What a Yale Scholar Discovered About Aspen’s Hidden Shrines Gordy Megroz|January 31, 2020 Cody Musselman, a Ph.D. candidate in religious studies and a former Aspen Mountain employee, reaches surprising conclusions about a quirky mountain-town tradition.
Pioneering a New Way to Pay for Trail Building in Rural America Jess Daddio|January 29, 2020 Athens, Ohio, has ambitious plans to build 88 miles of singletrack in three years. To make it happen, they’re eyeing a new funding model that could make it easier to bring recreation to rural America.
Generational Fidelity: Sage Grouse in the American West Hannah Nordhaus|January 27, 2020 On the Ladder Ranch, a multigeneration family works to keep their public lands ranching operation afloat while protecting a delicate species, the greater sage grouse.
All Rise Kathryn Miles|January 27, 2020 The effects of climate change on a heavily developed city imperil the future of Charleston, South Carolina. But instead of throwing up their hands and moving out, some residents are staying put. Here’s why they feel hopeful about the future.
How to Reduce Your Impact As a Skier Lily Krass Ritter|January 24, 2020 We asked pro skiers and snowboarders for their tips on being more green.
Editors’ Picks: Outdoor Books for Kids Aer Parris|January 21, 2020 These tales about snowy city days, travels to the top of the world and the importance of conservation have captured our hearts.
5 Nail Trends Every Climber Should Try Aer Parris|January 21, 2020 Have you ever wanted to paint your nails before crushing the crux? You're in luck. These are the styles you'll need for the year ahead.
Can Technology and Forest Bathing Go Hand in Hand? Sarah Grothjan|January 17, 2020 Experts weigh in on how our relationship to our devices affects the mental and emotional rewards of time outside.
Winter Camping Advice: We Learned the Hard Way Aer Parris|January 15, 2020 We've all made mistake when trying something new (and even old!). Here's what our experts have learned about winter camping along the way.
Hey, Bladies! Kimberly Beekman|January 10, 2020 Park City, Utah, is home to U.S. Ski Teamers, world champions and the most prestigious yet inclusive club around, the PC Bladies. Armed with inline skates and glitter, these women are creating a powerful community—one skate at a time.
Come Snow or Shine Evelyn Spence|January 10, 2020 Yes, the days are short, and the weather may not be everyone’s ideal. But we still have some festive events and experiences to bring us together.
How to Get Through the Thru-Hiking Off-Season Jenni Gritters|January 10, 2020 Thru-hiking can be the experience of a lifetime, but adjusting to life off-trail can be tricky. Here are 10 tips from four experts who have done just that.
