How the Most Bike-Friendly Cities in the U.S. Earned Their Rank Julie Brown|September 19, 2018 The Places for Bikes City Ratings put Fort Collins, Colorado and Wausau, Wisconsin at the top of the list. Learn why, and see how your hometown stacks up.
On the Trail Again: 50 Years Later Jonathan Nesvig|September 18, 2018 Two brothers reprise a backpacking trip they took, 50 years later in their original, external frame REI packs. Click to read the heartwarming story.
The App That Helps Runners Who Are Visually Impaired Find Their Way Megan Michelson|September 18, 2018 Craig Slagel was a runner with a bad sense of direction who created a running app with turn-by-turn audio navigation to prevent him from getting lost. He had no idea who the app would benefit the most: runners who are visually impaired.
How Ski Movies Are Really Made Griffin Post|September 14, 2018 Turns out, it’s not all glitz, glam and heli-ski budgets. Teton Gravity Research athlete Griffin Post reveals how this year’s new film, Far Out, really got made.
Unexpected Joys, Drama from “The Dawn Wall” Hilary Oliver|September 12, 2018 The film is sure to make your palms sweat—but here are a few other things you might not expect.
How Vela’s Perspective, Experience Could Benefit Our National Parks Jenni Gritters|September 12, 2018 On August 31, 2018, President Donald Trump named Raymond David Vela as his pick as the 19th director of the National Park Service (NPS).
Could a Work-Travel Exchange Cure Your Wanderlust? Jonathan Olivier|September 10, 2018 By working for a host, you’ll get free room and board. And, in your off-time, you'll be free to explore the region like a local.
13 Public Lands You Might Have Missed Aer Parris|September 7, 2018 Instead of going to the parks everyone knows about this National Public Lands Day, why not hit some less-crowded gems?
Your Guide to Understanding Public Lands Aer Parris|September 7, 2018 In the last few years, the term “public lands” has been spoken about with increasing regularity. But what exactly are public lands?
Why John Kircher Decided to Sell Washington’s Crystal Mountain Megan Michelson|September 7, 2018 Just one year after purchasing Crystal Mountain Resort in Washington from his family’s Boyne Resorts, John Kircher decided to sell his ski area to Alterra Mountain Company, now making Crystal an Ikon Pass destination. Here’s why he did it.
Meet Two Outdoor Enthusiasts Who Aren’t Letting Diabetes Stop Them Emily Hopcian|September 7, 2018 We spoke with Sydney and Ben to learn about their diagnoses, how they prep for outdoor adventures, and what resources they’ve found helpful.
Emelie Forsberg’s Climb to the Top Morgan Tilton|September 6, 2018 The decorated Swedish runner talks about sustainable farming, injury recovery, the benefits of yoga and equal pay for women.
