Unlikely hikers

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Experience the "Real Japan" by Hiking the 1,000 km Michinoku Coastal Trail
Michinoku Coastal Trail Guide: What to Know About Japan's New 1,000 km Trail

This scenic trail winds through rugged coastlines, dense forests, and historic towns, helping revitalize a region still reeling from the 2011 tsunami

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

12 Gifts for Hikers: A Design-Driven Selection of Editors' Favorites
12 Holiday Gifts for the Hiking-Obsessed on Your List

A wishlist of editor-approved gear for the discerning hiker, including ultralight footwear, the best hiking pants, a cozy fleece, and much more

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

12 Best Hiking Shorts for Men, Made With Style & Function
12 Stylish and Utilitarian Summer Hiking Shorts for Lazy Days & Adventure Alike

Lightweight, design-driven shorts from our favorite outdoor brands, fit for hardcore outdoor-ing, river floating, and around town chilling

28 LGBTQ+ Outdoor Groups Supporting & Celebrating Diversity in Nature
28 LGBTQ+ Outdoor Groups to Support During Pride and Beyond

International and regional organizations, nonprofits, and collectives celebrating and supporting LGBTQIA+ campers, climbers, hikers, and more

65 Black, Indigenous & POC Outdoor Organizations to Support
65 BIPOC Owned Outdoor Collectives, Nonprofits & Orgs to Support

An evolving list of BIPOC-run outdoors groups, nonprofits, and community organizations promoting diversity and inclusion in nature

Unlikely Hikers x Merrell Moab 3 Collab Celebrates Diversity Outdoors
Unlikely Hikers and Merrell Celebrate Diversity in the Outdoors with Colorful Boots

The PNW organization devoted to expanding outdoor recreation’s inclusivity paints Merrell's staple trail shoes and boots with a fun multicolor palette

125 BIPOC Outdoor Athletes, Adventurers & Photographers to Support
125 BIPOC Outdoor Athletes, Adventurers & Photographers to Support

Celebrate diversity in the outdoors with these notable nature lovers—from camping and hiking to climbing, cycling, and more

In Defense of Heavy Hiking Gear
In Defense of Heavy Gear: An Anti-Ultralight Op-Ed

As the ultralight trend continues to build momentum and evangelists, let us not forget the bulky, burdensome equipment that got us here

Italian Shoemaker ROA Releases New GORP-Infused Approach Shoe
Italian Shoemaker ROA Releases New GORP-Infused Approach Shoe

Harnessing highly technical materials and aggressive silhouettes, the fashion-forward footwear brand releases new styles (and a webshop)

This Week's Best Articles, From Around the Web
The Best New Articles From Around the Web This Week

Greta arrives in NYC, CNN's clever climate solution quiz, Faroe Islands' running pastor, and more