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Best Places to See Stars

Best Places to See Stars

Look to the night skies outside your house or apartment and maybe you’ll see the faint outlines of the Big Dipper beyond the street lights, or the glimmering No...
The Top Bunk

The Top Bunk

Transcript You arrive late to camp and get placed in a room with a single bunkbed all by yourself. The idea of having your own space sounds nice, until you r...
Three hikers on a dusty doubletrack

The Social Side of Layering

I don’t feel like I need to match my pack to my Buff when it comes to outdoor fashion, but during a backcountry ski tour in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains a few ...
shadow of a man standing alone

The Shadowman

Transcript You’re tucked away in your bunk at Camp Whileaway when you notice a shadowy figure in the corner of your room. You can’t take your eyes off it. Yo...
Looking Glass Falls is one of the region's most famous cascades.

Best Hikes in North Carolina

North Carolina is a beautiful Southeastern state, perfect for outdoor adventure. From panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains to relaxing beaches along the...
Sweetwater Creek at Sweetwater Creek State Park

Best Hikes Near Atlanta

With Atlanta’s oft-repeated tagline ‘the city in a forest,’ it's no wonder Atlanta and the surrounding area offer many exciting trails for hikers. The city is a...
A rushing waterfall depositing into a transparent pond surrounded by green trees

Best Hikes in Georgia

Editor’s Note: Remember that outdoor recreation has inherent risks; don’t attempt activities beyond your experience and skill level. Remain mindful of the summe...
Mouse Creek Falls in a lush, green forest

Best Hikes Near Asheville

Known locally as the “Land of Waterfalls,” Asheville’s picturesque location makes it a popular and rewarding hiking destination.   Nestled just 40 minutes east...