As an advocate for family-friendly outdoor adventure, supermom Jessica Human transforms a northwest Georgia trailhead into a welcoming haven for trail crews with Friends of Cloudland State Park. After impromptu hot chocolate service, she and her three sons make the hike up Sittons Gulch and pop up a watercolor painting station to capture the beauty of an inspiring landscape accessible...

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　　Every week I read half a dozen reports on search-and-rescue missions to save lost skiers, errant rock climbers, and the occasional stranded dog. Often, these stories are sad tales of adventurers suffering injuries or losing their lives. But every so often, I come across a rescue story that makes me slap my forehead in amazement. 　　That was my reaction when I...

　　To celebrate Black History Month we’ve rounded up some of our favorite stories that highlight diverse voices. 　　Historically, skiing has been a predominantly white sport, which makes it more important than ever to highlight new faces in the industry. Through perseverance and passion, these individuals are breaking barriers on the slopes and helping to foster a more inclusive and welcoming...

　　Backcountry: Up to 50% Off 　　 　　(Photo/Cotopaxi) Cotopaxis Fuego Down jackets have become some of the most popular puffies around, and you can get them at steep discounts during the Semi-Annual Sale from Backcountry right now. Theyre available at 40% off for men and 30% off for women. 　　But theres plenty more to explore in this massive sale from Backcountry,...

　　On January 22, 2025, I hiked to the top of the Chief, a 2,303-foot granite monolith in Squamish, British Columbia for what I thought would be a casual BASE jump. I’ve done it over 100 times. It’s one of those jumps where you take off, open, fly to the parking lot, and land. There’s only one tricky spot: a corner...

　　Indoor bike training morphed from simply pedaling indoors against artificial resistance to an all-encompassing digital domain. Modern smart trainers linked to virtual riding and racing platforms deliver all the metrics fitting professional cyclists. 　　Indoor training can be very serious. WorldTour teams have plucked riders based on indoor riding data or indoor competitions, all done via smart trainers and platforms like...

　　The sun was setting over the South Face of 12,972-foot Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, when Canadian professional ski mountaineer Christina “Lusti” Lustenberger and Chamonix-based IFMGA guide Guillaume “Gee” Pierrel decided bail on their climb. 　　The two were attempting a first descent of the peaks Great Couloir on February 13, and were just 650 feet shy...

　　Recently, Igloo recalled more than 1 million 90-quart rolling coolers because of fingertip amputation and crushing hazards. Its one of the largest cooler recalls in the brands history, and Igloos competitor, Coleman, didnt hesitate to seize the opportunity for some good PR. 　　This week, Coleman announced its Cooler Trade Up sweepstakes. Now, anyone who bought one of the recalled Igloos can...

　　If a cave dwelling conjures images of primitive camping, you haven’t seen the Cave at Dunlap Hollow. This 1,500-square-foot rock formation turned modern vacation home 50 miles southeast of Columbus, Ohio, books out one year in advance. Bold design touches like crystal chandeliers, purple kitchen tiles, a pool table, and floor-to-ceiling walnut bookcases stocked with 500-plus tomes have made it...

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　　Patagonia is bringing its Wader Repair Tour back on the road this spring, offering free fixes for your busted waders, no matter the brand. If you have a pair with leaks, tears, or just some serious miles on them, this is your chance to keep them in the game. 　　If you are the type to think, I can make it...