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Apr 24, 2025

How Wolves Became Yellowstone’s $82 Million Tourist Attraction

　　On January 11, 1995, approximately 17,000 elk bedded down in Yellowstone National Park. When they woke up a few hours later, a new scent was in the icy air: wolves. It had been 69 years since the last Canis lupus roamed the world’s first national park. As a result of hunting, government-sponsored eradication programs, and human expansion, wolves were all but...

Apr 24, 2025

6 Everyday Habits That Might Be Sabotaging Your Pelvic Floor Health

　　You and every other human have a group of muscles at the bottom of the pelvis that you use for the most basic everyday functions—to walk, lift things, exercise, pee, poop, have sex, and, for some, bring life into the world. Those are pretty critical functions for a part of the body you rarely concern yourself with…until you encounter pelvic...

Apr 24, 2025

The Untold Story of the First All-Women Team Who Summited Denali 55 Years Ago

　　In 1970, six women made the first all-female ascent of Denali. Alaskan mountaineer Grace Hoemen led the team, which included talented climber and chemist Arlene Blum, New Zealand geologist Margaret Clark, and pilot (and Forbes family pariah) Margaret Young. 　　Last week, the story of this historic achievement came into full focus with the March 4 release of Thirty Below, written...

Apr 24, 2025

The Best Power Banks of 2025

　　Offering convenient on-the-go charging when we’re traveling or there’s no wall outlet available, the best power banks help keep us out on our adventures longer. From expanded battery capacities to faster and even wireless charging, power banks have never been more viable and efficient. 　　To compile this list of the best power banks, we combed the market for the most...

Apr 24, 2025

How Much Protein Should Hikers Eat and What’s the Best Way to Get It?

　　Sure, backpacking is tiring. But if you’re feeling extra sore, sluggish, and crummy during or after a hike—“bonking,” you might say—you might not be getting enough protein in your diet. 　　Fatigue is one of the telltale signs of protein deficiency, says Madi Niemi, a fitness coach in Portland, Oregon with a degree in integrative health. This essential macronutrient helps you...

Apr 24, 2025

Hot Hammock in the Dead of Winter: Warbonnet Tsunami Review

　　The mercury was racing toward double-digit negatives with the same frenetic pace as my frozen hands and feet, setting up the Tsunami Hot Hammock Tent. When it was finished, I walked inside only to find an explosion of down and smoke. My first thought: Good thing I have a backup sleeping bag. My second thought: Fortress, though it may be,...

Apr 24, 2025

Can’t Miss End-of-Season Deals From Big Agnes, SCOTT Sports, Renoun, and More

　　Big Agnes: Up to 60% Off 　　　　(Photo/Big Agnes) Youve still got time to save 40-60% off through this sweet sale from reliable Colorado camping brand Big Agnes. But the sale only lasts through Monday, March 17. 　　Until then, youll find some excellent savings, like 60% off the Wyoming Trail 2 or 40% off the Copper Spur HV UL 5....

Apr 24, 2025

10-Minute Yoga for Core Strength that You Can Practice Anywhere

　　There are always going to be days when there’s not time to make it to a studio yoga class or even stream a quick online practice at home. That’s when you need a short sequence you can practically practice from memory and take advantage of anytime, such as a 10-minute yoga for core strength sequence. 　　It can help to create...

Apr 24, 2025

Vasque St. Elias Review: Old-School Style Meets Modern Performance

　　We’re in a full throwback hiking-style renaissance. Nostalgia, sustainability, and market trends all play a part in the current zeitgeisty resurgence of Camp 4 staples like the updated Vasque St. Elias. This leaves heritage outdoor brands with a tough question: Do they lean into history or continue to innovate toward tomorrow? After all, the original gear had a function over...

Apr 24, 2025

‘Intelligent’ Hydration Pack, Pee Zipper Ski Bib, Canoe Chair, and More Emerging Gear

　　It seems theres never a dull moment in the busy marketplace of outdoor gear. Outdoorsy women will have plenty to check out this week. That starts with the unstoppable growth of Gnara, which now brings its popular pee zippers to ski wear. But theres also the fashion-centric, climbing-inspired apparel from The North Face, and a stylish makeover of KEEN hiking...

Apr 24, 2025

Ted Ligety and DPS Introduce a Carving Ski that Anyone Can Arc On

　　There’s no way I can keep up with Ted Ligety when he lets it rip down the groomer. He has two Olympic gold medals and five World Championship gold medals, and I’m not even the fastest guy in my unofficial weekly races back home. I know this, and yet, I’ve convinced myself that I can stay on Ligety’s tail as...

Apr 24, 2025

Save 20% on New Gear During the 2025 REI Member Moment

　　Whether you want to gear up for hikes, camping trips, or your next workout, this limited-time event can save you 20% on one full-price item. Additionally, members can save 20% on one REI Outlet item. 　　Check out our favorite new gear arrivals just in time for Member Rewards. The Member Moment Sale runs March 14-24, and members can use the...

Apr 24, 2025

Experts Break Down the $2 Million Nike Train Heists

　　Its like the logline for a Hollywood action movie: Deep in the Mojave desert, a team of outlaws boards a freight train and then pulls off a daring heist, making off with millions of dollars worth of limited-edition sneakers. 　　Well, maybe not the last part. 　　But reality is sometimes weirder than fiction, and thats the case with the recent story...

Apr 24, 2025

This Fifth-Pocket Folder From CRKT Proves You Can Do a Lot With a Little

　　That odd little fifth pocket on your jeans was originally designed to carry pocket watches. It has become a catch-all since pocket watches went the way of the dodo. From guitar picks to house keys, and even the errant cough drop, the fifth pocket can even become your little personal trash can. 　　Honestly, the options are endless. 　　I grew up...

Apr 24, 2025

Yes, You Need All-Season Sunscreen—Even on the Slopes

　　Certain populations, like seasoned outdoor sports fans, are likely well aware of the need to wear sunscreen in winter. After all, developing burns and chapped skin after a day on the slopes is an experience most people dont easily forget. 　　But a 2024 survey conducted by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) found that nearly one in five Americans don’t...

Apr 24, 2025

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Beaches in Costa Rica

　　Costa Rica’s wildlife-rich rainforests and soaring volcanoes can sometimes distract from the fact that this country has some of the prettiest beaches on the planet. The coastline is just as diverse as its flora and fauna; you’ll find it all here, from volcanic black sand to sugary white shores. With 800 miles of coastline and more than 300 beaches along...

Apr 24, 2025

Subtle Changes, Better Feel, Still Sluggish: 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Review

　　When the Mitsubishi Outlander launched, it was the best vehicle the company had made in years. But that was 4 years ago, and it was time for a change. We take a look at the new-for-2025 Outlander to see if Mitsubishis small changes add up to another winner. 　　Its hard to understate the importance of the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander for...

Apr 24, 2025

‘Don’t Mention It’: Powder Mountain to Add 1,000+ Acres of Skiable Terrain

　　Located just an hour north of Salt Lake City, Powder Mountain encompasses 8,464 skiable acres of terrain in the Wasatch Mountain Range. Serviced by five lifts and a fleet of busses that often pick skiers and snowboarders up from the road, the resort is already the largest in the U.S. — but its about to get even bigger. Powder Mountain...

Apr 24, 2025

Snowboarder Pronounced Dead After Falling From Barless Lift in Montana

　　A snowboarder died in an incident that occurred at Red Lodge Mountain in Montana on Tuesday, March 11, after he fell from a three-person lift. According to local reports, he was unseated and fell during a period of gusty, erratic winds. 　　Jeffrey Zinne, 37, was riding the lift alone when he fell, sustaining accidental blunt-force injuries. He was helicoptered to...

Apr 24, 2025

Washington Hikers Amazed After Finding Giant Octopus Near Local Trail

　　Hikers love to trade stories about surprise animal sightings, from bears to moose to the mercurial cougar or wolverine. 　　But a small group of hikers in Bellingham, Wash., stumbled on an animal they never expected while exploring a local trail: a giant Pacific octopus. Bellingham photographer Micah Moeller posted several videos of the encounter on Reddit threads for Bellingham, initially...