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There's been limited research on the risks kids face in thin air, which means parents and guides have to make some tough decisions
Marin Sardy's first memoir is a thoughtful, sometimes heartbreaking look at life with her brother and mother, who both suffered mental illness
Taking a tiny human floating seems intimidating, but it doesn鈥檛 have to be
How much does the world need to know about a deadly bear attack? That question was tested in the Yukon last year, after the horrific loss of a mother and daughter caused a destructive media storm.
Watch the waves, watch your children, and, above all, keep it fun
How you organize your gear is just as important as the gear you take
At 1.1 million acres, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is one of the largest and most popular backcountry destinations in the U.S. and a longtime proving ground for adventurers. But now the region is facing the threat of sulfide-ore copper mining. Stephanie Pearson paddles into the wild.
You can set up your own, off-the-cuff version of summer camp in one of these stellar settings
Scientifically proven to contain the most nostalgic value, bug spray, and peanut-butter-dipped Oreos
Who says summer camp is just for kids? We rounded up seven escapes made for grown-ups (and a few for their families), plus seven more to entertain the kids while the adults are at play.
You're just as likely to build a robot as paddle a canoe at summer camp today, but the value of the experience is even more important for our screen-addled youth
Who says you can't camp in (or near) big cities?
A year after Bonnie Carroll's husband, U.S. Army brigadier general Tom Carroll, died, she devoted her life to caring for those who鈥檇 lost loved ones from war. For widowed women in Afghanistan, this called for more than emotional support.
Jorgeson's 1Climb foundation and Adidas are partnering to build 10 climbing walls across the country
Michigan-raised writer Dean Kuipers and his brothers had a problem with their father: he had alienated all of them, and his attempt to regain their affection with a hunting property he鈥檇 bought only made things worse. Then something wonderful happened, rooted in their shared love of wild places. An exclusive excerpt from Kuipers's new memoir 鈥楾he Deer Camp.鈥
An environmentalist grapples with a common question in an uncommon time
Chia-Chia Lin's highly anticipated debut novel follows a Taiwanese American family struggling on the outskirts of Anchorage, Alaska
A national park conservation advocate shares his advice on how to avoid crowds, get off the beaten path, see wildlife, and find adventure
Two years ago, the climbing photographer known as Nathan Smith saw no way out, after struggling for years with gender-identity issues in the male-dominated outdoor industry. Then鈥攕lowly, bravely鈥擭ikki introduced herself to the world.
What do you do when your kid thinks winning is everything?
Make your next four-wheeled adventure more than an extra-long commute with one of these new vehicles
Dierdre Wolownick gives us an inside look at what it was like to raise the 'Free Solo' climber in 'The Sharp End of Life'
Make your kids love the trails as much as you do
Extreme athlete Will Gadd on why kids should develop competence over confidence
Plus, should you take someone else's spot in a race if you know you won't finish?
How a father-son trip to Yosemite conquered my fear of hiking, bears, and falling off chairlifts
To raise strong, independent kids, you need to let them make some brave choices
Alpine scrambles and beachfront strolls; multi-day singletrack adventures and quick urban escapes; soaring trees and rolling sand dunes鈥攅very state in the country has something to offer intrepid hikers. So we rounded up a bucket-list-worthy, best-of-the-best guide.
This gear shop owner moved from Nebraska to Wyoming's Wind Rivers for a smaller salary and higher cost of living. She wouldn't change it for the world.
From a barrier island off South Carolina鈥檚 coast to a remote ski town in British Columbia, we鈥檝e rounded up our (and our kids'!) favorite places to chase adventure this summer
In July, a group of Afghan women set out to climb 24,580-foot Mount Noshaq, their country's highest mountain. No Afghan woman had ever reached the summit, and many challenges stood in their way, from hostile Afghan men who think that women shouldn't exercise, to the terrorist attack in a district near the peak two days before the climb began. This is their story.
Because nothing beats a beer and a bite after a long day on the trail
A road-warrior parent of two small children shares his favorite gear for wee ones on the go
When my wife tried to kill me, when I went to jail for battery, and when I finally tried to take my own life, there was one thing that kept me from unraveling
For active mamas-to-be, nine months of playing it too safe feels wrong. Good news: you don't have to give up on outdoor adventure.
Indian relay racing is sometimes called America鈥檚 first extreme sport. For years, the Brew Crew鈥攁 team from the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota鈥攚ere a dominant force. Then tragedy struck. This is the story of the Lakota鈥檚 spiritual relationship with the horse, and a quest to regain glory on the track.
The Youth Climate Strike is working to shut down schools across the country on March 15 to demand that world leaders act on preventing climate change
She was a survivor and an alpha. And then she was legally shot and killed by a hunter. Yellowstone Park's legendary wolf researcher Rick McIntyre reflects on the life of one of the park's most famous canines.
Eating out ruining your diet and your budget? Here's how to do it less.
In the wake of a bizarre physical attack and the death of her father, Katie Arnold felt paralyzed by the anxieties of parenthood and being a woman alone in the wilderness. She got through it the same way she鈥檇 always done, by lacing up and hitting the trail. An exclusive excerpt from her new memoir, Running Home.
Posting shots of my kids skiing, camping, and playing outside is good for my brand as an adventure writer. And there's nothing wrong with that.
In 2017, the Trump administration announced that it was shrinking the iconic Utah national monument by nearly 50 percent. Leath Tonino devised a sketchy 200-mile solo desert trek, following the path of the legendary cartographer who literally put these contentious canyons on the map.
You feel like you've got it together. So why haven't you found the person for you yet?
For years, three old friends from California had been making an annual pilgrimage to fish Alaska's wild and pristine waterways. But in 2018, only two came home.
You can. You should. It will become part of your family lore.
The fast-food behemoth announced plans to vastly reduce the use of antibiotics in its beef supply. This is a big deal.
The coach, NOLS employee, and professional ultrarunner attributes part of her success to her hectic schedule
James Balog's newest documentary hopes to close the political and cultural gap on climate change through the stories of those most affected by it
Mountain biker Pete Costain has a thirst for adventure. So it's only natural that his affinity for the outdoors was passed on to his kids.
I learned the hard way that lying to your kids backfires
Twin brothers Ryan and Casey Higginbotham planned to paddle from Alaska to the U.S.-Mexico border, but when they got there, they decided to keep going
A new study prompted misguided reports suggesting that digital technology is just fine for kids. It isn鈥檛.
Researchers are calling the majestic forest the Shangri-la of conservation acquisitions
This film, 鈥楴ot Out of the Woods,鈥櫬爃as it all: back-door adventures, amazing parenting, and bikes
The bestselling author talks to Tim Ferriss about the changes we can all make to transform our lives
Kelsey Malin and a friend were chasing powder at Colorado鈥檚 Monarch Mountain resort when a wrong turn sent them into the wild for 52 frigid hours
My father founded the notorious 120-mile Triple Bypass bike ride in Colorado. After a few failed attempts, I set out to finally complete it.
There's a fine line between dialing back exercise during the holidays and losing your fitness altogether
The residents of Atlantic City, Wyoming, are just fine being off the grid. But Continental Divide Trail thru-hikers are revitalizing the town in surprising ways.
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Result: You鈥檒l never miss a flight again! Okay, not really, but these innovations should reassure you about flying in inclement weather this winter. 聽聽
No gym? No problem. Here are 7 workouts you can do on the fly.
Lower your expectations, be kind to yourself, and always pack hot chocolate
Here's hoping my well-informed list helps simplify your holiday shopping
The freedom to move and play outside inspires creativity and improved brain function
Advice from new parents on getting after it while you're starting a family
Hygiene go-to's to help you freshen up
Beat the winter blues by turning your lawn into a laboratory