The annual ranking of fat bears at Katmai National Park has become a popular pastime among animal lovers. Fat Bear Week, as its known, allows viewers around the world to vote for their favorite grizzlies as they stuff themselves with salmon on the Brooks River. 　　But this perennial celebration took an unexpected turn Monday when two grizzlies ended up in...

　　Theres really only one way for Mongoose to celebrate 50 years of biking history: Rerelease the iconic BMX models that made the brand a household name. Of course, trading on nostalgia has become Mongooses raison dêtre in recent years. 　　The Supergoose has made many comebacks since its original heyday in the 1980s, as has the Motomag, a.k.a. the most iconic...

　　American rock climbing has long attracted people with larger-than-life personalities — but theres nobody quite like Maureen Mo Beck. Born without a left hand, Beck began climbing in college over 10 years ago, when the idea of paraclimbing was still in its infancy. As more disabled people decided to try climbing, Beck became one of the sports most talented athletes....

　　Its so nice that I had to do it twice. Last year, I forced the 2023 REI ADV 2.2 to drag my 200-pound rear from the chunky access roads of the mountains north of Flagstaff to the prickly pear spine-laden dirt roads of Sedona Red Rock country. From bombing down highway switchbacks to lugging 60 pounds of gear up steep...

　　That’s where Isopure Protein Powders come in. Versatile, delicious, and easy to incorporate into a variety of lifestyles, Isopure is the perfect companion for anyone looking to maintain a well-balanced life. Today, we’re diving into the daily routines of three adventurers who use Isopure to fuel their favorite outdoor activities. 　　LEARN MORE ABOUT ISOPURE 　　 　　Ellie Hall: Yoga, SUP, and Being Outside Ellie...

　　I stood at the top of a classic Gore Range backcountry ski line, and the sun disappeared behind a thick cloud while the wind picked up. The icy descent had thin coverage and wind slabs to navigate in a no-fall zone. 　　Being able to discern the snow’s texture, especially the ice and wind slab, was essential for safety. My sunglasses...

　　What is there to do in Nashville besides attend a bachelorette party? Turns out, you can just go there to taste a lot of really good beer. 　　As you may have guessed from the title, this week the BeerJunkie visited Nashville (not literally) to check out TailGate Brewery. Now, TailGate has a handful of locations, but its headquarters is in...

　　The 18th iteration of Red Bull Rampage in 23 years is set to reach its much-anticipated climax on October 10 and 12. The big news this year is the inclusion of a womens event, which takes place on Thursday. The men will return on Saturday. 　　While a race down some of the most jaw-dropping, hand-sculpted gravity lines ever constructed may...

　　You don’t usually want a thick, heavy ski shell in the backcountry. Heavy-duty three-layer shells are great on the resort. But they’re often too hot going uphill, and they take up too much pack space when you need to shed them. In a progressive package, the Black Diamond Recon Stretch LT Ski Shell delivers weather protection and breathability in a...

　　My old AeroPress has been on more adventures with me than I can count or remember. My parents gave it to me as a gift in college, and Ive used it so much that the gold lettering on the outside has started wearing off. Its made hundreds of cups of coffee for me and my friends at campsites all over...

　　For the first time since 2017, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) announced that it is increasing its prices for parking, camping, and reservations across all of its state parks in 2025. Depending on the type of fee, most increases are in the $2-5 range, according to OPRD. 　　“We know that raising fees by any amount can be challenging...

　　The peace of mind that comes with knowing your dog is safe is almost invaluable. I should know. I currently have 11 dogs. Each of them has some kind of collar that best suits their sport, personality, and temperament. 　　Ive not hidden my love of Halo GPS dog collars. Ive used just about every major wireless fence style dog collar...