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Why is everyone in L.A. running? Discover the routes, events, and resources that encourage the sport to thrive.

Know a nonprofit that could use a capable vehicle and $25,000 cash? The 2024 Defender Service Awards are now open.

Before you take an ill-prepared trip to honor your loved one, consider looking for solace in your own backyard

According to the actor, everything can be solved with one more useful piece of outdoor equipment

Brooke Goudy and Jesse Griffiths know there's a lot to gain from outdoor experiences of all kinds

What does a professional kayaker do when he realizes he’s in the twilight of his career? He releases a rap album, of course.

Whether you’re writing your first book or telling a story around a campfire, here’s the secret to capturing your audience right from the start

If you’re searching for an active running community, the Windy City has you covered

Watch this travel family go on a western adventure they’ll never forget

A flurry of confusing memos—including one that effectively banned staff from participating in Pride in uniform—left LGBTQ+ employees and advocates wondering where the NPS really stands

Thundercat jammed, Diana Nyad hugged, Jimmy Chin autographed, and thousands of fans soaked up the stoke in Denver this past weekend

Is your work-life balance way out of whack? We have the prescription.

Malik Martin, known as Malik Tha Martian, took an unusual path to adventure storytelling. His secrets to success? A passion for inclusion and an unwavering belief in self.

It’s not a joke: This genre-defining trio are part of the speaker series at the �����ԹϺ��� Festival in Denver, June 1-2, along with Quannah ChasingHorse, Jeremy Jones, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, and many others

We both miss stuffing everything into a backpack and hitting the road. But between diapers, changes of clothes, and a ton of other necessities, it’s just not that simple anymore.

A frustrated reader asks if we can prohibit Sprinter-van telecommuters on their laptops in the great outdoors

In ‘A Walk in the Park,’ Kevin Fedarko’s new book about his quest to hike the big ditch from end to end, inadequate fitness and bad gear choices nearly led to disaster right from the start

Plenty of North American brands make high-performance outdoor gear. But the leaders of these seven companies are taking it further—with quality craftsmanship, thoughtful designs, and artistic flair—to create products that are also works of functional art.

With the right training and fuel, dogs can put on a remarkable athletic show. See how you measure up to top canine athletes at the �����ԹϺ��� Festival in Denver June 1–2.

One editor’s thoughts on the Asian American illusion of belonging. Plus, how this spearfisher, freediver, shark whisperer, and entrepreneur lives her most badass life, and more from the �����ԹϺ��� archives.

I helped them get their foot in the door. Now it seems like they think they own the place, and it feels disrespectful.

Catch an action-packed lineup featuring diverse athletes and filmmakers at the inaugural �����ԹϺ��� Festival in Denver on June 1 and 2

A Heritage Foundation and The Supreme Court could tear down the Antiquities Act, leaving our public lands at risk

Making time for adventure at sunset is just as effective and admirable as waking up for an alpine start

Kids change a lot of things—including how happy strangers are to see you (and your tiny passenger) biking by

Curated adventures to experience the best of the Lone Star State

As her dad, I want to give her the space and privacy she needs, without making her feel like she should be embarrassed

Five questions with the 65-year-old star of ‘Full Metal Jacket’ and ‘Stranger Things’ about his lead role in the new cycling film ‘Hard Miles’

Movies don’t get much better than surfer-heist popcorn flick ‘Point Break’ (1991). Movies don’t really get much worse than surfer-heist popcorn flick ‘Point Break’ (2015). What happened?

Use this local’s guide to six of America’s top running cities to connect with vibrant communities, explore essential routes, plug into don’t-miss events, and get equipped with the right shoes and resources to use them like never before

‘Everest, Inc.,’ a new book from veteran outdoor journalist Will Cockrell, documents the mountain’s transformation, first by Western guides and climbers, and now by Sherpas and Nepalis

As the climate changes, our lives will, too. Let campfires be a thing of the past.

Mayhem is an inevitable part of life. The real question is: How will you handle it?

�����ԹϺ���’s ethics guru on which outdoor activities make sense for young kids

She’s mad at me because I took a wrong turn and she’s terrified of lightning. But I think she owes me an apology, too. 

In her new book ‘Willkie Sprint,’ former professional cyclist Kerry Hellmuth recounts the groundbreaking collegiate bike race that started her career

Arbitrary goals are nonsensical. They also can be the source of great joy.

A handful of daredevil motorcyclists are keeping an old-school carnival attraction going

�����ԹϺ���'s ethics guru on who should be in charge of the groover on a river trip

He’s a regular customer where I work, and I’m new to the community 

Oh, you wanted to take a fun little trip to run a breezy 100K? Think again. This course is relentless, technical, and populated by nudists.

‘Tough Broad’ is a guide to keeping your foot on the gas as you reach your golden years

�����ԹϺ���’s ethics guru weighs in on whether it’s all right to name a Utah development project after one of the West’s most notorious anti-development advocates

More resorts should place as much marketing effort on safety as they do on selling tickets

She seems too busy to hike right now, and I’m not sure whether to let our relationship fizzle out

Watch this deserving nonprofit accept its Defender Service Award in the Outdoor Service and Education category, presented by �����ԹϺ���

The two pursuits have more in common than meets the eye

In an excerpt from the new book ‘The Darkest White: A Mountain Legend and the Avalanche That Took Him,' author Eric Blehm details Kelly's rise as an unlikely hero in the fledgling sport of snowboarding, and the fatal day an avalanche swept him—and six others—away.

All the supplies and equipment our overprepared, dog-obsessed columnist brings to keep his dogs safe, fed, and healthy on the road

She’s very active, and I’m worried that my schedule means she’s not getting enough exercise 

In my early forties, I was uneasy about aging. So I headed into the woods. 

Mike Foote is a professional athlete. Brendan Leonard is a non-professional athlete. And he has some questions.

�����ԹϺ���s can provide fuel for romance, but only if you know how to take what you learned in the mountains back home

By bringing together incredible music, inspiring speakers, riveting adventure films, sports and wellness activities, outdoor industry leaders, and a whole lot of gear, �����ԹϺ��� has created a celebratory event with real purpose  

I still get outside for long days in the mountains, but my inner anxious voice saps my energy

The inaugural event in Denver features Fleet Foxes, Thundercat, Lettuce, Andrew Bird, Say She She, and The Heavy Heavy, with adventure films, an ideas summit, and climbing competitions also in the mix

Diehard football fans have something to teach trail runners, skimo racers, and other competitive athletes

Honnold’s latest climbing docuseries ‘Arctic Ascent’ focuses on melting glaciers and a remote rock wall. Articles editor Frederick Dreier breaks down the new National Geographic film.

The origin story of a groundbreaking organization for Black skiers, the young scientist building a more inclusive STEM community, and more from the �����ԹϺ��� archives.

The historian and author shows how wild places shaped the lives of female trailblazers

Before she became famous for her lawsuits against former President Trump, the writer took a road trip for an �����ԹϺ��� story that had her asking total strangers if they had sex outdoors.

An HGTV show challenges home flippers to drive up property values in Breckenridge, Colorado. �����ԹϺ���’s articles editor presents game-show ideas that capture another side of ski-town housing.

The pro racers who do need carbon fiber bikes get them for free. Only the people who don’t need them actually pay for them.

Our child is struggling with complicated mental health challenges, and we can’t get outside in the way we used to 

At its best, flying isn’t miserable. Here are 24 ways travel could be more fun—including, but not limited to, letting me fly the plane.

How Pam Houston, the author of a timeless book about dating wild and adventurous men, helped me navigate romantic frustrations in a mountain town

Wes Siler argued that shooting a bear to make a rug is, in fact, good for bears. I disagree.

She didn’t mention it when we came back, and I’m not sure she noticed—do I have to bring it up? 

When you’ve spent umpteen hours crafting a museum-worthy cedar canoe, there’s just one thing left to do: bang the hell out of it while running a river through the heart of Los Angeles

In this excerpt from his new book ‘Local,’ Alastair Humphreys—who coined the term “microadventures”—finds treasure while mudlarking

Alecia Moore, the singer, dancer, and all-around force of nature, has nurtured a vineyard for the last decade on the path to becoming a respected winemaker. The magic happens on 25 misty acres in California’s Santa Ynez Valley, home to her estate wine label, Two Wolves.

After two recent court cases addressed whether incarcerated people deserve access to the outdoors, a man who served 22.5 years reflects on the importance of allowing human beings to breathe fresh air

We spent the past six years skiing the worst snow imaginable so you don’t have to

From off-roading to an epic drone light show, Destination Defender delivered the perfect blend of heart-pumping adventure and refined living

He just got into team sports for the first time, which is great, but he only seems to enjoy it when he wins.

We refuse to spend our hard-earned January on self-improvement. These are all the things we should probably quit doing—but definitely won’t.

We’re fact checking misinformation currently gaining traction on social media

Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, places like Mammoth Lakes, California, Crested Butte, Colorado, and Sun Valley, Idaho, are spectacular—but in this era of climate change, raging wildfires, and sky-high housing prices, making a life there has gotten hard. We asked our writers to imagine a glorious, sustainable tomorrow for these one-of-a-kind destinations. Join us as we dive into their recommendations.

In the form of a handy little email, or a push notification, anything to remind me that I’m not heading too quickly toward the afterlife just yet

Weary of Seattle, one longtime ski bum heard the high peaks calling her back—but felt paralyzed by decision. So she made a spreadsheet and took a road trip, visiting friends across the United States to look for a new home that fit the bill.