more responsive, and more forgiving鈥攖he kinds of virtues we look for when speeding over manky snow. It鈥檚 easygoing yet confidence-inspiring, making it feel as though your skis all but disappear under your feet. Check out .

Best Women’s All-Mountain Ski

Fischer Ranger 96

More fun, less work. This is the simple ethos of the , which gained the coveted No. 1 spot in this year’s rankings. Testers pushed its limits in nearly every type of terrain鈥攔ipping on groomers, bombing through crud, and sucking up bumps鈥攁nd awarded the Ranger 96 the highest versatility score by a long shot, which is, of course, what this category is all about. The ski鈥檚 general architecture features a wood core, sandwich sidewall construction, and a sheet of vibration-damping metal that鈥檚 customized for each model in the Ranger line. In the 96mm width, the metal extends further into the tips and tails for better edge-grip and precision, while in the wider models it shortens for better float and playfulness. The 96 also has a flatter tail, which makes each turn feel like it鈥檚 good and finished. Learn more .

Best Powder Ski

Peak 110 by Bode

When we clicked into the at our 2024 gear test at Mt. Rose, Nevada, we weren鈥檛 sure what to expect鈥攁 fat-bodied charger, or a loose cannon like Bode himself. In the end, this ski defied all of our expectations to claim the top spot in the 2025 powder ski category. Just like its namesake, the Peak 110 by Bode is charge-y and sure of itself, offering what testers called insanely smooth vibration dampening; but it鈥檚 also a remarkably forgiving and intuitive platform. It floats like a much fatter ski and carves like a much narrower one, fusing all-mountain spirit with a powder ski鈥檚 personality. Read our .

Best Backcountry Ski

Salomon QST Echo 106

Known for their energy, playfulness, and solid feel in variable conditions, QST skis have an uncanny ability to please pros like听Cody Townsend as well as us mere mortals. The shares the shape and profile of the all-mountain QST 106, with slimmed-down construction (the Echo shaves off 200 grams per ski). It鈥檚 spry on the skintrack yet maintains a quiet feel through variable snow in the backcountry. Salomon opted for a lightweight and responsive caruba-and-poplar core, with basalt fibers that bump up the stiffness. The result is a ski we would take anywhere, from chundery alpine terrain to wide open corn runs.听See how it compares to the .

Best Women’s Alpine Ski Boot

Tecnica Mach 1 MV 115 w

This boot not only received perfect 5.0 scores in three of our on-snow performance metrics (dynamic balance, quickness and steering, and edge power), but it also impressed testers with its supreme comfort. How is it that the can be so comfy and yet ski with race-worthy power and quickness? For one, the boot鈥檚 stance angles have been refined over several years to hit that Goldilocks sweet spot: not too flexed, not too upright, and dead-flat edge-to-edge underfoot. The Mach 1 boots also use a polyurethane plastic with a thickness adjusted to enhance vibration damping and stability. As for comfort, credit the shell鈥檚 anatomical shape, which seamlessly contours the foot, and its thoughtfully designed liner. The padded liner is pre-molded to cup the ankles, eliminating hot spots. See how it stacks up against the other .

Best Men’s Alpine Ski Boot

Tecnica Mach 1 LV 130

We could dazzle you with data but let鈥檚 just cut to the chase: the was the highest scoring boot in our entire test.The precisely contoured shell shape provides a very close fit through the instep, ankles, and heel, but with enough curvature to encompass鈥攔ather than crush鈥攂ony protrusions. A low-friction panel at the rear of the liner enhances heel glide during entry. Testers said the T-Drive cuff-to-lower shell connector is as good as it gets: it anchors the two core components of the boot to ensure a more efficient transfer of energy into the ski. Flex resistance is progressive against the shin without collapsing or folding, and return-to-center is snappy. Compare it to the other .

Best Backcountry Touring Boot

Scarpa 4-Quattro Pro

Thanks to a new liner and snugger fit, the was the best downhill performer in our test. Many testers reported that it skied even better than their heavy alpine boots. While plenty of touring boots struggle to deliver the precise power transfer that skiers expect from four-buckle models, the 4-Quattro Pro excels as a perfect fusion of precision and power. This combination was perfect for California鈥檚 June Mountain side-country, where testers pushed the boot鈥檚 limits through tight trees, open glades, and steep, consequential descents. On the uphill, the 4-Quattro Pro also saw improvements over its predecessor, the 4-Quattro XT. For one thing, the 60-degree range of motion was the most accommodating in this year鈥檚 freeride test. The liner felt supple right out of the box鈥攁n improvement from previous models, which took some break-in time to reach their stated range of motion. Read more in our .

Best Ski Pack

Raide LF 30

This pack’s meticulous design includes a back panel zipper, modular ski- and rope-carry systems, and a side probe compartment you can access with one hand while the pack is still on your back. An outer stash pocket stores wet skins, a helmet, or other quick-access items while keeping them out of the way of diagonal ski and vertical board carry. While its features are unobtrusive enough that the can be used as an everyday touring pack, it shines in steep terrain when it disappears on your back thanks to a low profile and lightweight.听See how the Raide LF 30 stacks up against the .

Best Ski Goggle

Scott React Amp Pro

Scott鈥檚 first foray into the integrated magnetic lens system is a huge success鈥攖esters loved these goggles across the board. The comes with a chrome-coated mirrored transition lens that can handle gray days or bright sun, as well as a non-chrome lens best suited for low-light. One tester wore them to ski two California volcanoes, Mount Shasta and Lassen Peak, and opted for the darker lens the entire time. 鈥淲hen you鈥檙e skiing 7,000 feet in mixed conditions, you need goggles that protect your eyeballs from getting burned and still give you enough clarity to see in low light. These did both,鈥� she said. Compare it to the other

Best Ski Helmet

Pret Fury X

The and its women鈥檚 version, the , are crowd pleasers. Every tester who wore this helmet鈥攅ach with different tastes and needs鈥攍iked it. 鈥淭he liner material is best described as fuzzy wuzzy. It felt soft against my ears,鈥� said one tester. A Tahoe-based tester went for an inbounds hike in this helmet in sunny spring weather and found it cooled and breathed nicely, despite its fuzziness. (The liner鈥檚 EPS foam also has an antimicrobial treatment to help keep it from getting funky.) Vents in the front and across the top of the head are all controlled easily with a single switch and make the helmet highly breathable. Cozy ear flaps can be removed on warm days and the magnetic chin strap was easy to attach, and can be even done using one hand. The helmet fit seamlessly with both Pret and non Pret goggles without leaving any gaps. Read more about the Pret Fury X and the .

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Typically, around the workplace, one minds their manners and keeps their potentially explosive opinions to themselves. It鈥檚 a matter of peacekeeping, really. For example, you鈥檇 never have a water cooler chat about how Nickelback is an objectively good band, or that, yes, there is such a thing as too many emojis, or that wearing socks without shoes is an abomination.听

So, why oh why did I mention to a fellow 国产吃瓜黑料 editor one innocent afternoon, that I am 100% confident that cold pizza 鈥� leftover from the night before 鈥� is by far superior to hot pizza?

Maybe because I like chaos.听

In any case, it sparked a lively discussion and drove me to ask the rest of the 国产吃瓜黑料 team: What鈥檚 your most unpopular food opinion?

鈥淚 prefer cereal with water, rather than any kind of milk. This is potentially my deepest darkest secret. It started a few years ago when I ran out of almond milk and was desperately craving a big ole鈥� bowl of Honey Nut Cheerios. I stuck my bowl underneath the faucet and, thus an obsession was born. Water works just as well as milk, but you can taste the cereal flavors even better. Plus, added hydration!鈥� 鈥擬allory Arnold, 国产吃瓜黑料 Associate Editor

鈥淧ineapple is an acceptable pizza topping. The savory mixed with sweet is an excellent combo. Plus, you get the important food groups in there.鈥� 鈥擳racey Andronaco, QC Content Coordinator

鈥淭his is my chance to share an opinion I鈥檝e held my entire life, and one that has always been met with disdain: Peanut butter and chocolate is a gross flavor combination. I鈥檝e put in the work and tried lots of different candies (Reese鈥檚, Snickers, etc.) with both ingredients, and I always come up with the same conclusion. No, I鈥檓 not allergic to either ingredient, and yes, I love both flavors individually. Side note: Almond butter and chocolate? Now that鈥檚 tasty.” 鈥擡mma Veidt, Backpacker Assistant Editor

鈥淭he cereal part of Lucky Charms (i.e. the part that isn鈥檛 the marshmallow) is infinitely better than the marshmallow part.鈥� 鈥擩amie Aranoff, Ski Magazine听Digital Editor听

鈥淚鈥檝e never met anyone else who agrees with me on this, but seltzer is disgusting. Every flavor. Every brand. It鈥檚 not refreshing, it doesn鈥檛 taste good. I feel like everyone is a seltzer enthusiast these days and I just can鈥檛 relate. I鈥檇 take tap water over a LaCroix every day of the week.鈥� 鈥擪ate Bengston, 国产吃瓜黑料 Digital Video Producer and Editor

鈥淣itro cold brew is an abomination and orders of magnitude worse than simply putting regular drip coffee on ice.鈥� 鈥擬icah Abrams, 国产吃瓜黑料 Studios Digital Content Development

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A seriously sticky debate arose during a daily 国产吃瓜黑料 meeting one morning, though no one can quite remember how the discourse began. Perhaps it was because IHOP just released a line of , or maybe we were all hungry, but the topic of pancakes came up. The question was posed: Do plain pancakes taste like anything on their own, or are they simply a delivery mechanism for toppings like syrup, banana slices, and whipped cream? Or is 鈥減ancake鈥� a flavor in itself?

The 国产吃瓜黑料 team gave their honest opinions and there was certainly no waffling about in their arguments. Below, you鈥檒l find the passionate, controversial thoughts on pancakes.

Mallory Arnold, 国产吃瓜黑料 associate editor: I would rather eat plain pancakes than pancakes with toppings. THERE. I SAID IT. Give me slightly undercooked flapjacks over syrupy or blueberry-topped any day. My mom also used to pack me plain pancakes in a brown paper bag for lunch and they were a hit on the playground.

Tasha Zemke, 国产吃瓜黑料 associate managing editor: I love buttermilk pancakes, because they’ve got tang. That’s really the only kind I make anymore, because I think the regular kind are a bit bland. But it’s the texture that I enjoy most鈥攖he fluffiness that just seems perfect for an idle Sunday morning鈥攁nd with the buttermilk, they’re ideal, topped with hot maple syrup.

Zo毛 Rom, Trail Runner editor in chief: Pancakes are life (suck it, waffles). Time, and life, much like a pancake, is a flat circle, an eternal recurrence and fluffy breakfast treat that is what you make of it.

Tracey Andronaco, 国产吃瓜黑料 QC content coordinator: Pancakes can easily take on their own flavor depending on the type. There’s buttermilk, wheat, gluten free, etc. You can flavor them with natural ingredients as well, with fruits, etc. Syrup definitely contributes to the flavor that’s already there, an “enhancement,” if you will.

Renee Schettler, Yoga Journal senior editor:听 I take my pancakes plain, thank you. Maybe with butter. Usually with coffee. Always with bacon on the side. But hold the maple syrup. It doesn’t complement. It soggifies. It cloys. It overwhelms. You lose the subtle yet sturdy pancake-ness that, for me, is the entire point of the experience. I’ve tried literally dozens of different pancake recipes over the years and sorta geek out over the subtle differences among the different iterations that flour, sugar, egg, milk, and butter can take. Not one was ever made better by maple syrup. Even the rubbery pancakes my mom made when I was a kid weren’t better or easier to choke down with sugar. They were only made, well, wetter. You can have your syrup. Just don鈥檛 spill any on my plate.

Adam Roy, Backpacker executive editor: I just want to say鈥攃ivilly鈥攖hat I am appalled at how many of my colleagues are out here eating plain cakes. I grew up on Chicago鈥檚 North Shore eating Walker Brothers鈥� apple pancakes鈥攂ig, lofty conglomerations of fruit, spices, and butter that could feed three people or put one into a daylong food coma. To this day, that鈥檚 my baseline for what a pancake breakfast should taste like. It should be a sensual experience: Give me my pancakes so soaked with melted butter and maple syrup that it drips down my chin in sticky rivulets while I eat. I want to feel like a gluttonous 13th-century English aristocrat, feasting at my mansion鈥檚 banquet table right before a bunch of peasants with pitchforks and torches burst in. I want it to be decadent.

Sierra Shafer, SKI editor in chief: Like Adam, I鈥檓 shocked and sickened by the idea of a plain pancake. If I want to eat something sad and utilitarian for breakfast, I begrudgingly make myself some instant oatmeal. But a pancake?! A pancake is half cake! Made in a pan! It should delight the senses, inspire the spirit, and satisfy the soul. It鈥檚 a celebration of life and luxury and should be treated with the utmost respect: filled with chocolate chips, or bananas, or both and absolutely topped with an exorbitant amount of butter and REAL maple syrup. What a joy to live in the time of pancakes!

Frederick Dreier, 国产吃瓜黑料 articles editor:听Of course there are situations in which I would eat a plain pancake. If I was marooned on a desert island, and the wrecked hull of an IHOP freighter (I assume that鈥檚 how the restaurant handles international distribution) washed ashore carrying bags of flapjacks then yes, I would absolutely eat those boring and tasteless wafers in order to ward off starvation and maintain homeostasis. But c鈥檓on, the whole point of a pancake is to deliver Maple syrup, creamy butter, bananas, or even chocolate into your mouth, so that your tastebuds can do the Macarena while your blood sugar spikes. Dare I ask: do my plan pancake-loving coworkers also indulge in eating white rice, bare slices of Wonderbread, or individual leaves of spinach? Would you ever order a can of plain LaCroix? No, of course not! Life is about drenching the rice in Sriracha, piling a mountain of Mortadella onto the bread, and coating your salad with olive oil and vinegar. The same goes for pancakes.

Alison Osius, 国产吃瓜黑料 senior editor: When I was growing up in Maryland, my father would make pancakes, and never tell us what was in them (nor in the Special Drinks he occasionally concocted for our entertainment). Usually the pancakes contained fruit鈥攎ostly normal kinds, though maybe something a little unexpected, like pears (we鈥檇 have to guess). We liked fruit pancakes, of course. I still do. He used to try different things, though, in general鈥攈e鈥檇 cook duck in beer or various leftover sauces鈥攁nd one Sunday he put oysters in the pancakes. Oysters and maple syrup? I had forgotten all about it until this moment, but over the years we had a lot of laughs about those terrible pancakes.

Susan Lacke, Triathlete senior editor: I just got back from a few months of living in Europe, where I am still traumatized by a restaurant that had 鈥減ancakes鈥� on the menu but in reality served rolled-up crepes. Crepes are not pancakes, can we all globally agree on this?

Ellen O鈥橞rien, 国产吃瓜黑料 digital editor: Alison and Adam nail it: It鈥檚 all about the pancake experience. The process of making the pancakes (the flipping!) is what makes them taste (yes, taste) so good. The reward tastes so much better when you truly appreciate the steps鈥攚hether at a diner or in your kitchen. The same goes for the presentation: they must be served with Vermont maple syrup and lots of fruit. Waffles just don鈥檛 give off the same vibe.

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Outdoor adventures and athletic endeavors often require a midway snack, but it can be tricky to squeeze in bites of food between cycling, running, hiking, and more. We asked our editors for their snacking hacks, and they provided!

鈥淲hen I鈥檓 taking long hikes, I carry a lot of snacks in my pack and make sure to keep them cool and dry. But I religiously bring a KIND bar and use a hair tie to wrap it around my upper arm. I keep it there for a few miles so that it gets warmed up and the chocolate becomes melty and gooey. It becomes a delicious, delectable dessert that I can enjoy on the mountain top and lick the wrapper.鈥�

– Mallory Arnold, 国产吃瓜黑料 Associate Editor听

鈥淚鈥檝e had this literally ever since I started ultra running. I use it to house leftovers, PB&J triangles, and more. I鈥檝e had it for about 15 years. It鈥檚 sleek, stainless steel, and the perfect size. People always comment on how cool it is.鈥�

– Nicholas Triolo, 国产吃瓜黑料 Run & Trail Runner Senior Editor听

鈥淲hen I鈥檓 doing long trail runs or ultramarathons, I program my Garmin smartwatch to beep every 20 minutes to remind me to eat. I try to take in about 100 kcal every 20 minutes, whether that鈥檚 in gel, block, or liquid form. Setting an alarm ensures I don鈥檛 miss out on valuable calories when I鈥檓 feeling the groove, or when I鈥檓 deep in the suck. An even, consistent fueling cadence has really improved the quality of my long runs and races. Now, I count down how long I have until the finish line in terms of how many snacks I have left.鈥�

– Zo毛 Rom, Trail Runner Editor in Chief, Women鈥檚 Running Managing Editor

鈥淔or long runs or when my friends or family are running marathons, 30-milers, or 50-milers, I make a bag of gummy bears that corresponds to the mileage. Think one gummy bear to mark each mile. It doesn鈥檛 have to be gummy bears, but that鈥檚 what works for me/us because you can chew them or suck on them. Plus, they鈥檙e cheerful, happy colors when the going gets tough.鈥�

– Amanda M. Faison, 国产吃瓜黑料 Contributing Editor听

鈥淭ake dates, remove the pit, and stuff them with peanut butter. Put them in a bag and keep them in your back pocket while biking. It warms it up nicely and is a great riding snack!鈥�

– Melanie Mitchell, Women鈥檚 Running Brand Director听

鈥淭here are way too many nuances to this question, so I鈥檓 going to take the 鈥業鈥檓 on a long ride or bikepacking trip and there are only gas stations for refueling鈥� route. In this situation, my favorite DIY junk food trail mix consists of Corn Nuts (original flavor), Cheez-Its (Goldfish will also do), M&Ms, and peanuts (or peanut M&Ms). Empty all of the above into a top tube bag, mix, and eat freely. The salt, fat, sugar, and carb combo keeps me both satiated and intrigued with every bite.鈥�

– Betsy Welch, Senior Editor 国产吃瓜黑料 Cycling Group

鈥淟ots of triathletes like to have a 鈥榝uel bottle鈥� with a super-concentrated blend of their favorite hydration-plus-calories mix. Rather than try to mix powder on the fly (and have it spray everywhere), they’ll pour a bit of the fuel bottle into a second bottle and mix it with plain water they get from aid stations (or gas stations). Just don’t mix up your bottles and take a sip of the sassy stuff by accident!”

– Chris Foster, Triathlete Editor in Chief听

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, Polebridge, Montana

You鈥檝e likely eaten a bear claw in your day, but have you ever bitten into one laced with huckleberries? At the Polebridge Merc, a trading post perched on the northwest edge of Glacier National Park, said treats beckon. Even if Polebridge is out of your way, and it almost assuredly is, it鈥檚 still worth a visit for the iconic claw (you鈥檙e in bear country after all). What to expect: Sweet crackly, glazed puff pastry with a doughy interior cut through with jammy, tart huckleberries.

Must order: huckleberry bear claw (obviously)

, Boone, North Carolina

If the name Between the Trees conjures up a teensy tiny space, well, you鈥檙e half right. This micro-bakery, which specializes in naturally leavened and long, cold fermented breads, pops up at Boone-area farmers鈥� markets and local businesses all year long. The rustic loaves are hand shaped, made from local and regional grains, and are a true labor of love. Owners Dalen Gray and Tatiana Magee also turn out golden, flaky croissants, chewy sourdough pretzels, and even (if you鈥檙e lucky) guava and queso pastelitos.

Must order: Carolina polenta and pepita loaf

, Argenti猫re, France

Located in the high-alpine village of Argenti猫re in Chamonix, locals and visitors alike queue up for Boulangerie L鈥橝l鈥橮ain鈥檚 gorgeous selection of French baked goods. The classics鈥攃roissants and pan au chocolate鈥攁re no brainers, but there鈥檚 also a healthy selection of sandwiches and flatbreads for those looking for a little more sustenance.

Must order: pain aux raisins (unless you鈥檙e a raisin hater, in which case, go for the almond croissant)

, Kaunakakai (on Moloka鈥檌), Hawaii

Not all mountain towns are rough and rugged, nope, not at all. Kaunakakai, in fact, is located on the sandy beaches of the Hawiian island of Moloka鈥檌. But with mountains and volcanoes populating the background, we鈥檙e including Kaunakakai because Kanemitsu Bakery is worthy of your discovery. The bakery is known for one thing: hot bread. Sold nightly from a window in a dark alley, hot breads are enormous round rolls sliced in half like hamburger buns and slathered with a thick layer of spreads鈥攕trawberry jam, blueberry jam, ube, cream cheese, cinnamon-sugar, and butter. Try one and you鈥檒l plan your next vacation around the island sweet.

Must order: strawberry and cream cheese

, Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Tucked away on the edge of this ski town sits a bakery you won鈥檛 want to miss. Descend the stone steps and follow your nose to the Smell That Bread. Inside you鈥檒l find more than expertly made loaves of sourdough rye, seeded multigrain, and perfectly skinny baguettes, there鈥檚 also a regular rotation of croissants, kouign-amann, monkey bread, cinnamon rolls, and more. (Praise be if you stop by on a day when the almondy bostock is on offer.) As if there was any doubt, owners Juli and Sam Gordon know what they鈥檙e doing: They made their way through the San Francisco Baking Institute before hanging a shingle in Steamboat.

Must order: fig and gruyere croissant

, Mexico City, Mexico

The tiny Panader铆a Rosetta is sister to the very popular Rosetta restaurant in Mexico City鈥檚 Polanco neighborhood. While the conchas (traditional Mexican sweet bread rolls with crackly crusts) deservedly get a lot of attention, be sure to also sample the rest of the baked goods, including the guava and ricotta Danish, the tamal de chocolate, and the cardamom buns.

Must order: chocolate concha

, Whistler, British Columbia

Yes, there are multiple locations of purebread, which technically makes it some degree of a chain, but the artisan treats are so beloved that we simply had to include it on this list. The bakery began in Whistler in 2009, an endeavor by the Lamming family that grew out of selling their homemade breads at the farmers鈥� market. Bread gave way to a vast array of treats鈥攁pricot-vanilla scones, lemon sugar buns, toffee almond mini cakes, fruit galettes, apple streusel loaves, bar cookies, egg and bacon brioche sandwiches鈥ou get the picture. Should you go, plan to stand in line.

Must order: Any muffin on offer. Ask for it griddled and slathered with butter.

, Roan Mountain, Tennessee

Operating out of a renovated mid-1900s barn, the husband-and-wife team of Tim and Crystal Decker turn out artisan baked goods and wood-fired pizzas in the middle of the Smokies. Crystal is an award-winning pastry chef while Tim is internationally-recognized for his skill in European breadmaking鈥攁nd no matter which treat you choose, you can taste their expertise. The massive wood-fired brick oven serves as a hearth from which the rustic breads and pizzas emerge.

Must order: peaches and cream danish

, Girdwood, Alaska

The sign reads 鈥淗ome of Alyeska sourdough bread鈥� and here鈥檚 all you really need to know is: 1. 鈥淎lyeska,鈥� which originated with the Aleut, is a native spelling of Alaska, and 2. The Bake Shop鈥檚 sourdough starter dates back to 1963, ten years before the bakery opened its doors. Today, residents and visitors alike flock for the breads, lemon-glazed sweet rolls, and legendary sourdough pancakes.

Must order: sweet rolls or the breakfast special鈥攖hree pancakes, one egg, and one slice of bacon鈥攚hich was first created in 1976 to celebrate the United States鈥� bicentennial.

, Chester, Vermont

Don鈥檛 let the name of this New England establishment fool you. Nestled in the heart of Vermont, this cafe is the ideal stopping spot before or after a day on the mountain. It offers breakfast (and lunch) sandwiches, quiches, and a variety of coffee drinks, proving that this spot鈥檚 expertise goes well beyond its name. However, the pies are the true showstoppers. You simply can鈥檛 leave this quintessential spot without picking up a piece鈥攐r three.

Must order: any pie, but especially lemon chess

, Cangas del Narcea, Spain

At this bakery in a tucked-away town in northern Spain, bollos pre帽ao (“pregnant rolls”) stuffed with chorizo are a destination unto themselves. In addition to being delicious, the hearty, yeasted breads speak to the region鈥檚 hard-cider culture: Whenever a new barrel of cider is opened, it calls for a gathering, and bollos pre帽aos provide necessary sustenance for the revelry.

Must order: you guessed it: bollos pre帽ao

, Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada

The only way to experience Lake Agnes Tea House is to hike the two-plus miles to the hanging valley in which it sits. The location is so remote that supplies are either packed in or dropped (once a season) by helicopter鈥攁nd everything is baked in propane-powered ovens. Reward your efforts with a pot of tea paired with date squares, lemon-poppyseed loaf, or other treats.

Must order: tea biscuits slathered with jam

, Monroe, Virginia

This bake shop鈥檚 pies (and local history) are well worth the 25-minute detour off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Opened as a country store in 1952, Woodruff鈥檚 was built by hand by James and Mary Fannie Woodruff on land named for James鈥檚 father, a freed slave who was the first to in Amherst County. If you were passing through, it鈥檚 where you could get a tank of gas, a cold drink, and, of course, a slice of pie. The couple ran the store鈥揳nd raised their five children above it鈥攗ntil 1983. In 1998, their youngest child, Angela, revived the spot with a focus on pies of all kinds. In addition to classic () apple and sweet potato varieties, you鈥檒l also find seasonal offerings including buttermilk, blackberry, pecan, lemon icebox, chocolate chess, coconut meringue, and chocolate peanut butter. It鈥檚 still a family affair with Angela鈥檚 siblings working the kitchen and serving customers. Mary Fannie held court at Woodruff鈥檚鈥攆olding pie boxes and charming guests鈥攗ntil she died at the age of 104 in 2021.

Must order: The apple pie, which Today Show鈥檚 Al Roker called 鈥減erfect.鈥�

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Grilling season arrives when you decide it arrives. That’s our motto, anyway. A few sunny April days in a row might mean you can roll out the grill and cook up something savory, juicy, and delicious just in time for Easter. Enter lamb.

Despite being popular across the world (New Zealanders eat a reported 35 pounds a year),the average U.S. consumer eats only of lamb a year. This low number could be attributed to the fact that the sheep industry was originally lucrative in the U.S. because of the demand for wool. Over the years, however, new fibers have created competition and the sheep farming industry has dwindled.

Americans are missing out, though. Lamb has a rich, delicate flavor and is both tender and juicy. It鈥檚 versatile and easily incorporated into stews, roasts, curries, sandwiches, and more. Plus, it鈥檚 nutritionally dense鈥� packed with iron and contains vitamin B12, zinc, and creatine.

Below, we have three grilled lamb recipes that鈥檒l make you think twice about being sheepish around this deliciously tender meat.

Grilled Lamb Chops with Minted Tzatziki and Grilled Greek Salad

The lamb chops in this recipe are marinated in a mixture of garlic, lemon, and herbs before they’re grilled to perfection. The accompanying tzatziki sauce is made with Greek yogurt, fresh mint, and cucumber. A colorful salad complements this dish and features cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion.

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Lamb and Apricot Skewers with Cucumber Mint Yogurt

Skewers are a fun way to make grilling outdoors easier with less clean-up. These lamb and apricot skewers are served with a refreshing cucumber mint yogurt sauce that balances the richness of the meat. Plus, you can get creative with vegetable additions by including zucchini, shishito peppers, pineapple, and more.

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Grilled Lamb Salad with Muhammara, Herbs and Pomegranate

This lamb recipe is particularly unique because of the addition of muhammara, a smokey Middle Eastern dip most commonly made with roasted red peppers, pomegranate molasses and walnuts. Think of a both sweet and savory hummus, great for pitas and raw vegetables. In this case, it’s the perfect addition for grilled lamb loin chops.

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After spending the first day of 2023 hungover on the couch nursing a Liquid I.V. and chomping on saltine crackers dipped in ketchup (because there was no way I could make it to the grocery store) I knew alcohol and I needed a long break. So, like 35 percent of legal aged adults in the U.S., I weakly exclaimed, 鈥淚鈥檓 doing dry January!鈥� and promptly fell asleep.

But I鈥檝e been sober at social gatherings before and sometimes clutching a can of Coke or glass of water is鈥� lackluster. I want to sip on the same fun cocktails and brews as my friends, minus the alcohol. So I reached out to my fellow 国产吃瓜黑料 team members and compiled our favorite nonalcoholic beverages.听

Editor鈥檚 Picks for Dry January听

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骋谤眉惫颈 says its beer is just beer, only without the alcohol. The brewing process still utilizes malted grain, hops and a form of fermentation, and while most of the ingredients are the same, the alcohol is not. 骋谤眉惫颈鈥檚 wine has the right balance of sweetness, tartness and bubbles 鈥� not to mention the wine contains zero added sugars.听

鈥淧ersonally I like to make fizzy drinks with the 骋谤眉惫颈 Prosecco or Ros茅. As far as the beers, I like The Juicy or The Wit!鈥� 鈥�国产吃瓜黑料听photo editor Hannah DeWitt

Average price: $32.40 per eight-pack of Bubbly Ros茅

Monday spirits can seamlessly replace the alcohol in your weekend cocktails. Created for all lifestyles鈥攑aleo, keto, gluten-free, low-carb鈥擬onday is handcrafted in small batches and made from natural ingredients like spring water, monk fruit extract and cucumber extract. Monday鈥檚 gin has a strong juniper flavor with notes of bitter grapefruit and lemon.听

鈥淚 found it tasted best when making a cocktail versus as a gin and tonic. I dry shake it vigorously with fresh lemon juice, an egg white, and simple syrup, then add ice and shake until it is cold and frothy for a boozeless gin fizz.鈥� 鈥�国产吃瓜黑料听art director Erin Douglas

Average price: $40 per bottle

Parch stems from ancient botanical infusions across Mexico and Southwestern U.S. The company鈥檚 ethos鈥斺€淲hat grows together, goes together鈥濃€攊s apparent in its desert ingredients and natural flavors. The Prickly Paloma, for example, features prickly pear cactus fruit, organic blue weber agave, floral tart hibiscus and more. The Spiced Pinarita, on the other hand, is made with spicy mole bitters, cocoa extract and desert botanicals.听

鈥淚鈥檓 a big fan of seltzers, so I鈥檝e been looking for something canned and bubbly to substitute my weekend Whiteclaws. Parch is exactly what I needed. Plus, if I鈥檓 feeling fancy, I add some frozen strawberries and mint to make an impromptu cocktail.鈥� 鈥�国产吃瓜黑料 assistant editor Mallory Arnold

Average price: $60 per 12-pack

The Negroni for when you鈥檙e not鈥� Negroni-ing. That鈥檚 what St. Argestis says about its nonalcoholic Negroni. Made with nuanced juniper, citrus and floral notes, this 鈥減hony鈥� spirit offers that same bitter bite Negroni drinkers enjoy. Enjoy chilled, over ice with an orange twist or top with prosecco.听

鈥淚t tastes like a real Negroni!鈥� 鈥�国产吃瓜黑料听director of digital media and operations Scott Burgess听

Average price: $59.99 per 12-pack

We know you鈥檙e never supposed to judge a can by its artwork, but that鈥檚 exactly what we did when spotting DRAM CBD Sparkling Water鈥檚 colorful, modern cans. Female founded and Colorado based, DRAM drinks are infused with adaptogens and 25 milligrams of CBD, with natural herbs said to offer health-boosting benefits. For example, DRAM鈥檚 Beauty Bubbles contains silver ear mushrooms, said to support collagen production. Drinking and de-aging? Yes, please.

“I’m fascinated by adaptogens. Many of the herbs and mushrooms in DRAM drinks are being studied for their effectiveness in helping the body respond to stress, fatigue, and anxiety.” 鈥�国产吃瓜黑料 assistant editor Mallory Arnold

Average price: $49.50 per 12-pack

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Think about your most profound outdoor experience. The one where it all began, your love of being outside, your connection to nature, and your discovery of a new passion. Think about your sense of awe during that moment at how you fit into the natural world and the unspeakable beauty of it all.

What if it never happened? How different would your life be if you never discovered hiking, cycling, running, climbing, skiing, or whatever it is that you love to do outdoors?

At 国产吃瓜黑料, our mission is to get everyone outside. We believe that the future of our planet depends on it. That鈥檚 why our parent company, 国产吃瓜黑料 Inc., created and partnered with 14 nonprofit organizations that share our mission. Put simply, our new philanthropic branch, Find Your Good, is a place where you can find and support causes that align with your passions.

There are hundreds of amazing nonprofits out there showing up for people and the planet. We spent months researching organizations that bring in under $5 million in funds per year (because we prefer to focus on grassroots efforts). We surveyed organizations about their audience and impacts. And we finally landed on 14 mission-aligned partners working in seven categories: , , , , , , and .

Trust us, these organizations are worth your attention and support. No matter what your outdoor jam is, we鈥檝e got you covered. So pick your passion, then Find Your Good.

Hiking and Camping

The Outdoorist Oath

What they do: Through free workshops and learning tools, the teaches people how to take personal action for the planet, inclusion, and adventure and creates a community of allies for sharing and support.

A recent win: Since its launch in early 2022, almost 1,900 people have taken the Oath鈥檚 free educational workshop and 3,000 people remain in the queue.

Big City Mountaineers

What they do: (BCM) takes inner city kids on transformative outdoor adventures that strengthen life skills and build community.

A recent win: In 2022, BCM increased the number of program hours enjoyed by its youth participants by 82 percent.

Cycling

Bahati Foundation

What they do: provides inner-city youth access to bikes, gear, and training, along with resources and education to foster success on and off the bike.

A recent win: Bahati fully sponsored five young riders for their first ever 100-mile gravel race at听 Steamboat Springs鈥� SBT GRVL in August 2022. Three of them made the podium!

Grow Cycling

What they do: works to make the sport of cycling more diverse, equitable, and inclusive听 by providing education, access, and opportunities to ride to underserved communities.

A recent win: The city of Los Angeles approved Grow Cycling鈥檚 proposal to in a public park which will provide cycling opportunities to thousands of local residents. The city will also be adding extra bike cars on metro trains and expanding bike racks on city buses leading to the pump track to ensure safe access to the new facility.

Climbing

Access Fund

What they do: protects public lands, restores climbing areas impacted by use, buys threatened land, and educates climbers and land managers about responsible stewardship and risk mitigation.

A recent win: Access Fund (with the support of Backcountry) just announced that will bring ten local climbing projects around the country to life in 2023.

Paradox Sports

What they do: provides rock and ice climbing experiences and training for adaptive athletes and works with climbing facilities to help build local adaptive climbing programs.

A recent win: Paradox held its first ever Adaptive Climbing Summit in July 2022 in Denver, Colorado, and has since taught four Adaptive Climbing Initiatives with three more scheduled for the fall.

Winter Sports

Protect Our Winters

What they do: (POW) unites outdoor enthusiasts, athletes, scientists, and Congress members in the fight to stop climate change, through lobbying in Washington DC, get-out-the-vote efforts, social media campaigns, and education.

A recent win: By encouraging hundreds of thousands of people to contact their Congress members, writing op-eds, and even taking senators skiing and climbing, POW played a critical role in the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act designed to fund solutions that will protect the places we live and lifestyles that we love.

Share Winter Foundation

What they do: partners with and funds local community centers around the U.S. to eliminate barriers and get underrepresented kids out on skis and snowboards, providing all the gear, instruction, and transportation needed.

A recent win: Last winter, Share Winter launched partnerships with companies such as Motel 6, United Airlines, and Alterra Mountain Company that expanded ski and snowboard access for 1,318 youth.

Running

Wings of America

What they do: Through competitive and non-competitive programming, (Wings) connects Native American youth to the spiritual and cultural legacy of running through the power of their own legs.

A recent win: Wings rebounded from the pandemic and successfully completed more than a dozen youth enrichment camps for nearly 500 kids in Tribal communities across the Southwest this past summer.

261 Fearless

What they do: empowers and trains women around the globe to create safe, supportive running communities.

A recent win: 261 Fearless Inc. has educated over 350 women coaches from 12 countries on 5 continents. These coaches have launched 19 women鈥檚running groups and united over 5,000 women of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures around the joy of running.

Healthy Living

Prison Yoga Project

What they do: (PYP) offers healing yoga programs and training to incarcerated people and correctional facility staff to address the trauma, addiction, and mental health issues that lead to and arise from incarceration.

A recent win: PYP is just wrapping up its third round of , which is rooted in social justice, teaching instructors to offer trauma-informed and accessible classes outside of a studio setting.

Jones Valley Teaching Farm

What they do: (JVTF) offers food-based education to grammar-, middle-, and high-school-aged kids, using food, farming, and the culinary arts as a foundation for academic exploration, leadership, and pursuit of post-secondary pathways.

A recent win: JVTF鈥檚 annual this year (featuring 国产吃瓜黑料鈥檚 director of food and nutrition, ) has raised $337,000 to date that will be used to propel the org鈥檚 growth and impact on youth.

Sustainability

Intersectional Environmentalist

What they do: Through story-telling and education, (IE) connects people to climate justice movements in their local communities and amplifies the work and legacies of diverse people in the environmental space.

A recent win: During Climate Week NYC, IE hosted 120 attendees at its fifth , which featured local orchestral group Gaia Music Collective performing hip hop songs, a panel discussion about identity and activism, and a screenprinting activation featuring climate-focused designs.

Earth Guardians

What they do: (EG) trains and empowers youth (ages 15 to 21) across the globe to be leaders and take action for the environment and social justice.

A recent win: EG recently approved more than 30 microgrant applications, awarding $300 to $500 to youths executing community projects relating to reforestation programs, building waste management systems, and climate education in elementary schools.

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Cooler temps, crowds back in the school, and Crayola-colored hillsides鈥攆all presents one of the best times of year to adventure. But finding where and when to go during this fleeting season is an art form. Weather can turn on a dime. And without warning those glowing leaves end up in brown piles shrouding the trail.

Luckily, you can take advantage of the best time of year for exploring by bringing a tool that won鈥檛 add any weight to your pack: Meet Gaia GPS a powerful navigation mobile app and website that empowers you to create your own adventures and stay on the trail. Gaia GPS contains so many features that you might not catch them all at first glance. Think hundreds of maps, smart planning tools, and bells and whistles like weather at a tap.

That鈥檚 why Gaia GPS teamed up with 国产吃瓜黑料 Learn to bring you Gaia GPS 101, the brand new official course designed to save you time (and stress) on the trail. In seven quick lessons, professional ultra runner and Gaia GPS team member Abby Levene teaches you the fundamentals of the app. Learn how to find your way if you lose the trail, use waypoints to enhance your adventures, stay safer with weather and terrain features, and plan and navigate along your own routes.听

Day hikers, trail runners, backcountry skiers, campers, and offroaders: this course will empower you to explore. and take Gaia GPS 101 for free on . 国产吃瓜黑料+ members can also take the course on .

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