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10 Bucket List Worthy Trail Races for Women

A Trail Runner's Bucket List: 10 Races All Women Should Run

By prioritizing women's podiums, better course design, and inclusive marketing, these races are removing barriers to female and non-binary athletes.

Why These French Filmmakers Rode Three Horses from Kyrgyzstan to Mont Blanc

Why These French Filmmakers Rode Three Horses from Kyrgyzstan to Mont Blanc

The incredible 2,500 kilometer journey took seven months, where they passed through Poland, Slovakia, Austria, Italy, and Switzerland.

Ocean's Embrace: How Lena Kemna Uses Freediving to Sharpen Her Surf Skills

How Freediving Helps Big Wave Surfer Lena Kemna Sharpen Her Skills

A Q&A conversation with waterwoman Lena Kemna, who finds connecting with the ocean has opened her up to pursue even more ambitious goals

Photographer Alex Krowiak on the Unique Challenge of Documenting Antarctica

The Sublime Challenge of Photographing Glaciers in Antarctica

How a trip to Antarctica gave this former National Geographic Expeditions guide a new perspective on the work of past explorers like Frank Hurley

What It's Like to Sail to Norway's North Cape, Europe's Northernmost Point

What It's Like to Sailing to Norway's North Cape, the Northernmost Point of Europe

Fjords, whales, empty beaches, endless islands, and stunning hikes, this remote region inside the Arctic Circle is an escape worth planning for

Mount Elbert Winter Hiking Guide: Tackling the Classic Colorado 14er

A Winter Hiking Guide to Colorado's Tallest Mountain and Classic 14er, Mount Elbert

Which route to take, what to wear, and all else to know about summiting the tallest mountain in Colorado (and 2nd highest in the continental U.S.)

Lessons Learned From Living and Working in Joshua Tree National Park

How Moving to Joshua Tree Made Me a More Patient, Resilient Person

To create and thrive in the magical Mojave desert one must adapt to the unique rhythms of the sun, the seasons, the otherworldly landscape

Battling Wind, Rain & Ego While Bikepacking Through Iceland's Westfjords

Battling Wind, Rain & Ego While Bikepacking Through Iceland's Westfjords

Four friends pedal 650 miles around a rugged, rain-soaked island to discover epic vistas and the pains of overconfidence in an unforgiving landscape

Why Hamilton's Khaki Field Expedition Should Be Your Summer Adventure Watch

Step Up Your Timepiece Game With Hamilton's Khaki Field Expedition Watch

A hands-on review of the military-inspired watch, newly updated with an adventure-ready canvas strap and durable design

Vintage Outdoor Gear: How to Thrift, Find & Shop for Retro Gorp

Vintage Outdoor Gear: How to Thrift, Find, and Shop for Retro Treasures

Both thrifting and vintage apparel are huge at the moment, and with the right eye, you'll get some truly great finds for your outdoor adventures

Q&A: Photographer Matt Steindl on Art, Zines, the Quiet Beauty of Rural PA

Matt Steindl Talks Americana Moments, Changing Seasons, and Making Zines

Drawing inspiration from an artistic dynasty and his home region of Chester County, Steindl reflects on his work upon debuting his first zine

Trust the Current: 15 Months & 12,000 Miles from Rhode Island to Cape Horn

Learning to Trust the Current on an 12,000 Mile Journey Around the Americas

Braving 70 knot winds, 20 foot swell, Chilean rachas, and mental boundaries to reach the tip of South America and the dreaded Drakes Passage

Searching for Surf and Safe Passage in the Gulf of Alaska

Photo Essay: Searching for Surf and Safe Passage in the Gulf of Alaska

A two-week boat trip through surfing's final frontier brings snow-capped mountains, icebergs and sea lions, hot springs and epic vistas

Battling Altitude and Ego While Hut Hiking in the Italian Dolomites

Battling Altitude and Ego While Hut Hiking in the Italian Dolomites

Faced with the unyielding effects of thin air, one hiker learns to let go of self expectations and what should be to enjoy what is

"These Celestial Things Happen" Explores the Psyche of a Solar Eclipse

New Short Film Follow Solar Eclipse Fanatics to the End of Earth

The mindful, artful, and quasi-anthropological short film follows 20,000 people into the remote outback to watch the 2023 total solar eclipse

Visitor's Guide to Monhegan Island, a Car-Free Escape Off the Maine Coast

How to Visit Maine's Monhegan Island , a Car-Free Paradise for Nature Lovers

The tiny, ferry-accessible island off the coast of New England has art galleries, hiking trails, a brewery, and, yes, lobster rolls

Inside Marmot's New Sub-Brand Marmot Capital, Blending Heritage & Tech

In New Sub-Brand Marmot Capital, Kikuno Kiki Blends Heritage & Performance

Creative Director Kikuno Kiki shares insight into the Japan-exclusive brand's first collection of "new vintage" outdoor apparel for modern life

The 10 Best Cars for Camping of 2024

The 10 Best New & Vintage Vehicles for Car Camping

From cheap church vans to tech-filled trucks, these are our top picks for best ways to go camping on four wheels

On the Ancient Irish Art of Stone Walls & How to Build Your Own

On the Ancient Irish Art of Stone Walls & How to Build Your Own

With Neolithic origins, dry stone walls continue to be a practical and aesthetic feature of rural landscapes

20 Hiking Groups Celebrating Women in Nature Across the US and the UK

20 Inclusive Hiking Groups for Women Across the US and UK

An extensive list of hiking groups exclusive to women, changing the face of outdoor culture one organized group hike at a time

A Visual Trip to Maine's Wild & Tourist-Free Mahoosuc Mountain Range

20 Film Photos from Maine's Wild, Tourist-Free Mahoosuc Mountain Range

Far from Acadia and Maine's heavily frequented coast, this lesser known range is filled with lakes, rivers, and endless hiking trails

Where to Stay and What to Do While Visiting the Southern Oregon Coast

You Really Should Visit the Southern Oregon Coast—Here's How to Do It Right

Cannon Beach and Manzanita may get all the glory, but head south for off-the-beaten-path adventure, beachfront glamping, and equally incredible views

Bad Weather, Surreal Terrain & 35mm Film: A Proper New Zealand Road Trip

New Zealand Photo Essay: Wild Weather & Surreal Landscapes on 35mm Film

Photographer Tom Loach explores New Zealand's enchanting South Island with Olympus cameras and a bag of Kodak film in hand

Glamping Kent: The 10 Best Tents, Pods, and Cabins Southeast of London

The Best Glamping Spots Around the United Kingdom's Coastal County Kent

Home to medieval castles, coastal villages, idyllic countryside, and the iconic White Cliffs of Dover