Mountain Biking Visionary Jacquie Phelan Reflects on 30 Years of Never Taking The Sport Too Seriously Robert Pursell|April 4, 2019 Jacquie Phelan pioneered the early days of modern women’s mountain biking and introduced some of the first women-specific mountain biking camps and clinics. Now, as women’s participation in the sport is growing, what can be learned from the 'Godmother' of Women’s Mountain Biking?
Senators Press Interior Secretary Nominee David Bernhardt on Public Lands During Committee Hearing Julie Brown|March 29, 2019 This week, President Trump’s nominee for interior secretary testified before and answered questions from the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
The Coolest Friendships in the Outdoors Kade Krichko|March 28, 2019 Whether it’s rock climbing or backcountry skiing, many outdoor sports you simply can’t do alone. Lucky these for these well-known duos, they’ve found a close friend to join in on the adventure.
Heather Hansman’s Solo Paddle Down the Green River Julie Brown|March 28, 2019 Heather Hansman's book, 'Downriver: Into the Future of Water in the West,' has plenty to share about policy and government, but it also offers a glimpse into the things we learn about ourselves and our community when we head toward the wilderness.
Steve Swenson On Playing The Long Game In The Mountains Kelly Cordes|March 26, 2019 In his fifth decade of climbing, Swenson is still aiming for unclimbed peaks and finding joy in the process.
Beyond the Grind Aaron Gulley|March 26, 2019 The Oregon Trail Gravel Grinder, and other new events like it, want to make gravel (more) fun.
Atlanta’s First Urban Mountain Bike Trail System Jess Daddio|March 22, 2019 The “City in a Forest” is about to open its first mountain bike trail system within city limits.
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.
The Best Climbing Books According to AAC Librarians Eric Rueth|March 19, 2019 The AAC library is packed full of alpine history. Here are the librarians' top picks for mountain stories to get lost in.
Here’s How Whitewater Season is Shaping Up in the Southeast Graham Averill|March 15, 2019 American Whitewater just announced the timed releases of hydroelectric dams in the Southeast, providing a preview of the season for rafters and kayakers.
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.
10 Important Lessons I Learned Teaching My Kid to Ski Emily Stifler Wolfe|March 14, 2019 A parent teaches her kid to ski but ends up learning valuable lessons herself.
