Why I Visited All 419 National Park Sites in the U.S. Mikah Meyer|April 29, 2019 On the 11th anniversary of his father's passing from cancer, the author made it his mission to visit all 400+ units of the U.S. National Park System, attempting to become the sole person to do so in a single journey. Here's what happened along the way.
Cook County’s Best Kept Secret Seth Putnam|April 26, 2019 Nearly 70,000 acres of forest preserves blanket Chicagoland. Why do many Chicagoans overlook them?
REI Presents: Mighty Finn REI Staff with Futerra|April 24, 2019 REI store manager Ethan Sheets' son, Finn, was born with cerebral palsy and is unable to walk, feed himself or communicate with words. This father and son duo bond through their outdoor adventures.
Proficient in Parks Shanti Hodges|April 22, 2019 The Junior Ranger Program is the National Park Service’s curriculum for kids ages 5–13; here's how some families are using it as an educational tool.
Camp Recipe: One Pot Taco Skillet Fresh Off the Grid|April 18, 2019 This quick and easy taco skillet is a true one-pot wonder. Just be sure you pack your cast iron skillet and you can be having a taco party in the woods the next time you go camping.
How to Set Up an Ultralight Tarp Shelter for Backpacking Ken Knapp|March 20, 2019 If you’re an ultralight backpacker using a tarp shelter to shed weight, you have many setup options. This video and article show you four simple methods.
Life on the Road, Kids in Tow Shanti Hodges|March 20, 2019 Many of us dream of selling our home and hitting the road. Meet five families who have done just that.
Camp Recipe: One Pot Pesto Pasta with Bacon Fresh Off the Grid|March 20, 2019 This bright and fresh one pot pasta combines savory bacon, zesty pesto, and crunchy pine nuts. It’s a wonderful way to get into the spirit of springtime.
Op-Ed: New Mexico’s State Office of Recreation Will Improve Outdoor Access for Kids Gabe Vasquez|March 14, 2019 Op-Ed contributor Gabe Vasquez on the importance of the New Mexico Legislature's recent passage of a law to create an Outdoor Recreation Division.
The Parks Saw More Than 300 Million Visits in 2018 Jenni Gritters|March 6, 2019 Can you guess which national park was most popular?
Are Outdoor Preschools Changing U.S. Education? Shanti Hodges|February 25, 2019 From preschool programs to community-based meetups to weekly nature classes, outdoor programs are increasing in popularity. And it isn't just kids who are reaping the rewards.
Top Picks for North Carolina Fall & Winter Camping Graham Averill|January 24, 2019 North Carolina is a geographically diverse state—from its sand dunes to its jagged peaks. Here are some of N.C.'s top fall & winter camping destinations.
