Tips and tricks for getting up that mountain side or through that valley.
Keep your body healthy and fueled on long-distance hikes. A couple weeks into a long trail, just when the blisters have started to callus over, it happens: eternal hunger sets in. Contrary to popular belief, there is something you can do to combat that constant hunger and the resulting weight loss—it just takes a better…
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Make your campsite a sanctuary with these tips. Packing for Success 1. When hiking in wet weather, load your pack to minimize the number of times you’ll have to open it—and how much gear will get exposed when you do. Place your shell and snacks in outside pockets, and the tent at top of the…
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Did you know that your body has around 60% water? A human cannot survive any longer than about 3-4 days
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Metal detecting is a hobby that has been growing in popularity over the past few years. 40 million people are
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The beauty of cycling is its accessibility. A bike, whether it’s old or new, cheap or expensive, is freedom on two wheels. Kitting out your bike doesn’t have to be costly either. Upcycled plastic buckets make sturdy, reliable panniers for urban commuting or weekly visits to the local farmers market. Throw on some stickers and…
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Despite a traumatic brain injury, Sara Fry is exploring the High Sierra in an effort to map more than 8,000 miles of hiking trails. Sara Fry can still remember a few moments from that day in the summer of 2005. Her water polo team faced a rival high school, which deepened her desire to win.…
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This duo melds their passion for music and the outdoors by bringing their instruments into the backcountry. Anastasia Allison’s love for nature goes back to her childhood. When she was 13, her family went on a road trip through the American west’s national parks, an experience that proved life-changing. On the journey, she saw her…
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A little rain never hurt anyone. With these tips, there’s no such thing as bad weather. Choose the Right Layers 1. Avoid cotton like the plague. Pack synthetic baselayers, a featherless puffy for insulation, and a rainjacket to stay dry. 2. Don’t over-insulate. What you really need to do is stay dry, and over-layering will…
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With map and compass in hand, world-class navigators take to the Estonian forest to compete at the World Orienteering Championships. Who has what it takes to complete this race? The energy in the forest is palpable as USA competitor Greg Ahlswede walks up to the start line. Around him, professional navigators from across the globe…
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It’s time to jump on your bike and head out on an adventure. Bikepacking is a great way to explore new places, with the freedom to travel on roads, gravel or singletrack with everything you need strapped to your steed. If you’re just getting into it, learn the basics, like what bike to ride and…
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