Health

Chasing sunsets and silver linings in Marin

Brian Heifferon

How we created a new family tradition during some pretty rough times.

How to plan outdoor family activities this summer!

Zenovia Stephens

Ski pregame: Early season preparation

Dani Reyes-Acosta

Before ski season starts, we have to prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally. This story centers on an intersectional approach to pre-season training, snowpack (and personal) investigation.

Inhale / Exhale

Kyle Kotajarvi

Kyle Kotajarvi is a photographer and filmmaker based in Seattle, WA. The following essay is about what inspired him to create his short film Inhale / Exhale - a mental-health-focused narrative about our need for the outdoors through the trials and tribulations of the past few years.

Pedaling Through North Carolina's Scenic Yadkin Valley

Erin McGrady

Mountain biking trails, greenways, wineries, and more.

Erin & Caroline's Very Good Day

Erin McGrady

Good dogs. Good hikes. Good beer. Good days. These are the things we live for.

6 Favorite Fall Hikes with Unlikely Hikers

Jenny Bruso

With Unlikely Hikers, I’ve had the privilege of leading hikes all over the U.S. with people of all identities and physical abilities. Hardcore hikers join us right along with people who don’t consider themselves hikers.

How the Outdoors Saved My Life

Angie Vasquez

Ways to Connect with Nature Around You

Angie Vasquez

Nature is everywhere and you don’t have to travel very far to take it in. You can find it right outside your doorstep.

Product review: Eddie Bauer SolarFoil® Hoodie

Kayla Lockhart

Sun shirts, SPF shirts, sun blockers, burn preventers, these are things every fisherperson needs to have.

Q&A: A New Approach to the Sport with Brown Girls Climb

The Outbound Collective

This growing organization for women and non-binary climbers is on a mission to evolve the climbing community and beyond.

Working in the Outdoor Industry as a Black Woman

Angie Vasquez

I’ve been in the outdoor industry for almost seven years, and it has been harder than I ever thought it would be.

A Full Guide to Running

The Outbound Collective

Take your first steps, pick up your pace, and explore new paths. Here's our roundup of tips, inspiration, and community encouragement to empower your pursuit.

Tips for Swimming Safely in the Outdoors

Jessica Cho

Head to natural bodies of water this summer with these water-safe practices in mind.

14 Ways We're Looking After Mother Earth Every Day

The Outbound Collective

There are a ton of easy, effective, and sometimes fun ways to make small changes that add up.

A Vegetarian/Vegan Guide to the Sun Valley Area

Hayden Seder

Sun Valley is a foodie haven, with unassuming restaurants serving up food by James Beard Award winners and every restaurant—big or small—doing their best to serve the most local, fresh, and sustainable food possible. But with the rise in demand for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and generally more healthy options, the Sun Valley market has responded abundantly, providing generous opportunity for the health-conscious eater to dine comfortably. Here is the definitive guide to dining out as a vegetarian or vegan for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Steps Toward Diversity and Inclusion in Running

The Outbound Collective

This Diverse Running Coalition is giving us all the opportunity to level up our participation in the sport.

Pandemic Fatigue, Mental Health, & Mother Nature

Kevin Furst

Spending time outdoors can give your mental health a much-needed boost and break. Finding time to unplug, no matter what is going on in your life is always a plus.

Catching up with the Women of Slim Pickins Outfitters

The Outbound Collective

How this inspiring team has made all the difference in keeping Slim Pickins Outfitters on its feet.

Alpine Start launches a new coffee...with benefits

Kyle Frost

Boulder-based Alpine Start is launching a new line of matcha and coffee -- with a boost of vitamins and mushrooms.

Why your next ski vacation should be to go cross country skiing in the wilderness

Rachel Bertsch

A few reasons to ditch the resort skiing.

12 Tips for Beginner Runners

Erin McGrady

Practical tips for those who want to start, or get back into, running.

My Five Favorite Parks in Portland, OR

Adam Edwards

When you cant get out of the city these parks and natural areas will make you feel like you have.

The United States Should Adopt The Allemannsretten

Jill Toth

We strive to work together to protect public lands and fight for the well-being of our future generations so they, too, may be able to experience these landscapes. But what if I told you we haven’t been given access to over half of what’s really out there?