“It’s Flat” and Other Nonsense We’ve Told Newbies Aer Parris|June 25, 2019 “It’s the desert,” I told my partner a few weeks ago, exasperated. “It’s totally flat.” Their eyes rolled back in their head so far I almost...
U.S. Mountain Bike Organization Gets More Kids On Bikes—But Aims for More Equity, Diversity Jess Daddio|June 24, 2019 The National Interscholastic Cycling Association preaches five core values—fun, inclusivity, equity, respect and community. But what work still needs to be done in the way of equity?
Introducing ‘Uncommon Path,’ a Print Magazine From REI Aer Parris|June 20, 2019 We’re thrilled to introduce Uncommon Path, brought to you by the same editorial team that produces the Co-op Journal and published by Hearst Magazines.
I Went to an LGBTQ+ Camp. Here’s What Happened. Aer Parris|June 17, 2019 A-Camp is Autostraddle's week-long summer camp for LGBTQ+ adults. I went this year and this is exactly what happened. (Spoiler: It was awesome.)
State Offices Are Changing the Conversation Around Outdoor Recreation Matt Wastradowski|June 14, 2019 There are now 13 state offices aimed at improving access to wild spaces, encouraging conservation, bolstering the recreation economy and more. Here's a look at three of the newest state offices of outdoor recreation.
This Year’s Wildfire Season Could Look Similar to 2018, Officials Say Mike Faulk|June 14, 2019 58,000 wildfires burned more than 8.7 million acres on federal, state, tribal and private land in 2018. Testifying before Congress on Thursday, officials said 2019 could look very similar.
The Racers of the Longest Off-Road Cycling Race in the United States Jess Daddio|June 14, 2019 These are the Tour Divide racers who have persevered, set records, completed the course on a tandem bike, and added another 2,000 miles—because they could.
Sally Jewell to Serve as Interim CEO for The Nature Conservancy Aer Parris|June 12, 2019 Former Interior Secretary Sally Jewell will serve as interim CEO for The Nature Conservancy (TNC), effective September 3, 2019.
Families Who Go The Distance On Trails Dave Zook|June 12, 2019 Ultraruns and thru-hikes with kids? Meet four sets of parents who say yes, bring it on.
It’s OK To Step Back From Climbing Ryan Wichelns|June 11, 2019 After diving in without a mentor, one climber finds it’s best to slow down and follow for a while.
My Kids Turned Me Into an Electric Bike Convert Megan Michelson|June 11, 2019 A cycling purist discovers the beauty of electric bikes while towing her two kids—and all their stuff—around town.
LGBTQ+ Adventurers, In Their Own Words Aer Parris|June 10, 2019 We talked to more than 30 LGBTQ+ adventurers to get a sense of their lives in the great outdoors. In their own words, here’s what the outdoors means to them.
