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Ambreen Tariq鈥檚 new children鈥檚 book tells the story of an immigrant family鈥檚 first camping trip and expands the canon of outdoor literature for kids
The phone rang and it was our 18-year-old, Hatcher, who apparently took a hard spill while ripping laps on Eldora Mountain. Or so we think: he鈥檚 OK now, but he still has no idea what really happened.
After a long year of staying put during COVID-19, families are dreaming of spring breaks and summer vacations. But should you book that flight? Our experts weigh in.
Author Natalie Warren wants young women to disregard conventional rites of passage and get lost in the wilderness
Monica and Vince Strawbridge and their four children hiked the PCT in 2018 and the CDT in 2020. Now the family has begun the AT.
Proposed laws in more than two dozen states seek to exclude transgender youth from interscholastic sports, depriving them of community and confidence-building skills
Want to safely build a rope swing but don鈥檛 know where to start? Learn how with professional tree climber Waldo Etherington.
The nonprofit Skiku has brought nordic skiing to thousands of Native kids in Alaska, where access to the sport has historically been limited
Traveling with your pod? Buy out these places for private stays.
We came up with a list of the people, places, and trends that matter now, from the rise of outdoor reservation systems and new mountain-biking meccas to where to thaw out this winter
Winning races when you鈥檙e young may seem like a good predictor of future success, but it鈥檚 not perfect
American kids are less likely to play in a youth sports league than ever before. But as 2020's surge in outdoor activities showed, we have a huge opportunity to get this generation moving again.
Photographer Shaun Price captures images of a project to build a mobile bike repair center during COVID-19
An ambitious new project is based on a straightforward and very attainable goal: to help kids spend as much time outdoors as they do in front of screens
Top picks from the person who's tried everything
With the right clothing, tools, and toys, your family can be happy and comfortable out there anytime
In a year gone wrong, do this part of Christmas right
How old does a child need to be when you give them their first knife? The answer assumes you know how old they are in the first place.
Get out there鈥攊t'll be worth it
A new travel book offers an inspiring reminder of possibilities at a moment when we really need it
As any child will tell you, smartwatches are one of the most popular items on holiday lists this year. Be careful what they wish for.
Pull your van or RV into the cheapest slopeside lodging you can find: an overnight parking space
Resort executives are warning customers that skiing will be different this season. I'm here to tell you that "different" means better.
The pandemic has robbed kids of vital socialization with friends鈥攁nd put even more emphasis on the importance of spending time with them in nature. But what happens when your child is a nonstop yakker on the trail?
This side-by-side will get you up the gnarliest roads on the planet, and it's scream-out-loud fun to drive
How young is too young for risk? During an Idaho river adventure that included her seven-year-old, Tracy Ross faced this question in the most harrowing way imaginable.
国产吃瓜黑料 photographer Chris Burkard's 'Unnur' is a gorgeous meditation on one Icelandic father's plan to raise his daughter (way, way) off the grid
Maximize your child鈥檚 winter fun this season
It鈥檚 the perfect wilderness vehicle for children who are too small to get far on their own but too heavy to carry
Bouldering psychotherapy is gaining traction because the sport is unique in its easy access and ability to draw out emotions
Given that most of us have stayed put for the past few months, the 国产吃瓜黑料 staff came up with some exciting ways to make the most of being on the home front. Puppy, anyone?
Forget working from home. Here's everything you need to stay connected from your vehicle or a trailhead.
Fall is the perfect time to get out there
Researchers have identified an alarming lack of books about Black children in nature. Diversifying your bookshelf can help kids find themselves in literature鈥攁nd the outdoors.
With at-home schooling the norm in many areas, we put together a P.E. plan for a full semester of fun and creative movement
It's all about making sure they have fun on the trail
From going big on snacks to active pit stops, here's everything you need to know before taking a long road trip with the whole family
There is a direct correlation between a successful adventure and the amount of food you bring with you
Technology and hyper-anxious parents were destroying one of the last bastions of unfettered childhood long before the pandemic closed camps for the season
Creating a shelter in nature is fun, encourages creativity, and offers an emotional refuge from the pandemic
Beat back summer-vacation boredom with these seven games for the family
These two forms of outdoor recreation were made for each other. Here's how (and why) to combine them.
Wild kids and wilder counselors create the most fun鈥攁nd learn the lessons that matter most
The climbing prodigy's book, 'How to Solve a Problem,' teaches youth how to approach seemingly impossible challenges
From a $25 grill to a genius s'mores contraption, this gear will take your fire pit nights to the next level
The strangest things happen at summer camp. Which is probably why we love it so much.
Can a lifelong tent pitcher with a penchant for roughing it learn to appreciate high-thread-count sheets and teak-floored showers in the midst of nature? Our editor agreed to suffer in the name of research to find out.
It has great support, a table, and a spot for your favorite beverage
Essentials for fledgling adventurers
As one of the only inhabitants of an abandoned railway stop in eastern New Mexico, Debra Dawson has been social distancing for decades. Attracted to its history and surrounding landscape, she's found happiness far away from just about everyone.
From ballads inspired by outdoor adventures to neighborhood sing-alongs, the Okee Dokee Brothers' new album makes staying home with kids more fun
On trail running, trespassing, and what your neighbors do or don't owe you
Keeping things fresh is the name of the game
From outdoor games to travel-inspired activities, there's a world of adventure waiting for young ones right in your backyard
Set up a tent, turn off your screens, and enjoy some family bonding鈥攚ithout leaving home
Outdoor enthusiasts' dreams of survival and adventure are often inspired by children's books, but most adventure heroes have traditionally been cis boys. That's changing.
My grandpa served in the Army's tough-as-nails Tenth Mountain Division during World War II. After the war, soldiers from the Tenth pioneered the rambling mountain lifestyle I live today. Every year, I ski to remember him.
What I learned from a bicycle crash when I was seven years old
Although the coronavirus has shuttered schools and events across the country, outdoor spaces can be a healthy outlet for families鈥攂ut it's important to stay informed and cautious
Like many outdoor sports, cycling struggles with gender equality. In Colorado, a handful of youth organizations are trying to change that.
Our favorite tools for making quick and healthy food
The basketball icon knows that if you want kids to succeed, you need to give them access to bikes and bike lanes
Cozy up with one and start planning your next family adventure
Cold hands, tired feet, and wet bottoms will ruin your ski day, so investing in quality gear for those areas is worth it
Running with a stroller is all well and good in the milder months, but it takes a little extra planning to pull off in winter
A new study by Outdoor Foundation finds we're playing outside less than we did a decade ago
New York City's least kid-friendly gym and its obsession with a "proper session"
What do you do when your parents' political views directly impact your life?
Pops don't need no stinking sleeves
Italian students will soon be required to learn about global warming. American kids? Not so much.
Maxine McCormick is already a fly-fishing legend. But how can a 15-year-old make her way through a world dominated by retirees?
Invest in these splurge-worthy gifts for the whole crew
If you and your co-parent have different ideas of what's risky, here's what you need to know
You don't have to spend a fortune to take a ski trip this winter. Here's how to save money while hitting the slopes.
Getting one was, by far, the most powerful personal action I could take for our planet
I got my wife and daughter to love cycling鈥攚ith a little help from Italy
Proving, once again, that kids don't have to slow you down
The successful businesswomen learned all about entrepreneurship at home on the windswept Aleutian Islands. They had to.