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.
How Nordic Culture Has Influenced the Outdoors Aer Parris|September 4, 2018 Nordic countries— Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Sweden—have long lived in tandem with their rugged landscapes, and that outdoor influence has slowly crept across the globe.
Here’s How You Can Support the Land and Water Conservation Fund Aer Parris|September 4, 2018 In one month, a 54-year-old bipartisan program that helps conserve our public lands will expire, unless Congress takes action.
Bikepackers Chase Adventure First, Glory Last Olivia Dwyer|August 30, 2018 Each September, The Adirondack Trail Ride (TATR) brings endurance cyclists deep into New York’s wild forests.
One Writer’s Quest to Introduce Kids to Our National Parks Hilary Oliver|August 29, 2018 A look at Kate Siber's book, National Parks of the U.S.A., which is fiilled with facts about the national parks—from Death Valley to the Virgin Islands.
Karel Sabbe Sets New Fastest Known Time on the Appalachian Trail Jonathan Olivier|August 29, 2018 Moving at an astonishing pace, the Belgian ultrarunner smashed the previous Fastest Known Time on the AT by more than four days.
Wild Ideas Worth Living: Alex Honnold Shelby Stanger|August 29, 2018 Alex’s wild idea: To climb El Capitan without ropes and tackle some of the world’s most challenging routes, setting records, inspiring others, and giving back through his foundation.
Force of Nature: Loveis Wise Corina Carrizales|August 28, 2018 Meet Loveis Wise, the 23-year-old illustrator who is proving that age is just a number.
The Lady Shred Spirit is Alive and Growing in Wydaho Tony Gill|August 28, 2018 How the festival manager of the Wydaho Rendezvous in Driggs, Idaho, is making the festival more inclusive to women.
New Survey Finds Nearly One-Third of Respondents Have Experienced Sexual Harassment or Assault While Climbing Julie Brown|August 27, 2018 #SafeOutside released the results of a survey that found that nearly one-third of respondents have experienced sexual harassment or assault while climbing.
